Tips for Staying Healthy this Winter
***This post is sponsored by Nasopure, but all opinions expressed are my own.
Winter weather has arrived and with that brings the dreaded cold and flu and season. Unfortunately, there has already been one round of colds here in my house. It made me start to think of ways to avoid getting sick for the rest of the winter, especially as my Ironman training starts to amp up. Below are some easy tips for staying healthy this winter.
1. Hydration is Key: Almost everyone is familiar with the advice that "You should drink 8 glasses of water a day", but why? Proper hydration is important to maintaining health and wellness for a number of reasons. It aids in digestion, maintains body muscle tone, assists the brain to work efficiently, and helps burn fat by making sure the kidneys & liver are functioning optimally. With all of these great reasons to drink up, it should be easy to get in the H2O our body needs each day. However, something so simple can feel very hard to do at times, especially in the winter months. A few tips to ensure you get in your water, include: drink 20 ounces of water as soon as you wake up (before your coffee), carry a large mouthed container with you that makes it easy to drink from, infuse your H2O with slices of fruit or fresh herbs, and set a goal to drink half of your daily water intake by lunch time.
2. Get Your Rest: Proper sleep is essential to staying healthy both physically and mentally. While we are catching z's, our body is busy at work healing and repairing our blood vessels and heart. A good night's sleep is necessary for our immune system to function optimally to help prevent illness.
3. Eat a few Super Foods Every Day: "Superfood" is a term to describe anything edible that is a nutritional powerhouse. These foods contain high amounts of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They may also aid in weight loss and reduce the risk of chronic diseases in individuals that consistently eat them. These nutrient dense foods can help increase one's energy level and may help to fend off illness. Some examples of superfoods are: blackberries, apples, bananas, and chia seeds.
4. Exercise often: It is so important to stay active during the cold months. Bundle up and get outside for a short run or walk, even if it is just for 20 minutes. Winter is also a good time to try other activities like a boot camp class, cross fit, or yoga.
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