From Wellbeing Magazine · Editorial Team · · 1m 20s
10 Daily Habits to Boost Winter Immunity
Simple habits like sunlight, vitamin D and handwashing cut winter illness risks.
In brief
Simple habits like sunlight, vitamin D and handwashing cut winter illness risks. Daily habits such as getting sunlight, taking vitamin D supplements, eating fermented foods, and washing hands reduce winter illness risks. Originally reported by Wellbeing Magazine.
Get Outside for Daylight
Natural light helps set your body clock, affecting sleep, energy and mood.
Top Up Vitamin D
NHS recommends 10 micrograms daily vitamin D supplements during autumn and winter.
Add Fermented Foods
Include natural yoghurt, sauerkraut or kimchi for gut health and immunity.
Eat Variety of Fruit and Veg
Oranges, clementines, kiwi, kale and broccoli boost vitamin C for immunity.
Include Fibre at Meals
Porridge oats, wholemeal bread and lentils add fibre for gut bacteria.
Keep Up Water Intake
Drink 6 to 8 glasses daily to stay hydrated in cold weather.
Move Your Body Daily
Short walks, stairs or home workouts boost immunity through activity.
Protect Your Sleep
Seven to nine hours of sleep strengthens immune response.
Wash Hands Often
Wash hands with soap for 20 seconds to reduce cold and flu spread.
Include Zinc-Rich Foods
Lean meat, shellfish and pumpkin seeds support immune function.
The key point
Daily habits such as getting sunlight, taking vitamin D supplements, eating fermented foods, and washing hands reduce winter illness risks.
