According to Professor Michalsen, cool showers and long sleep help to improve health in winter.
German scientist, naturopath Andreas Michalsen shared in an interview tips about that can be used in the fight against seasonal infections. In his opinion, one of the most effective means of preventing influenza is vaccination.
The scientist also considers moderate physical activity in the fresh air useful for protecting the body. According to studies, people who walk in the forest have more killer cells in their blood than the rest, the expert emphasized. Fresh air also strengthens the respiratory system.
In addition, the expert said the effectiveness of a cool shower.
“Taking a cool shower increases the production of killer cells, strengthens the immune system. To do this, you should shower with cool water for as long as possible after a warm shower,” Professor Michalsen told Freundin.
In addition, enough sleep, about eight hours a night, is necessary to support immunity. According to the University of California, those who get that much sleep are significantly less likely to get a cold than those who get only five hours of sleep.
Another doctor's advice: keep your feet from getting cold. The scientist claimed that the legs are connected through nerve pathways with the mucous membranes in the bladder, mouth and throat. When the feet cool, the blood flow and temperature in these parts of the body also decrease, which makes it easier for viruses to spread.
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Additionally, Michalsen recommended checking your vitamin D status through a blood test and supplementation if you are deficient. If an infection is unavoidable, taking one gram of vitamin C and 75 milligrams of zinc a day can also help shorten the time of illness.
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Important! The information is provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. At the first sign of illness, consult a doctor.