Staying healthy in winter-Let the temperature hit its low, not the bliss of the season !

Cold & tranquil nights, a sip over hot tea, warm blankets explains well the love for winter we all have in in our heart but there is its other side too. When it comes to health in winter we get equally upset with dry skin, cold & cough, sore throat, flu and fever. To describe in all a season where we really need to take extra care of ourselves to maintain a healthy lifestyle and have a proper diet that increases the immunity power. Almost we all suffer from a little bit of cough & cold at least once during the season. As there is a saying prevention is better than cure you can prevent yourself from getting sick by following these healthcare tips and enjoy the most pleasant time of the year “winter”-a season filled with joy and celebrations”.

Tips to stay healthy in winter

Say yes plenty of water– we tends to drink a lots of tea & coffee in order to keep us warm during the season but miss out on drinking plenty of water which is very important to keep our body hydrated and skin nourished.

Savour your taste buds with Healthy foods

In winter our food craving gets higher and to keep ourselves warm we jump on to  junk foods to relish our taste buds, but to stay healthy we need to take foods that boosts immunity level ,so minimise junk foods as much as possible and Include more seasonal vegetables, fruits and nuts in your diet.

Get moving

Chilly weather in winter almost makes us all a bit sluggish so we often skip our daily workout but it is important to exercise regularly to stay fit & active .Even if it is not possible it is suggested to take a short walk for at least 15 minutes.

Keep your skin moisturized: Dry & Itchy skin, chapped lip & cracked heel is quite common in this season so apply essential mineral oil or good moisturizer regularly to keep your skin & heels nourished & lip balm to avoid chapped lip.

Get proper sleep: An adult needs minimum 6 – 8 hours of sleep every day. Disturbed and less sleep may make one more susceptible to illnesses. So getting the right amount of sleep is very important for a healthy immune system and staying active.

Get the trouble off your hands –Wash your hands frequently to keep away germs .The best way is to carry a hand sanitizer and apply it when necessary.

Most importantly wear proper warm clothes and cover yourself to avoid frostbite and falling sick