Here are our best healthy tips for winter!
As the weather gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s important to take extra care of your family’s health. Winter is notorious for being a time when illness can sweep through an entire family, making everyone miserable with colds, the flu, and other nasty germs.
Get Plenty of Rest
The holiday season is often hectic and considered a time when you need to run on “high.” But getting enough rest each night is essential for staying healthy throughout the winter. Try to get 7-8 hours of sleep each night, and make sure your kids get enough rest. The National Sleep Foundation recommends that children aged 5-10 get at least 10 hours of sleep daily.
Eat Healthy Foods
Eating unhealthy foods during the holiday is easy when so much delicious food is available. But it’s essential to keep your family eating nutritious foods that will help to protect their immune systems and provide energy throughout the winter months. A good compromise is to declare that 2 meals per day be healthy and filling and allow for one treat meal or snack each day.
Exercise With Your Kids: A Fun Healthy Tip!
Exercise is essential for maintaining a healthy body and staying energized during winter. One healthy tip is to try to fit in some extra activity each day, whether taking a brisk walk outside with your family or heading to the gym after work. Or look for fun ways to get active together as a family, such as playing a game of snowball or building an outdoor skating rink for the kids.
Staying active during the winter months is important for both your physical and mental health. Exercise releases endorphins, which have mood-boosting effects. So even if you don’t feel like going for a run in the middle of a snowstorm, try to get moving every day, even if it’s just a short walk around the block.
Easy Healthy Tip: Wash Your Hands
Another simple way to keep your family healthy throughout the winter is by washing your hands regularly. Be sure to wash them thoroughly after coming in from outside and before eating or preparing meals. Hand sanitizer is another good option if water and soap aren’t readily available.
Get Outside Every Day (if possible)
Speaking of getting outside, one of the best ways to fight those winter blues is to get some fresh air every day. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during the winter months when there is less sunlight. Getting outside for even a few minutes daily can help improve your mood and give you a much-needed dose of vitamin D.
A Healthy Tip For Your Whole Body: Get Adjusted Regularly
One of the best things you can do for your health during the winter months is to get adjusted regularly. Chiropractic adjustments help keep your immune system functioning properly, which is crucial during cold and flu season.
Adjustments also help keep your joints healthy and can help you function at your best, even when you’re feeling under the weather. If you do a lot of winter sports, regular adjustments can help prevent injuries.
For kids, getting adjusted can help improve their focus and behavior in school, which is especially important during the busy holiday season. So don’t hesitate to schedule regular appointments with us this winter, and enjoy staying healthy throughout the cold months.
To schedule, you can call the office at 262-796-5108 or schedule online.
