be
informed
stocking up on supplements probably
isn’t necessary.
“Most people will be able to get the
nutrients they need from wholefoods.
However, if someone isn’t able to eat
a nutrient-rich diet for some reason or
is at particularly high risk of Covid-
due to diabetes, cancer, pregnancy or
respiratory issues, then supplements
may be beneficial,” advises Melanie.
“Probiotic supplements in particular
may be beneficial, however it’s
recommended that you speak to a
dietitian for individually tailored
recommendations.”
Mealtimes are not the only way to
protect your body from the ills and
chills of the cooler seasons. Get outside
often for vitamin D, which supports
a healthy immune system and can
protect against respiratory infections, or
even better, do your exercise out in the
fresh air instead of indoors.
Moving your body is great for overall
health and immunity, but more is not
necessarily better. Training too hard or
too frequently can hinder your health,
suppress your immunity and make
your body even more likely to pick up
infections due to being low in energy
and under stress. Listen to your body’s
signals and rest when you need to. Ifyou have a mild cold, then it’s okay to do
some moderate exercise, but if a fever
is throwing your temperature out of
kilter, it’s always best to take a break and
recuperate. Powering through when your
body is fighting infection can lead to it
worsening or taking even longer
to recover.
And of course, sleep is important. It
might seem like the time that you switch
off, however sleep is actually a busy and
vital time for the body to heal and do its
restorative work.
Skimping on those quality seven to
nine hours is not going to do your body
any favours. »