Sunday 25 May 2014

5 EASY WAYS TO PREVENT COLDS & FLUS THIS WINTER – STRAIGHT FROM OUR THERAPISTS!



As cold and flu season is upon us, we must take extra measures to stay healthy. Prevention is key!

As therapists who treat many clients daily, boosting our immune system year-round is so important. Here are a few of the healthy habits we have put in place at the centre. We urge you to try a few!

1. BURNING PEPPERMINT, EUCALYPTUS AND CITRUS OILS – BLANCA LOVES HER GRAPEFRUIT!

One of the first things you will notice when arriving to the centre is the pleasant aroma of essential oils. Burning these oils does not just create a lovely smell. They are antiseptics and bactericides that kill airborne bacteria.  Just add a few drops to an oil burner in your home or office for a pleasing aroma that lifts your spirits and keeps you healthy too!

2. WHOLE LEMON SQUEEZED INTO A GLASS OF WATER DAILY & PUSH THOSE FLUIDS!!!

Eric likes to switch this out with a whole orange or grapefruit. Citrus fruit is energising and breaks up the monotony of plain water. We also make sure to have a few glasses of water between each appointment. This adds up at the end of the day!

3. ORGANIC UNPASTEURISED APPLE CIDER VINEGAR –

Rich in a variety of nutrients, including malic acid, which is a strong antiviral. Add a splash of this tonic to a glass of water at least twice daily to gain its many benefits, including a boost in energy levels and immune function. If you have hung around the centre within the past few years, Blanca would have probably offered you a glass or two!

4. REGULAR MASSAGE –
All modalities, especially lymphatic drainage, increase lymphatic flow. Increased circulation allows your immune system to function at optimal level by delivering immune cells faster and flushing stagnated toxins.

5. REGULAR EXERCISE-
Lymphatic flow is dependent on gravity and muscle contraction. Regular exercise increases your circulation.

MAY THIS COLD AND FLU SEASON BE YOUR HEALTHIEST YET!

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