5 Wellness Tips For Winter

Baby it’s cold outside! I can’t be the only one singing that song into the New Year. December 21st marked the first official day of Winter and the beginning of shorter days and longer nights. This time of the year is obviously very cold but it doesn’t have to be frightful. After narrowing down the best wellness tips for this seasonal cool down, here are five that everybody can benefit from.

1. Get Your Daily Dose of Vitamins

Vitamin D supports immune health and mood during winter months. A short daily walk in sunlight or supplementation may help reduce fatigue and mood swings. Magnesium can also support relaxation, immune balance, and muscle recovery.

2. Move Your Body

Exercise helps regulate mood and immune health duringwinter. Whether lifting, cycling, dancing, or practicing yoga, consistency is key. Even lighter seasonal movement can help combat seasonal affective disorder(SAD).

3. Eat & Drink For The Season

Focus on seasonal produce like leafy greens, citrus fruits,squash, and pomegranate. Vitamin C-rich foods can support immune health. Limit high-sugar alcohol and prioritize hydration.

4. Meditation for Mental Health

Mindfulness and meditation practices may help reduce inflammation markers, support antibody production, and regulate stress. Deep breathing activates the ‘rest and digest’ nervous system response.

5. Get Good Sleep

Aim for 6–8 hours of sleep. Reduce screen exposure beforebed and maintain a consistent sleep schedule. Adequate rest supports immune function and hormone balance.

BONUS! Find a Place to Warm Up

Staying warm may help maintain immune resilience. Infrared sauna sessions may raise core body temperature and support circulation andimmune activity.

Infrared sauna link: http://www.perspiresaunastudio.com/

Sources

• ‍https://www.shdc.com.au/holistic-dentistry/your-winter-wellness-guide/https://onbetterliving.com/winter-wellness-tips/‍
• https://www.cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/2021/11/20/winter-wellness-guide-peaceful-and-healthy-2021-2022-transition/8656025002/‍
• https://www.forbes.com/sites/tanyaklich/2021/01/18/10-winter-wellness-tips-from-parsley-health-founder-dr-robin-berzin-how-to-beat-burnout-and-boost-immunity/?sh=471910815fae‍
• https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507250/

Author

RAQUEL DORSEY

Author | Brand Engagement

Raquel is a long time Perspire team member and IR sauna fanatic. Her favorite infrared benefit: Skin Health (hello glow!).

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