Winter Wellness- Vital Supplements for Winter Health

Leaves crisp underfoot, a bite in the air, where summer swallows once swooped an emptiness rests, all the signs that winter is setting in. For some, it is welcomed, a time to snuggle down, light a fire, and enjoy the warmth of home. For others, it brings the yearly dread of runny noses, aching bodies, and sore throats. Yes, cold and flu season is nearly upon us. But instead of filling your head with dread, read on to discover how you can prepare, support, and combat illness naturally this season.

• Supplements to Prepare for Winter Wellness
• Supplements to Support Winter Wellness
• Supplements to Combat Winter Illness
• Prepare, Support, Combat, and Defeat

Supplements to Prepare for Winter Wellness

Selenium

Selenium is an essential trace mineral and top of our list for added winter wellness. As the human body doesn’t produce selenium, you can find it in food like Brazil nuts, seafood, and rich organ meat. It is vital for normal thyroid function, protecting cells from the damage of oxidative stress, and supporting the immune system.
With mineral and vitamin deficiencies comes the risk of immune defences being down, leaving your body more vulnerable to viruses and illness. When it comes to the immune system, selenium covers all bases, from activating immune cells to regulating them. Research has indicated that efficient selenium levels offer an anti-viral immunity response. One study highlighted selenium’s ability to increase cytokines, small proteins that help regulate the immune system. They discovered that this, in turn, helped improve resistance to influenza. Try boosting your defences with our Targeted Selenium Supplement (1,2).

Fulvic Minerals

Providing your body with a nutrient-rich diet can provide a healthy foundation for natural immunity. Micronutrients are vital to a healthy, functioning body. But through farming practices, a modern diet, and stressful living, we may have lost vital ancient minerals. This can have an impact on the functioning of our body and the ability of our immune system to adapt.
Fulvic minerals are derived from mineral deposits in the earth, gathered over millions of years. A blend of natural amino acids, polyphenols, flavonoid molecules, and natural trace minerals combine to make our Fulvic mineral supplement. Add this supplement to your daily ritual to give your body the foundation for optimum immunity.

Supplements to Support Winter Wellness

Magnesium

If there is one magical mineral for overall wellness, magnesium ticks most of the boxes. Magnesium is synergetic with the immune system. From stimulating white blood cell’s ability to destroy invading germs to reducing inflammation within the body, magnesium is vital for optimum health. Not only does it regulate the immune system, magnesium is essential for calming and regulating the nervous system. It can promote sleep, another essential part of immunity support (3).
To give your immune system a fighting chance this winter, stock up on magnesium-rich foods such as nuts and seeds, wholegrain foods, or leafy greens. Or check out our precision-tailored Magnesium supplements, where we have created blends to meet your unique needs.

Vitamin D3

Vitamin D3, the sunshine vitamin, is vital for a healthy mind and body. Replenished by the sun, vitamin D is responsible for bone health, muscle function, and supporting the immune system. When the clouds roll in and winter makes its presence known, it can be difficult to top-up vitamin D levels.
Supplementing with a bioavailable Vitamin D3 supplement can support your immune system. Studies have revealed that being deficient in vitamin D can leave you more susceptible to viral infections and their reoccurrence. Ensuring your vitamin D levels are optimal can assist in regulating your immune response. Through research, we can see vitamin D is beneficial for respiratory tract infections, engaging the immune response and minimising the inflammatory response resulting in less tissue damage (4,5).
So, even if sunlight levels are low, supplementing with a natural bioavailable Vitamin D supplement can support your immune system through the winter months.

Supplements to Combat Winter Illness

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a supporting supplement. Filled with anti-viral benefits, this therapeutic vitamin is perfect when the sniffles begin. Sometimes, no matter how hard we try to prevent it, a cold, flu, or virus sneaks up on us. But don’t be dismayed. A naturally healthy body is equipped to fight illness. Building a healthy foundation of nutrition, supportive defences, and providing rest gives our immune systems the support needed to defend and combat.
Adding an immune-boosting supplement like Vitamin C within the first 24 hours of illness can aid recovery. At The Wellness Tailor, we have a carefully formulated range of Vitamin C Supplements for the whole family, gentle on the tummy but strong enough to combat illness (6,7).

Zinc

Zinc has been an over-the-counter remedy for colds and flu for many years. Vital for a healthy functioning immune system, zinc is found in seafood, red meat, and dairy products. As it holds incredible immune-boosting properties developing and stimulating immune cells, those with zinc deficiencies may be more susceptible to viral infections (8).
Before you reach for a fishing rod or cook a steak, try adding our natural Zinc Supplement capsules into your diet. Studies believe zinc reduces the length and severity of a common cold, especially if taken within the first day of illness. This winter, don’t do it alone. Make sure a high-quality zinc supplement is stocked up in your cupboard (9).

Prepare, Support, Combat, and Defeat

With winter around the corner, it is good to prepare. Ensure your diet is filled with nourishing foods such as soups and bone broths, and don’t forget to add in Fulvic Minerals to provide a healthy foundation for winter wellness.
Support your immune system by resting, relaxing, and ensuring your magnesium levels are optimal. If you crave the sunshine, remember Vitamin D helps boost mental health, as well as the immune system. Try supplementing with it daily while the dark days last.
Finally, combat any sniffles, colds, or flu with natural supplements. Immune-boosting Vitamin C and zinc work in harmony to optimise your health and wellbeing.
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