On the morning of this Monday (13), Sao Paulo reached 0ºC in some places; see how to improve immunity for the winter
Residents of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro woke up this morning with a complaint: the cold. According to the thermometers, São Paulo reached 6 degrees last dawn, touching zero at the edge of the capital. In Rio de Janeiro the minimum can reach 12 degrees, which not all Cariocas are used to …
Low temperatures are a bit small spoiler compared to the winter promises, since the coldest season of the year starts next Tuesday (21). In this sense, there is nothing better than being able to pack up, warm up and even give that gas to improve the immune system, after all the season always brings with it typical diseases.
And tipping mainly applies to the most vulnerable population, such as children and the elderly. Therefore, in addition to always washing your hands and leaving the environment well ventilated, it is worth investing in the advice that the infectious specialist Guilherme Furtado has separated for those who want to boost their immune system. Watch:
8 tips to improve immunity for the winter:
- keep the environment humid: with this attitude, it becomes more difficult for viruses to stay in the air. However, it is important not to overdo this measure, since too much humidity favors the onset of fungi;
- sleep well: this is a difficult season, as not everyone can get a good night’s sleep on cold nights. The big question is that good sleep is essential for improving immunity, as sleep releases cytokines, an important protein for fighting infections. So, you already know, right? Try dressing in warm pajamas before going to bed and several blankets;
- Don’t forget to drink water: It’s hard to keep the recommended amount of water on cold days, right? But know that keeping the body hydrated helps eliminate toxins, as well as keeping the mucus in the respiratory tract more fluid;
- take care of your diet (balanced, of course!): To improve immunity, it is very important to maintain a healthy and balanced diet. And that includes a diet rich in whole ingredients, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables. Much of your immune system is found in the digestive tract, so keeping your gut flora healthy and functioning is essential.
- practice physical activity: when the temperature drops, then that laziness hits, right? But it is physical activity that increases blood flow, causing white blood cells, the body’s defense cells, to circulate better through the body. So, to improve immunity, it is important to regularly practice exercises, even if light ones, okay?
- spending time outdoors: being confined can aid in the transmission of viruses, particularly respiratory viruses. Get a breath of fresh air and replenish your vitamin D supply with the sun, even if it is on the balcony of the apartment or in the backyard;
- avoid stress: your mood also affects immunity. Therefore, it is very important to take care of your mental health. If you are having problems or are feeling depressed, it is worth seeking medical help;
- no alcohol and cigarettes: these are habits that damage the immune system a lot. While cigarettes suppress antibodies created by the body to fight the flu virus, alcohol works by dehydrating the body, making it a favorable environment for the virus. Hence, it is very important that, to improve immunity, you keep these habits away!
Source: Day health; Dr. Guilherme Furtado, Infectologist at Hcor.
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