Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones throughout winter with an education in health and wellness. Health and wellbeing courses, like our Certificate of Health and Wellbeing, make you the family expert and are also great professional development for anyone in the wellness industry!

So, whether you’re a personal trainer, a parent or a life coach, this health and wellbeing course will show you how to take care of people to maintain optimum wellness.

The Certificate of Health and Wellbeing covers:

• Aerobic fitness
• Health risks
• Human nutrition fundamentals
• Nutrition and dietary issues
• Stress management
• Preventative health programs
• Alternative medicine
• Counselling therapies
• Basic first aid

7 Ways to Stay Well in Winter

Think of winter as a three-month marathon to stay well. There are so many bugs flying around during the cooler months. So, make sure you’re adhering to these health-promoting tips and consider health and wellness courses to improve your knowledge!

1. Stay well hydrated

Remembering to hydrate during cooler months can be more difficult, but it’s just as crucial as through summer. The body needs fluids to keep itself warm during cold weather. Drinking enough fluid also means better immune protection, giving your body the support it needs to fight off infection.

If you struggle to drink enough during winter, try the following to up your fluid intake:

• Carry a refillable water bottle with you
• Add a squeeze of your favourite citrus fruit to flavour the water
• Choose water over other beverages (especially sugary beverages) to ensure hydration
• Fill your plate with fruits and vegetables at mealtimes, as they’re full of water

2. Get sufficient sleep

Are you getting enough sleep? Studies suggest that losing sleep can lead to compromised immune functioning and contributes to many disorders. So, cosy up during the cooler months and get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep a night, which is the recommendation for most healthy adults.

3. Exercise every day

Regular moderate exercises have been shown to strengthen the immune system and protect against illnesses, such as respiratory infection (including COVID-19). So, even though there’s less favourable weather and daylight during winter, ensure you find time to work out. Perhaps a heated indoor pool nearby, a Pilates class or a long walk during your lunch break at work could motivate you to move more during the cooler months. Whatever puts a spring in your step will help you stay well during winter.

4. Boost your nutritional intake

A great way to give your body a boost of nutritional goodness during winter is via the humble smoothie. You can pack a smoothie with many healthy greens, such as spinach, kale and cucumber, all immune-system boosters, and it’s a quick and easy way to top up your nutritional intake during winter. If you don’t like cool drinks during winter, experiment with fresh ingredients to create a warm green soup!

5. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that’s famous for its role in supporting a healthy immune system. Your body cannot make this vitamin, so you must rely on foods to ensure you meet your daily intake. Oranges, citrus fruits, and strawberries are the most well-known for their Vitamin-C properties, but other foods such as broccoli, spinach, Brussels sprouts and red and green capsicums are also full of this immune-strengthening vitamin!

6. Enjoy stews and casseroles

Winter is ideal for dusting off the slow cooker and enjoying a hearty stew or casserole. You can add immune-boosting vegetables to increase your nutritional intake with this warm comfort food, best enjoyed during the cooler months.

7. Maintain good hygiene practices

If we’ve learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s to maintain stringent hygiene practices to ward off illnesses. Stay safe by adhering to the following advice in winter (and all year round!).

Wash your hands – make sure you wash your hands often with soap and warm water or an alcohol-based sanitiser.

Cover coughs and sneezes – protect others by using disposable tissues or using your inner elbow to cover coughs and sneezes.

Stay home when sick – if you’re sick, stay home and rest. You’ll be protecting others and will recover faster.

Keep surfaces clean – clean your home and workplace surfaces regularly with an antibacterial spray to ensure you remove germs. Phones, door handles, toys, keyboards, and any high-contact surfaces are breeding grounds for germs, so stay vigilant over winter.

 

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