With a decrease in sunshine and the days gradually becoming shorter, winter is truly a time of change, While it is impossible to avoid catching colds and bugs, there are steps you can take to help you perform at your best. Below, Checklist provides health and wellbeing tips for winter that can be easily implemented into your daily routine, to help guide you through the coming months.

Vitamin D supplements

Taking a vitamin D supplement is one basic but important change you can make to care of your health. This is incredibly important during winter, when many people simply do not get enough sunlight. The body creates vitamin D from direct sunlight on the skin when outdoors, and it is difficult for most people in the UK to get enough through these natural sources, due to little or no sunshine exposure.

Individuals with darker skin – for example those from an African, African-Caribbean or south Asian background – may also not produce enough vitamin D from sunlight.

Taking a daily vitamin D tablet can help to offset health issues caused by lack of sunlight, as well as provide numerous benefits. Designed to support good immune function, vitamin D promotes intestinal calcium absorption and helps maintain adequate blood levels of calcium and phosphorus.

Become more active

As the days grow colder and shorter, many individuals tend to become less active. Even those who were frequent gym goers and generally active may exercise less frequently.

For those bold enough to brave the change in temperatures and hit the gym, go for a run (or partake in any form of exercise), you will reap a whole host of benefits. A number of studies have shown that exercising releases endorphins and can help to reduce high stress and anxiety levels, alongside the physical benefits that many individuals see after a prolonged period of exercise. Why not consider a lunchtime workout, if you know the dark mornings and evenings are going to hamper your usual workout regime.

There are also many tried and tested supplements people can take, to aid in their exercise regiment. Magnesium contains several health benefits. It has shown to help with recovery and muscle contraction and have a positive influence on blood pressure. Beta-alanine also possesses numerous health benefits. A naturally occurring beta amino acid, it is designed to help with endurance and possibly building muscle, as well as to aid in buffering lactic acid to resist fatigue and get you through those last few reps.

Embrace the outdoors

As a follow on to the previous point, people can naturally become more adverse to venturing outside as summer turns to winter. However, don’t let the change in climate stop you from enjoying what is truly a magical time. For many, the simple act of walking can work wonders for their mental state.

In winter, nature is transformed in a manner not seen at any other time. The vibrancy is breathtaking, parks come alive and turn into picture-perfect locations, with the leaves on trees turning a reddish-orange or brownish-red colour, paving the walkways, making it an ideal spot for a stroll. No matter how short or long the walk, immersing yourself in nature can be an effective mood-booster, as well as a great way to get those steps in. To truly enjoy the walk, ensure you have appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear.

For those with beloved canines, a winter dog walk is the perfect excuse for a stroll. Not to mention, the backdrops can make for some great Instagram pictures.

Food and drink in winter

For many, following a healthy and balanced diet plan is much easier in the summer months, with the season’s warmer temperatures and longer days.

However, a healthy, nutritional diet need not be a chore in winter, with numerous foods in season that are both tasty and nourishing. Seasonal veg includes the likes of beetroots, carrots and pumpkins, that can easily be incorporated as main ingredients in stews, soups, and other warm dishes. Also consider seasonings that add a sweet, mildly spicy, and salty flavour. Not only can they help you to feel nourished and energised; they can give your dish an additional flavour kick too.

If supplements aren’t quite your cup of tea, herbal tea is an option. Whilst there are plenty of shop-ready teas that provide a range of health benefits, consider concocting a home recipe, to find a blend that really hits the sweet spot. Try mixing ingredients such as cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric in your tea, with these and many more providing a unique taste and a range of health benefits.

Baby steps

Whilst the need and want to incorporate new health and wellbeing tips for winter immediately into your routine can be tempting, it’s certainly not a one-size-fits-all approach. For many, building healthy habits requires time and patience, so working one or two new steps into your daily routine can work wonders for your mental health. Not to mention, once those new habits have been integrated, you can then start to work other ones into your routine. Before you know it, many of these new daily habits will become second nature, and you will wonder what life was like before.

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Transform yourself with the science of personalised nutrition

A healthy diet is the first step to improving your health. However, a diet that is healthy for one person might not be healthy for another. At Euzen, they use questionnaires and laboratory tests to assess your current health, health history and health goals, and then use the science of personalised nutrition to tailor a nutritional plan to you. Importantly, they consider your food preferences and lifestyle to create a diet that is enjoyable and manageable.

This is why Euzen support your dietary change with a two-day Introduction to Health and Nutrition course and a six-month programme of one-to-one and group Health Coaching. ‘Euzen’ is an anglicisation of the ancient Greek ‘Ευ ζην’, which means ‘living a good life’. Euzen’s approach was developed by CNELM, who have been delivering nutrition and health-coaching education for 21 years, including university validated BSc and MSc degree courses.

Euzen are launching in spring 2022. Visit euzen.co.uk or email info@euzen.co.uk to register your interest. For more information about CNELM’s courses, visit cnelm.co.uk or email info@cnelm.co.uk

Herbal formulations for everyday wellbeing

Don’t let the prostate control your day

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Uralix is formulated to improve urinary health:

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Uralix user, Marisa, says: “Uralix – the best thing I did for my bladder health. Highly recommended.” Rachel F says: “Game changer.”

Uralix is vegan, non-GMO, uses no palm oil, and is not tested on animals.

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Your Bodhi

Your Bodhi Natural Turmeric Curcumin capsules are designed for your health and wellbeing. The main compound in turmeric, curcumin, is known for its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant health benefits* making it the perfect supplement to support your body and mind.

Your Bodhi Turmeric Curcumin contains 95% pure curcumin as well as black pepper extract to increase absorption. These specially formulated delayed release capsules are designed to travel through your stomach acid and into your intestine – where all the goodness can be absorbed. Founded by Sophie Nazareth after she says she experienced the benefits of curcumin herself, all Your Bodhi products are vegan, gluten free and made in the UK.

Shop online now and get 15% off with code HEALTHFIRST15 at yourbodhi.co.uk and find them on Instagram @yourbodhiuk

*Curcumin: A Review of Its Effects on Human Health, by Susan J. Hewlings and Douglas S. Kalman.

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Medterra, one of the leading CBD brands in the USA, have now made their products available in the UK. Their products are third-party tested, certified, and approved by a board of physicians to guarantee the highest standards of quality and purity.

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Suffering from sore, gritty or red eyes?

AEON Protect Plus is a lubricant eye drop solution with a long-lasting moisturising effect. It contains cross-linked sodium hyaluronate, which results in longer lasting lubrication of the eye’s surface.

AEON Protect Plus is suitable for use before and after eye surgery, such as cataract and LASIK surgeries, to provide relief from symptoms of dry eyes. It is also suitable for relieving symptoms of dry eyes caused by computer use, air conditioning, central heating or air travel.

Due to its long-lasting effect, AEON Protect Plus is particularly suitable for night-time use, and compatible with all types of contact lenses. AEON Protect Plus is preservative and phosphate free.

Order AEON Protect Plus today for long-lasting relief of dry eyes.

Visit aeoneyedrops.com to find out more and shop on Amazon.

Men’s ultimate underwear

Comfort is king and Comfyballs have this covered, having worked long and hard to find the perfect cut and fabric for the highest level of comfort a man can get.

All boxers feature a unique PackageFront design, which cups your equipment and takes it away from your inner thigh. This reduces heat transfer and restricts movement without the squeeze, while also being breathable and wicking, making them a fast-drying, anti-chafing boxer.

Comfyballs boxers are available in three luxurious, super-soft, high-end fabrics, all Oeko-Tex 100 certified. These include: Performance (suitable for all kinds of sports and training); Wood TencelTM modal (for the softest and most casual experiences); and combed single jersey Cotton (to keep you going every day).

So why not choose Comfyballs to breathe new life into your top drawer? Plus, you’ll feel particularly comfortable knowing that all Comfyballs products are ethically produced and climate neutral.

Visit comfyballs.co.uk and enjoy a 20% discount* using code WELLBEING20.
For more information, you can email info@comfyballs.co.uk

*Does not apply to products already on sale or on offer. Discount code expires 28 February 2022.

Natural solutions for dry, itchy skin

Trusted since 2008 and born from a mother’s labour of love to treat her son’s skin, Bria Organics are experts in sensitive skin. With oils known to soothe and moisturise dry and itchy skin, the award-winning range is fragrance free, gentle and effective for babies, children and adults. It can be used to support the symptoms of eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis.

Get free delivery with code BRIA22 valid until 31 March. Read reviews, view the before and after pictures and order online at briaorganics.com.

Jalupro amino acid replacement therapy, for happy, healthy-looking, and glowing skin

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, and it is the main component of the skin. Good, healthy collagen in your skin can mean density, structure, and a more youthful appearance.

With age, collagen decreases, and by 50 years old, you can lose up to 50% of your skin collagen*.

Jalupro food supplement (liquid or tablet) is a specific formulation of amino acids designed to target collagen production stimulation**.

As pure amino acids, these are readily and easily absorbable by the body. And they are not from animal sources, making them suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.

The food supplements are the perfect association with the Jalupro injectable range. Since 2005, Jalupro injectable is a unique bio-revitalization range of products providing strong collagen stimulation and hydration thanks to its targeted formulation. This can leave your skin looking structured, dense, happy, healthy and glowing.

For more information, visit their Instagram account @jaluprouk or ask your favourite aesthetic practitioner.

*The influence of age and sex on skin thickness, skin collagen and density, by S Shuster, M M Black, E McVitie.
**Amino acids in the regulation of aging and aging-related diseases by Clare-Ann Canfielda and Patrick C. Bradshaw.

Take your breathing into your own hands

The Breather is a drug-free respiratory muscle trainer. It is designed to strengthen your inspiratory and expiratory muscles with respiratory muscle training (RMT). This process of strengthening can improve your breathing efficiency and support lung capacity, vocal cords and ease of swallowing.

The Breather is suitable for anyone who wants to improve their breathing capacity, reduce their shortness of breath, or strengthen their airflow for better speech and safer swallow function. It is designed to train both your inspiratory and expiratory muscles, and has independently adjustable dials, making it easy to customise to your specific needs.

Another Luft For Life product, The Airphysio, is an oscillatory positive expiratory pressure (OPEP) device designed to offer a drug-free, mechanical solution for excessive mucus production. Exhaling through the device causes vibration of a steel ball bearing. This vibration travels back into your lungs, loosening the mucus lining the upper airways for easier removal by either coughing or swallowing.

For more information, visit luftforlife.com

Are you burnt out?

An estimated 79% of those working in the UK have experienced burnout*, with long work hours, remote working and the extended lockdown also affecting personal and professional relationships. The World Health Organization has now classified burn-out as an occupational phenomenon.

While burnout is treated as a mental health issue, it can affect the body as much as the mind.

Melloh is a wellness platform with an ambition to tackle challenges such as burnouts, by addressing mental, physical and internal symptoms holistically. With modern routines that are a combination of delicious, formulated blends (inspired by life science) and a range of wellness classes, like Art & Food Therapy, Yin Yoga and Pranayama, Melloh is designed to address the symptoms of stress, low immunity and gut-health. Melloh is the go-to place to look after yourself; mind, body and spirit.

Visit mellohwellness.com and get 30% off all blends for the first month with code HEALTH30

*79% of UK staff have gone through burnout (employee benefits, 2021).

A game-changing mini Exercise and Therapy Bike from Reviber

The Reviber Exercise & Therapy Mini Bike Pro is a motorised therapy bike designed for low-impact exercise and rehabilitation, for both the legs and upper body. Whether maintaining your mobility, or beginning your road to recovery, the Reviber’s dual action enables you to use it motor-assisted for passive exercise, with 12 speeds to choose from, or use your own muscle power with seven resistance levels – all operated by remote control. As your mobility and strength increase, you can move from motor-assisted to manual resistance. Use it on the floor to exercise the legs, or on a table to exercise the arms. It is portable and runs quietly so you can work, read or watch TV whilst you exercise.

For more information, visit reviber.co.uk and get £70 off using code CHECKLIST70, was £349.99.

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