Jeannette’s tips for preparing for winter

How to prepare for winter? Jeannette tells you everything.

During the winter period, it is imperative to protect your body from the cold, a bout of fatigue, or a bout of the blues. Therefore, to guard against the flu, gastro, and other illnesses, one must act quickly. Consequently, certain measures must be taken into account to strengthen the body’s abilities to face the harshness of winter. Jeannette has conducted her research and reveals all the useful tips to help your body be ready for the winter season.

Importance of properly preparing for the winter season

Sore throats, common colds, flu, bronchitis, gastroenteritis, fatigue… are the various ailments to which we are exposed in winter. Whether it’s children, the younger ones, parents, or elderly people, everyone is at risk. What can be done to face these winter hardships? One simply needs to prepare for this period, and everything will go wonderfully.

There are simple and natural solutions to protect oneself from winter ailments. These include diet, physical exercise, supplements, lifestyle hygiene, the use of essential oils, clothing choices, and heating the home… Everyone, depending on age, strengths, vulnerabilities, and individualities, should adopt the most suitable preventive measure for their situation.

Tips for facing the winter season

The arrival of winter is a disturbing time for the body; to cope, it is essential to take care of your body and adopt personalized solutions.

Diet

Certain foods consumed in winter help to stimulate the immune system and consequently, they keep us healthy. Indeed, the consumption of products such as propolis, echinacea, and grapefruit seed extract is recommended. Eating peppers, papayas, kiwis, oranges, mangoes (for vitamin C), and fatty fish (for vitamin D) helps prevent illness. You should also take trace elements to avoid fatigue, stress, and certain viruses during this season.

Physical exercise

Exercising in winter positively affects immune defenses, cardiovascular capacities, as well as our mental state. You can do physical exercises at home using fitness machines. This will help you chase away stress as well as the cold.

Clothing choices

Whether it’s children, the younger ones, parents, or elderly people, everyone should dress warmly during the winter season. Wearing a warm sweater, thick shirt, coat, tights, socks, hat, ski pants, mittens, earmuffs… are suitable to prevent catching a cold. The brand Peter Hahn will offer you a wide selection.

Use of essential oils

Prevent the flu, gastro, rhinitis, sinusitis, and other illnesses with the help of essential oils that are very useful in winter. Notably, tea tree oil, lemon-based oil, ravintsara oil, rosemary cineole oil, thyme thymol… Check out the Health Magazine file, the 5 essential oils for winter.

Heating the home

During the winter period, everyone seeks refuge at home hoping to find comfort. This is not enough, as the cold can reach you even while at home. Therefore, it is important to properly heat your home to stay warm. Remember to bleed your radiators, have your boilers and chimney flues serviced at the end of the summer season; also, draw the curtains, roll out the rugs, insulate the attics or garages so that heat does not escape, and stock up on books for the fireside…

Use of light therapy devices

During the winter period, the decrease in light intensity causes seasonal disorders in some people that disrupt their daily lives. To fight against seasonal depression, the use of light therapy lamps (blue light lamps, variable color lamps, dawn simulators, dusk simulators) proves to be very useful. Take these few measures into account, and you will prepare well for your winter.

Stay warm and play remotely

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The benefits of herbal teas and infusions in winter

In winter, herbal teas and infusions can play a crucial role in boosting the immune system and maintaining body warmth. Here are some varieties to prioritize:

• Ginger tea: Known for its anti-inflammatory and warming properties, it helps fight infections.
• Lemon and honey infusion: Rich in vitamin C, it supports the immune system and soothes sore throats.
• Chamomile tea: Relaxing, it promotes restorative sleep, essential for facing the cold.
• Thyme infusion: A natural antiseptic, it helps clear the respiratory tract.

Indoor activities for winter fun

When the cold sets in, it’s important to find ways to stay active and have fun indoors. Here are some activity ideas:

• Cooking workshops: Take the opportunity to prepare comforting dishes and discover new recipes.
• Board games: Gather the family around board games for friendly moments.
• Arts and crafts: Let your creativity flow with hands-on activities like painting or knitting.
• Yoga or meditation: Practice relaxation exercises to reduce stress and improve your mental well-being.

The importance of hydration in winter

Often overlooked, hydration is just as crucial in winter as it is in summer. Here’s why it’s essential to drink enough:

• Prevent dehydration: Cold, dry air can dry out the skin and mucous membranes, hence the importance of drinking regularly.
• Facilitate blood circulation: Proper hydration helps maintain optimal blood circulation, which is essential for keeping the body warm.
• Support the immune system: Water helps transport nutrients and eliminate toxins, thereby strengthening natural defenses.

Taking care of your skin in winter

The cold can have harmful effects on the skin. Here are some tips to protect it:

• Daily hydration: Use moisturizing creams rich in lipids to maintain skin hydration.
• Sun protection: Even in winter, UV rays can damage the skin, so don’t forget to apply sunscreen.
• Lip balm: Protect your lips with a moisturizing balm to prevent chapping.
• Warm baths: Avoid hot water that can dry out the skin; opt for warm showers and apply moisturizer immediately afterward.