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HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING SPRINGTIME

HOW TO STAY HEALTHY DURING SPRINGTIME

Spring is approaching, and it will give us a break from the long dark months of winter. In Hong Kong, for instance, it's a time for some delicious spring rolls treat. Spring in Hong Kong alternates between wet and dry weather with the temperature sitting between 11 °C and 28 °C. But In overalls, springtime is a season of rebirth, rejuvenation, growth, and blooming—a re-energizing moment with so much celebration and activities. In fact, the energy surge this season brings us delight and of course lots of sunlight.

However, you must also remember that weather changes could have some salient effects on our mood, behaviour, diet, physical activity, mobility many other factors. This is why our spring health needs are very different from winter. Here are few great tips, activities and supplement regimen you can start practising for a healthy lifestyle while celebrating springtime.

Eat Healthily


Fresh fruits and vegetables are more plentiful in springtime. You can patronize local markets to buy fresh produce. This comes with a great opportunity for you to increase your intake of healthy foods. Also, feel free to try new recipes. Challenge yourself to cook something new and delicious every week. During springtime, it is also advisable to eat a nutritious breakfast. Starting the day with a proper diet keeps your body charged for the energy demands throughout the day.

Exercise And Engage In Outdoor Activities


There are lots of things to do during springtime. Since there's more daylight, people have more energy. So, grab this opportunity to stretch those bones and muscles that have been idle during winter. Besides, exercise helps reduce stress and anxiety and helps manage the symptoms of depression. You can visit parks with friends, go hiking or visit the museum. Older adults who do not want to go too far from home can start a garden in the house surroundings. Vegetables like spinach, kale, and peas are all easy spring veggies to grow.

Our skin makes the majority of the body's vitamin D from the ultraviolet radiation in sunlight. Therefore, engaging in outdoor activities helps us with enough Vitamin D during spring. Having enough Vitamin D in the body protects us from bone pain, brittle bones and weak muscles.

Boost immunity


Respiratory health is also a mild challenge at springtime. Even though the nose does not actually block, hotter and humid air will make it feel more congested.

Second, ticks and mosquitoes cannot grow during the cold season. And medical experts worry that the impact of temperature fluctuations in the spring may allow rapid growth of insects capable of carrying the bacteria. However, you can take beneficial health supplements,VitaminsAnd mineral supplements to avoid getting sick in the spring.


Some basic examples include:

Astragalus, Turmeric and Spirulina Supplements: These herbs support respiratory and nasal health in those battling seasonal health issues while boosting the immune system at the same time.


Zinc: Zinc is an essential micronutrient capable of promoting our immune system health. Zinc also supports respiratory function, muscle health.

Vitamin C: vitamins C is a rich source of antioxidants which help to strengthen the immune system. Studies also suggest that Vitamin C can boost respiratory function and skin health. This is so because vitamin C primarily helps the body produce collagen and repair damaged tissues.

Take Some Vitamin E

Much of sunlight during spring is a blessing, but some people complain of sunburns. Vitamin E contains active antioxidants that can help prevent sunburns. It is advisable to take both vitamin C and E in fighting sunburns and collagen repair for fast effectiveness. Applying creams infused with vitamin E can also help protect the skin from the sun's ultraviolet rays.

And You need Vitamin B6:

Since you need more strength during the spring season, you should be converting enough energy from your diet. Vitamin B6 helps the body convert carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy. It also strengthens the immune system and enhances the function of enzymes in the body.  Some food rich in vitamin B6 includes milk, cheese, pork, salmon, egg and carrot. Vitamin be is also good for the nervous system and can help fight depression, insomnia and nervousness.  Challenge yourself to a better spring experience this season. Start with the few tips listed above and ensure you stay hale and healthy during the spring action. Happy springtime. 

Challenge yourself to a better spring experience this season. Start with the few tips listed above and ensure you stay hale and healthy during the spring action. Happy springtime. 

Michael Yeung
Author: Michael Yeung

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