A happy family is a healthy one. While the chilly months do not make maintaining that philosophy easy, as you and the kids are more likely to get colds and experience other challenges of the winter season, taking some simple actions can improve the chances of staying healthy.
Improve Immunity With What You Eat
Maintaining a strong immune system is important as it defends your body against viruses that lead to colds and more. The next question is, how can the immune system stay at its best in winter?
An effective way to do so is by eating more intentionally. Having foods with Vitamin C, for example, makes sense. Even if it does not prevent anything, it may reduce the length of the cold, so your children with running noses are out of school for a shorter time. Oranges are a great way to get Vitamin C.
Protect Against The Cold Weather
When temperatures drop in winter, take smart steps to protect against the effects of the cold air. For example, wear layers for warmth and comfort. This weather can also be hard on the skin and hearing aids.
If your hearing aid’s battery life drains more quickly in the dropping temperatures, get the expert perspective on how to store and protect them to boost performance. As for your skin, if it tends to get dry and cracked at this time of year, use moisturizers and drink lots of water.
Stay Active Too (Get Creative)
Getting in your daily steps is important for winter wellness, too. That’s because exercise helps with so many things, from staying at a healthy weight to keeping your blood pressure in check. Exercise may also improve the mood of those who are stuck at home because of the cold weather.
Of course, there are so many more choices for activities in the nicer weather. But you can still get active indoors by putting on music and dancing around the living room, taking young kids to the play area at the mall, and checking out local indoor climbing gyms.
Washing And Cleaning (And Repeat)
Good hygiene can go far this time of year, no matter your age. For example, washing your hands a lot helps lower the chances of spreading germs. That might help your family get fewer colds this winter. Consider creating a household rule for everyone to wash their hands before each meal.
Also, take the time to regularly clean the most touched surfaces around the house, from the kitchen counters to the light switches, and do an all-over clean of the bathroom. That can reduce viruses by eliminating bacteria with cleaning products.
Conclusion On Winter, Loved Ones, And Healthy Living
Wintertime can be beautiful, from Christmas lights on trees to a fresh snowfall. But it also has its frustrations, from the kids getting colds to those who wear hearing aids experiencing shorter battery life. Thankfully, as the suggestions above show, there are ways to overcome and even prevent struggles like these. May your family’s winter be a healthy and amazing time of year!
