✍Surbhi Dinesh Singh Khichi

Stressed every year over your winter wellbeing? Come check these 7 tips for your daily routine in order to stay healthy in the cold season. So that you enjoy winters rather than fussing whole day about your health.

• Stay hydrated everyday – Hydration is key to keep your immune system healthy. In winters, it might be a tough task to drink enough water that completes those number of ounces every day. To cover the water deficiency, seasonal fruits can be consumed. Apart from the water you intake, herbal teas and soups can be added to your diet.
• Enough Vitamin D for the day – Make sure your body gets proper sunlight every day. 15 to 20 minutes in the sun gets you much needed Vitamin D. Moreover, add Vitamin D rich food to your diet. Food like salmon, egg yolk, and breakfast cereals are suggested. Red meat can also be a positive source.
• Nourish your skin – Skin can be left dry due to cold air and low humidity in winters. Your skin should stay hydrated with moisture. A dry scalp should be dealt as soon as possible. Try out aloe vera and coconut oil to prevent a dry scalp. Using a gentle shampoo, massaging the scalp regularly will do added benefits. Avoid washing hair too frequently and prevent using hot water for hairwash.
• Ensure a nutrient rich diet - Include whole grains, legumes, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Your probiotic intake shall be inclusive of Yogurt for a healthy gut. Honey, garlic and ginger have antioxidal and antimicrobial properties to combat anything that weakens the immune system.
• Daily exercise - Its essential for the body to workout and stay active everyday, despite the weather outside and laziness that the body feels. A jog or a walk for at least 30 minutes is essential. The body should stay in motion whether you try it indoors or outdoors. Staying energetic whole day depends on how much you move your body.
• A good sleep - A 7-8 hour sleep is mandatory everyday. This will help you less prone to sickness, and keep you away from the day's fatigue. Thus, sleeping properly is highly beneficial for your health and wellness.
• Essential winter safety -  Staying safe during winters so that you do not suffer from cold and flu. Cover your body with seaters, scarves and layers of woolens. Avoid having contact with frequently touched surfaces, cover your nose and mouth whenever you sneeze or cough. Wear masks whenever you step outside in cold air.

Cold weather demands a little more precautions and care. These seven wellness tips can surely keep your winter blues away. Because being protective early is always better than delaying or leaving it over time.