The chill in the air has arrived and as we get ready to welcome in the winter, making sure that you stay healthy at this time of the year is important. From the winter illnesses that do the rounds to the low temperatures which can cause health problems of their own, here are some of the practical ways to prepare for the winter and stay healthy even when there is snow piling up outside…

Get the Right Nutrients – To get through the winter your body needs the right nutrients to fight off the array of bugs that inevitably go around. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables that will give your body a vitamin boost. You can also take vitamin tablets to help boost your immune system. Vitamin D is something that we mainly get from the sun, so at this time of the year you should take it in tablet form.

Keep Warm – When the mercury plummets, you need to make sure that your body stays warm. Being too cold can worsen pre-existing conditions and also lead to other illnesses like pneumonia and hypothermia which can be life threatening. Make sure that your heating at home is working well – if not, now may be the time to contact someone like this new boilers Cheltenham based installer to provide you with a new boiler.

Making sure that your home is well insulated will not only keep you warm, but will also keep those heating bills down.

Be Safe When Travelling – Whether you are heading out to work on a snowy morning, or you want to take a walk to keep you fit, winter can be a challenging time for travelling and some conditions can make it more dangerous. Firstly, it is a good idea to keep an eye on local weather forecasts at this time of the year, as then you will be aware of any weather warnings that are out.

If you are going to be driving, then make sure that your vehicle is in good condition and has suitable tyres and lights. Icy pavements can be risky for pedestrians especially if you are older, so take care in icy weather and maybe consider doing exercise at home if the pavements are particularly dangerous to walk on.