As we start putting on the extra layers, the wooly hats and gloves, and we wish we could just linger a little longer in our warm beds as we stick our toes out and feel the morning chill! Yes it’s the chilly season of winter, some people love it and others not. So besides all the extra layers we stack onto our bodies depending on the climate, a lot of people overlook or maybe don’t even think if they started looking after the insulation inside our bodies. We would be protecting it far better than the extra jumper we may put on to keep us warm!

Over the next number of Blogs,I will be touching on a few key elements to enhance your immune system, to get you through the winter season without picking up any flus or bugs. Our immune system consists of a variety of special cells, proteins and organs which are our defense against the invasion of harmful bacteria, viruses and other nasties that would love to get hold of your healthy body and take up residence for as long as they could, whilst at the same time it is bringing down your health.

So lets build up our defense inside our bodies, as a strong immune system is dependant on a healthy, well-balanced diet. This would consist of immune boosting nutrients such as vitamin A and C, and minerals Selenium, iron and zinc. I will also be including different sources of Antioxidants, as these will help strengthen the immune system, and the bonus factor antioxidants help slow down the aging process! Consuming a diet rich in a number of antioxidant foods will be an insulation to your body against a number of diseases. Did you know that 70% of the bodies immune system is found in the digestive tract, which is crucial for overall immunity. So lets look at what will make us feel great and healthy throughout the winter and have a fantastic time.

Follow me on this series of blogs as I show you how to enhance your immune system from the inside out.