Written by: Martijn Redegeld
Now that the days are getting shorter and colder and your training sessions are increasingly taking place outside in the rain and cold, it can become more difficult to stay healthy and train effectively. Especially in winter, a cold or flu is more likely to strike. However, with the right nutrition and the support of supplements, you can optimally support your immune system and continue to train healthily. Here you can read how to keep your immune system strong this winter.
A Healthy Immune System in Winter
A strong immune system is important all year round, but especially in the winter months the immune system can use some extra support. At this time of year, you are more likely to catch a cold or the flu. A healthy and varied diet is essential to optimally support your immune system. Make sure you eat 200-250 grams of vegetables, two pieces of fruit, whole-grain products, dairy and a handful of nuts every day. This contributes to a healthy immune system, especially in the winter months. However, be aware that a dietary supplement can never be a substitute for a poor diet!
Vitamin D and the Immune System
As you may have read in a previous blog, vitamin D plays an important role in supporting the immune system. Since the sun's power is insufficient in the winter months to stimulate the production of vitamin D in the body, a vitamin D deficiency is a realistic risk for many. It is difficult to get enough vitamin D from a normal diet, especially in winter (October to April). That is why it is recommended that you maintain your vitamin D levels by taking 25 to 75 micrograms of vitamin D every day. You can easily do this by adding 1 to 3 drops of Amacx Vitamin D3 to a drink or meal.
Multivitamins for a healthy immune system
If you are not sure whether you are getting enough vitamins and minerals from your normal diet, for example because you have a very one-sided diet, then the Amacx Sport Multi can offer you certainty. Many vitamins, such as vitamin C, B6 and D, play an important role in the proper functioning of your immune system. Unlike other multivitamins on the market, the Amacx Sport Multi provides exactly 100% of the recommended daily allowance. With just 1 capsule a day, you get exactly what you need without overdoing it, which could even be harmful to your health and training results.
Zinc for your immune system
Zinc is an important mineral that can help support your immune system in specific circumstances. Scientific studies show that zinc can shorten the duration of a cold or flu, or even help prevent them. If you notice that you are developing cold symptoms, such as a blocked nose or a sore throat, Amacx Zinc lozenges can provide quick relief. These lozenges are absorbed directly through the saliva, allowing them to act quickly on your upper respiratory tract. At the first sign of symptoms, you can start taking one lozenge every two to three hours.
Summary
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A healthy and varied diet is the basis for strong resistance.
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Supplements can be a welcome addition to your diet in winter to support your immune system.
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A daily intake of 25 to 75 micrograms of vitamin D prevents a deficiency in winter, when sunlight is insufficient for the production of vitamin D.
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A multivitamin can help ensure you get all the vitamins and minerals you need, especially if you have a limited or unbalanced diet.
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Zinc lozenges can help shorten or prevent the duration of a cold and offer quick support for your immune system at the first sign of illness.
With the right nutrition and support from Amacx supplements, you are well prepared to stay healthy and keep your immune system strong, even during the winter months.
