Befriend Nature To Stay Healthy In Cold Weather

The onset of winters can send your immunity and overall health in a tizzy, especially if you don adhere to a nutritious diet and a balanced lifestyle. So, make sure you are getting right nutrition thischilly season.
Here are a few Ayurvedic and organic tips to keep your skin sipple and glowing in the winter season

Turn to organic honey to boost immunity

Organic honey is nature nectar-it contains several vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that boost immunity levels to deal with winter allergies.

Drink apple cider vineger for detoxification

Apple cider vineger has properties which can ease your sinus issues during the cold season and add lustre to limp, dry hair. If can also enliven your skin if a few drops are consumed with water in the morning.

Sip tulsi tea for nutrients

Winter is associated with lowered immunity, which in turn increases your chances of contracting the flu. Tulsi (Holy Basil) can enhances your immune system to fight viruss. It also improves the body overall defence mechanism, reduces stress, improves stamina, and prevents chronic diseases while providing a rich supply of antioxidants and other nutrients.

Use organic coconut oil to fight dry skin

Another common issue we all face is dryness and flaky skin cacused by cold breeze and dehydration in the winter months. The elixir for such issues is organic virgin coconut oil. When applied externally dry skin, and strengthens the connective tissue under the skin . With its anti-microbial properties, skin stays healthy and nourished.

Consume organic ghee to keep your boody warm

Including organic ghee in your diet id one of the best ways to keep your body warm. It also helps in dealing with dryness of skin in winter. Don't forget to oil up each morning for moisturised skin: Follow Ayurvedic self-massage-abhyanga-before your complexion a radiant sheen that lasts throughout the day.

Drink plenty of water each day

Experts advise staying hydrated in wintr months to make sure your skin stays supple.Rather than cold or iced (which aggravates vata), drink your water warm, or at least at room temperature

Include oil-rich foods in your daily diet

Nuts (especially walnuts and blanched almonds),flaxseeds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and olive oil should be included in your diet,albeit in moderation.Green leafy vegetables are also great in cold months, as they contain omega3,and help purify the skin and liver.

Use herbs

Experts state that herbs such as amla, aloe vera,shunthi, manjishtha, anantamool, triphala, and chandan are your friends in winter. They have gentle detoxifying properties and also help to maintain perfect moisture balance.