fall Edition
october 2022 • Volume II
Fall Wellness Tips to Keep You Healthy This Season
Finally! Fall has officially arrived, which means it’s out with the heat and in with some cooler days and nights. This also means the cold and flu season is here with the possibility of upcoming holiday family gatherings. It’s important to maintain healthy practices and prioritize the well-being of yourself, co-workers, and the community.
Fall is the perfect season to slow down and take a look at your health and wellness. In this article, we will explore some wellness tips to keep you and your family healthy as the year comes to a close.
Enjoy the Cooler Weather Outdoors
Now that the cooler weather is here, it’s a great time to enjoy the outdoors. Taking a nature hike, riding a bike, or a short walk around the block can boost your mood and creativity while also relaxing you.
Drink Lots of Water
Drinking water in the fall and winter boosts the immune system, helping the body fight off invading germs. Remember that the dry air of cooler weather can dehydrate you. Also, staying hydrated throughout cooler months can help make you feel warmer. Your body needs fluids to help maintain a healthy temperature.
Boost Your Immune System
Help boost your immune system by drinking plenty of water, eating healthier, with more fruits and vegetables loaded with vitamins and minerals, washing your hands frequently, and getting seven to eight hours of sleep per night. Don’t forget to mask up too!
Get in on the Pumpkin Trend
Pumpkins are full of vitamins A and C. Try squash, as it can boost your immune system and help you get the right amount of nutrients into your body. It’s one of the best sources for beta-carotene, which is converted into vitamin A in the body. Avoid canned pumpkin, which is often full of sugar and syrups.
Consume Immunity-Boosting Foods
Eating healthy foods with vitamin C (limes, oranges, clementines) are key to fighting off infections. Garlic, ginger, spinach, and almonds are also good when it comes to boosting your health and immunity.
Minimize Your Sugar Intake
It’s easy to raid your kids’ Halloween bag for your favorite treats. Eliminate the temptation, and skip the Halloween candy discount aisle, too.
Get Enough Vitamin D
This essential vitamin helps the body absorb calcium. When autumn arrives, daylight — a source of vitamin D — is less available. Cod liver oil, salmon, tuna, and milk are a few ways to supplement your intake of vitamin D.
Sterilize Your Most Touched Items
Your cell phone, keyboard, remote, and tablet are all germ habitats. It’s a good habit to sanitize these areas with Clorox wipes. Throughout cold and flu season, you’ll want to make sure you’re sanitizing these areas weekly, if not daily.
Keep Hand Sanitizer Nearby
The very best way to avoid the spread of germs is to scrub your hands with warm soapy water. But if you can’t do that, hand sanitizer is the second-best option. Just make sure it contains alcohol, as those formulas are 60–95% more effective at killing germs than non-alcohol sanitizers.
Take Some Time to Care for Your Mental Health
Slow down, spend some time relaxing, and enjoy the things you love. Get more in touch with how you’re feeling on a daily basis.
Get a Flu Shot
Getting an annual flu shot is the best possible way to avoid falling sick this flu season. A flu shot can reduce flu illnesses, missed work, and doctor’s office visits. The CDC recommends getting a flu shot before the end of October. You’ll be doing yourself and your co-workers a favor.
Schedule Your Annual Check-Up
Now is the time to set-up the annual physical you’ve been putting off all year. Get bloodwork and all the accompanying tests done in this calendar year to maximize your healthcare benefit.
Kind Words - Move Away from a Critical Mindset
Leading with kindness and understanding can go a long way. The uplifting power of people who see the good in others and demonstrate empathy is critical in the workplace. Always try to lead with kindness, be less critical, and become a source of positivity. Focus on pointing out a co-worker’s strengths or giving them a compliment. People make more constructive changes when feedback is positive.
Are you ready to finish the last few months of the year strong? Keeping up your exercise routine, eating healthy, and resting enough can keep your health on track. Here’s wishing you and your family a happy and healthy fall season!