Short days, less Sunlight, and cold chilly weather is the onset of the winter season. The onset of the winter season means relaxing all day in cozy blankets, binge eating groundnuts with other seasonal fruits, and whatnot. It is the most liked task from children to adults to elderly. As soon as the Sun pays its visit it becomes the reason for smiles, joy, and happiness for everyone. Those 20 minutes of Sunlight on a chilly winter day is a great sign of relaxation. Winter season means taking extra care of the body and health to save from infectious viral fever, cold, and cough so it is important to take care of the occurring changes. 

With changes in the season, our bodies change too. So with the change in season, our bodies require a change in lifestyle and diet to maintain a balance. Following a healthy diet, regular workouts, and other lifestyle changes can keep the body warm and disease-free. Chilly air with shifts in weather can make the body more vulnerable to ill health. So taking extra care of the body from the inside out is mandatory. Especially in seasonal changes, it is important to keep the immunity of the body strong and intact to withstand the cold weather. In the winter season especially we need to make sure that enough precautions are taken. 

Mostly everyone falls ill often during the winter season. Keeping yourself warm and protected from the cold winters is very important. Staying active is a necessity to live disease-free. Ayurvedic oil massages with different oils prescribed according to body type are a must in winters for easy blood circulation and promote healthy, nourished skin. Ayurvedic Herbs and Spices work wonders for health. It gets a little hard to get out of bed in the morning in winters but one should never skip on their daily exercise schedule. The winter season causes muscles to stiffen so exercise should not be missed. 

Some Ayurvedic tips to stay healthy this winter season- 

1. SEEK VITAMIN-D– Vitamin D is essential for the body for several reasons i.e. for healthy bones and teeth. Vitamin- D protects against several diseases. It regulates the absorption of calcium and promotes smooth immune system functioning. 

 Deficiency of Vitamin D in the body especially in winters can make you fall ill easily and lower your immunity as well. 

2. TURMERIC – We have grown listening to this that Turmeric milk is the best and complete treatment to cure a wound or a disease as it has anti-bacterial properties. Turmeric in itself taken in any form is the best remedy to recover from a disease. Its daily consumption is mandatory in diet to let no bacteria affect our body. Turmeric also helps the body to fight against viral infections and it keeps our body a little warm from inside.

3. NUTS AND SEEDS– Nuts like Almonds, Pistachio, Anjeer are always good for health as they ensure a healthy heart and body. A combination of Seeds like Watermelon, Sunflower, and Flax seeds are rich in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants that are important for health. Nuts and Seeds are power-packed with nutrition. 

4. ROLE OF AYURVEDIC HERBS AND SPICES– Ayurvedic herbs protect the body from various diseases and offer a variety of health benefits, including improved digestion and provide relief from seasonal viral infections. Spices that are readily available to us in our kitchens like- Cinnamon, Cardamom, Turmeric, Ginger, Garlic have several meditational properties with health benefits for our body. Ayurvedic Herbs and Spices boost the health of an individual. They also promote respiratory health, especially in winters.  

5. SLEEP– No matter which season it is, one should have a proper sleep schedule. Most people are still unaware of the importance of sleep. One can get affected by several diseases if one does not maintain a sound sleep schedule. Sleep is essential for every process in the body as it affects the physical and mental functioning of the brain and body, our ability to fight various diseases, develop immunity, and our metabolism. People with disturbed sleep or sleep deficiency are more likely to develop high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. 

Important note– It is advised to consult with an Ayurvedic doctor near you as every individual is different, so is their body type.

Dr. Mukesh Sharda Founder of – Dr. Sharda Ayurveda has been practicing for more than 15+ years and successfully treated more than 50K+ patients worldwide for all chronic diseases.