Amp up immunity Besides rest, stress reduction, high-level hygiene and lots of fluids, foods and supplements help the body defend itself against pathogens, and reduce symptoms if a cold, flu or stomach bug does get a grip. Ensure there are plenty of onions, garlic, parsnips and chlorophyll-rich parsley on the menu. These alkalising and anti-inflammatory foods restore the integrity of the respiratory system, thin mucus and supply key nutrients to mobilise the killer white blood cells that a virus incapacitates. Any orange veggie – think: carrots, pumpkin, sweet potato – provides a booster shot of beta- carotene to strengthen the mucous membranes, plus zinc to directly attack rhinoviruses in the throat. If your children are not big fans, try adding blitzed veggies into a bolognaise sauce! Certain foods not only supercharge your child’s immunity, but also protect them from allergies, fatigue and even acne. If teenage hormonal imbalance is triggering pimples, whiteheads and blackheads, more zinc and omega-3 rich foods and supplements can reboot the metabolism. Add peas, tomatoes and watermelon to supply the carotenoid lycopene to stabilise cell membranes and restore dermatological integrity. Go Vita loves … Nutra Organics Berry Immune, to strengthen the glandular detoxification and immune centres in the body.
Skip the overwhelm We need to become aware that both children and teens experience feelings of excessive nervous energy and unrest. Children may become bored, irritable and display frustration such as temper tantrums or their tummy hurting. Children need to be assisted as much as adults to move into their space of calm daily. Same for teenagers who are growing and developing, behaviourally changing their sleep and diet habits, trying to focus on their home and schooling life along with all the pressure coming through social media. This all becomes so overwhelming for some and emotionally they need support to get through this and it’s great to know there is a Bach Flower solution exclusively formulated for teenagers to also step into their moment of calm. We all need to set up strong emotional platforms that enable us to get through all the challenges our day can throw at us at any time. Selected Bach Flower remedies can assist you and your family to reach your moment of calm. Go Vita loves … Dr Bach Original Rest&Quiet Kids’ Formula and Teen Formula.
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