How to prevent seasonal ailments
With the arrival of the cold season, there are numerous
changes in our life, from clothing to the food we eat.
Among the main factors there are also adverse weather
conditions, which force many people to spend more time at home.
But what is the cause of these ailments?
The change in temperature that we have between summer and
autumn tends to lower our immune defenses , so viruses and other diseases have
a clear path.
Indeed it is, however there are some methods to prevent ailments that are very simple as effective.
Let's see what strategies to use to avoid contagion!
Strategy n ° 1: sleep Sleep is one of the most neglected
factors, how many times have you associated lack of sleep with simple physical
and mental fatigue? A good sleep not only allows us to better face the day, it
also regulates our immune defenses, it is estimated that for an average adult,
at least 7 hours of sleep per night are necessary .
Strategy n ° 2: food
The food? Can the foods we eat throughout the day prevent
these diseases?
Well, as incredible as it may be, food is the basis of our
life and we are not just talking about the energies it gives us, but about all
those properties that strengthen our body every day.
One of the best known phrases is: ' We are what we eat ', this
represents the importance of food and its nutrients in our life.
Let's get to the point, which foods help us prevent
ailments?
In this case it is necessary to consider the quality but
also the quantity!
First of all you need to make the three main meals:
breakfast, lunch and dinner . In this way you will nourish your body giving it
the energy to face the day and defend itself from disease, especially if you
introduce good amounts of carbohydrates and proteins.
For example, to include the various vitamins you need in
your diet, you could eat fruits and vegetables, which are the main sources of
these nutrients.
Strategy # 3: get your body moving
At least once you've thought about staying at home with
Netflix until spring arrives, right? Not one of the best ideas if you really
care about your health. It is certainly nice to stay at home while enjoying a
TV series, however this convenience is not very healthy and I will explain why.
When you stay still for too long, the body thinks you are
sleeping, so it slows down your metabolism by decreasing the energy at your
disposal.
And that's not all, in fact performing physical activity on
a regular basis allows for good blood circulation and increases the immune
system.
Strategy n ° 4: personal hygiene
We said that during this change of season there is a notable
drop in the immune system, right?
This means that we are more prone to trivial diseases such
as colds, sore throats, etc ...
The germs that cause diseases and infections are present
almost everywhere, this represents their golden period to enter the individual.
You can avoid all of this with good personal hygiene.
Let's see some aspects that we can improve in our life.
For example , pay close attention to your hands! These are
the main means of bacterial transmission, I recommend that you wash your hands
frequently and do not rub them on delicate areas of the face because they could
cause you an infection.
Strategy # 5: less stress and more fun
You probably thought by reading this subtitle that I am
crazy, right?
But no! Surely you have already heard: ' mens sana in
corpore sano ', exactly means 'a healthy mind in a healthy body' to indicate
how closely the relationship between mind and body is .
The mind is a fundamental part of our body that we must
always keep fit and in good condition.
I want to help you understand how important it is to push
all negative emotions out of your mind and let positive ones in .
A mind obsessed with thoughts, therefore very stressed, will
have many difficulties in concentrating and in carrying out its tasks at its
best. Conversely, a mind without worry and ready to act will also be prepared
to face any enemy that comes in front of you including disease!
Strategy # 6: Do n't get too cold
How many times have they repeated this phrase to you?
Unfortunately it is true!
The low temperatures not only decrease your immune system
but also allow the development of some species of bacteria .
How to do?
Nobody is forcing you to lock yourself up in the house until
summer returns, of course, and not even to go to the streets in a tank top!
The best way to avoid unpleasant inconveniences in the cold
is to cover up well and not be exposed to these freezing temperatures for too
long !
These are some tips to prevent seasonal ailments, now let's
analyze the remedies!
The best natural remedies for autumn ailments
During the autumn season the presence of diseases such as
flu, sore throat, etc ... is very frequent .
Honey, a good help against ailments
One of the best known and simplest solutions is honey:
thanks to its numerous properties it relieves heartburn, fights the most
frequent diseases and also leaves a good taste!
Honey contains: mineral salts, vitamins, antioxidants and
organic acids. Thanks to the substances it possesses, it provides us with the
right energy and protects against bacteria, for this reason it is a real
panacea.
Licorice, a small pain reliever and hypertensive agent for the weakest days
How many times have you experienced a drop in blood pressure
and were advised to eat licorice? They definitely didn't do it for its strong
flavor! Here are the reasons why you should consume small amounts of licorice
on days when you feel particularly tired.
The liquorice is widely known for its flavor and a little
'less for its properties . Usually if we talk about licorice and the benefits
for our body, the first thing that comes to mind is the increase in blood
pressure but that is not the only reason to eat it!
Licorice (especially the natural root) is an excellent
remedy for colds, sore throats, pressure drops and inflammation, but its
properties do not end there.
How many times have you experienced a slight toothache with
the change of season? It too can be due to a sudden climate change and licorice
is able to relieve tooth pain.
Aloe vera, an excellent remedy for any eventuality
Now known as the ' miracle plant ' thanks to its many
beneficial properties, aloe vera can help us even in these situations.
One of the most important properties of this plant is its
anti-inflammatory action. What is meant?
It is very simple, when we talk about this action, we mean
that it fights the redness and pain caused by inflammation .
Its miraculous effects do not end there, in fact it is also
used on the skin as a gel / cream for the skin.
Aromatherapy, an invigorating smell
Aromatherapy was born a long time ago with the aim of
scenting homes .
Over the years, some clients claimed to feel better thanks
to these treatments and for this reason numerous studies began.
Although science has not yet given a certain answer to this
question, aromatherapy is considered a real cure for ailments and stress .
How does it work?
Aromatherapy consists in the use of a special lamp where a few
drops of these essential oils will be inserted , exploiting the smell of these
substances to relax the muscles , relieve stress and give a sense of general
relaxation .
How can it be useful in fighting ailments?
As we said before, one of the factors that causes general
malaise is a confused and stressed mind, aromatherapy not only helps in
psycho-physical relaxation , but also greatly affects the immune system by
increasing its defenses.
