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Immune Health: Stay Well This Winter

The holiday season has arrived, bringing with it parties, family dinners, and… kleenex. This festive time of year is often accompanied with colds, sinus infections and the flu. During the holidays it becomes more difficult to focus on our normal healthy habits. But don’t worry! There are steps you can take to give yourself the upper hand. Read on for tips to make sure you stay happy and healthy throughout the New Year!

Prevention Tips from Chanel, our Licensed Dietician:

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Wellness starts with doing your best to take care of your body each day. Step one in boosting your overall health and immune function is sleep. Getting 7-8 hours of good quality sleep each night is vital! Next, make sure you reach for that water bottle (not a plastic one). Staying hydrated helps eliminate toxins from the body, helping your immune system fight infection more efficiently. Finally, managing stress is a must. Easier said than done, I know! Try meditating or practicing mindfulness. Not sure where to start? Try eating your next meal mindfully. It’s important to be in “rest-and-digest mode” not the stressed, “fight-or-flight mode” while eating. When you eat in ‘fight-or-flight”, functions of the digestive tract are suppressed which can lead to upset stomach, acid reflux, indigestion and other digestive ailments. Take a few deep breaths before each meal to reset and relax before you begin eating. Don’t rush through. Take your time to experience every aspect of the meal. Be mindful of the smell, taste, and texture of each bite. Relax, savor, and enjoy your meals to help improve digestion, stay centered, and minimize the harmful effects of stress.

Want extra protection against illness? Try incorporating one or more of following into your daily routine:

Immucore – A supplement that’s great for cold and flu season as a preventative. It provides multidimensional support for immune function and contains Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Zinc, and mushroom extracts (PLUS Selenium and Oleanolic Acid to help protect cells against harmful free radicals.)

Ultra Flora Immune Booster Probiotic – Provides a blend of “friendly” bacteria that have been clinically shown to support nasal, sinus, and respiratory health.

Home-made (or store bought) Bone Broth – Contains essential amino acids that are hard to get anywhere else in our diet. It’s also filled with highly absorbable minerals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorous and sulfur to support a healthy immune system. It can help to reduce inflammation in the respiratory system, heal and repair the lining of the digestive system, and improve digestion. Pro Tip: Look for brands made from the bones of pasture raised cattle or chicken.

Essential Defense – Feeling under the weather? This Chinese formula provides immediate immune support, especially following a sudden temperature change.

Immushield: An essential oil blend designed to help fight viruses and bacteria in the body. Try adding a few drops onto the soles of your feet at night before bed.

Immuair – This spray combines Lavender, Rosemary, Lemongrass, Citronella, Clove Bud, Cinnamon Bark, Eucalyptus, Lemon and Colloidal Silver to help prevent airborne bacteria and viruses.

*Always consult your doctor or dietitian to ensure accurate dosage and to make sure you are taking the right supplements for you.

Soothe Your Symptoms

Alright, so maybe you did your best to follow the tips above, but still managed to come down with the sniffles. It happens! Stay hydrated and try one of these products to help you start feeling better fast:

Respiration Essential Oil – Try diffusing or placing a few drops on a tissue and breath deeply. This therapeutic grade essential oil combines eucalyptus, pine and peppermint to help clear congestion.

Dr. Singha Mustard Bath – This detoxifying bath uses Powdered Mustard Seeds, Wintergreen, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, And Thyme to ease congestion and help with sore joints.

Olive and Ani Clarity – This convenient roller ball alleviates cold and flu symptoms, offers respiratory support and immune defense. Perfect for carrying with you during holiday traveling!

Immutherapy treatment – We love this balancing and clearing treatment to boost a compromised immune system. This service uses powerful essential oils and is great for when you’re feeling under the weather or to help defend against illness.

Interested in more health and wellness tips? Call or come in to book a supplement consult with Chanel to make sure you are taking the right products to support vibrant health!

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