Five Tips to Stay Healthy This Winter

Stay healthy this winter with these tried-and-true strategies that are still the best way to prevent illness.

We have made a list of five simple things you can do this winter to keep yourself and your family happy and healthy.

Wash your hands often: practising good hand hygiene is not new to anyone, but as we know, the winter months is a peak time for contagious illnesses such as cold and flu. The most effective way to prevent the spread of illness-causing germs is to wash your hands frequently.

Get a flu shot: you can protect yourself and your loved ones from getting sick by getting a regular flu shot at a doctor or pharmacy.

Eat and drink well: it is important to consume healthy foods and drinks that support your immune system. Rooibos tea is an excellent immune-boosting drink that also helps to warm you up while keeping you hydrated. Other immune-boosting foods include mushrooms, garlic, citrus fruits, herbs and spices, probiotics, prebiotics, and chicken soup.

Don’t stop moving: it’s easy to get a little more comfortable during the colder months, but try to stick to your regular exercise routine. It will keep your blood pumping and oxygen flowing!

Get some sun: it is important to spend time outside even when it is cold. Sunlight helps to improve your mood by boosting the release of serotonin and helps to regulate your circadian rhythm, which controls your body clock and affects sleep habits.

Start your winter wellness journey today by stocking up on your favourite Carmién rooibos teas, available at selected major retailers and online here.