Boosting Your Immunity
Happy Saturday my loves!
Taking a rest day today and focusing on something a little different – boosting your immunity this fall. With the changing seasons come seasonal illnesses. If you interact with other people at all, chances are you’re coming into contact with tons of germs and bacteria. I’m not a germaphobe by any means, but I do hate getting sick.
I’m lucky if I can get through the winter with only one cold or sinus infection, in the past I’ve had much worse luck. However, I’ve learned with certain preventative measures and understanding when my body needs a break, I can stay healthy and avoid getting sick.
Note:
I’m not a licensed medical professional by any means, these are just little habits I personally have that help me feel my best :).
Boosting Your Immunity This Fall
Vitamin C
Studies are mixed, but I absolutely swear by vitamin C. I drink a packet of Emergen-C every day and eat lots of citrus fruits. If you’re worried about sugar content there are pills you can take as well. Call it a placebo effect, but sometimes that isn’t such a bad thing.
Sleep
Lots of it. 7-8 hours is optimal. Lack of sleep suppresses your immune system which makes you more likely to get sick. Whatever you’re doing can wait – you won’t be nearly as productive if you’re sick. Get those zzz’s.
Shots
Medical professionals agree that getting the flu shot is the best thing you can do. I like to supplement with B12 shots if I’m feeling a little under the weather or about to embark on travel. B12 shots are especially beneficial if you’re vegetarian/vegan (you likely have a B12 deficiency) or need a little boost in energy.
Liquids
Water, water, water! When I feel a little tickle in my throat I also add in tea and juice. I LOVE this ginger honey tea and will always run to my nearest juice bar to pick up a juice (anything with extra ginger!!) and an “immunity shot.” You can also make one yourself – wellness shots typically include ginger, honey, and cayenne pepper. If you’re in LA, my favorite juice bar is Beverly Hills Juice Club – get the apple lemon triple ginger and feel yourself get better instantly.
Diet
I load up on ginger and garlic (<<yep!!) and avoid sugar. Oh, and everything you’ve heard about chicken soup? It’s actually good for you. Try bone broth too!
Hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween weekend! I’ll be curled up in bed today working on some upcoming projects (blog and non-blog related).
xx, Amy
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Those Steve Madden boots are so fierce! I love them. But yeah, sleep is the key to my health & immunity. :]
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Seems like your quite the pro at keeping your immune system healthy hahah!! I suffer from lack of sleep, so it’s so important for me to keep up with other regimen’s like taking my Vitamin C, drinking tons of liquids, and exercise!! <3
XO, Jessi
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