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Immune Boost for the Cold Season How to Stay Fit and Healthy Through the Winter

Winter brings not only lower temperatures and cold, wet weather, but also an increased susceptibility to colds and flu-like infections. Runny noses, scratchy throats, fatigue and tiredness dominate the day – but it doesn’t have to be this way. By taking the right steps, you can strengthen your immune system and get through the winter in good shape. A healthy and varied diet and sufficient exercise are important, but a vitamin infusion at AIVA in Berlin can also serve as a boost to your immune system and support your body's defences. Our team will be happy to advise you.

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Why is the Body More Susceptible to Illness in Winter?

Experience shows that there is an increase in cases of colds, flu and other infections during autumn and winter. The cold season presents a number of challenges to the body and the immune system:

  • Low temperatures: Cold can reduce blood flow to the mucous membranes – the first line of defence against germs in the nose, throat and pharynx. Cold and wet weather also slows down the body's immune response to invading pathogens.
  • Long virus survival time: Many cold viruses survive longer outside the human body in cold temperatures than in spring or summer. This increases the likelihood of transmission and infection.
  • Closed spaces: People spend more time at home, in cafés or on indoor activities during the cold season. And viruses spread more easily indoors.
  • Less sun: Clouds, fog, rain and snow dominate most autumn and winter days. The sun is seen less often, which means less vitamin D is produced – an important vitamin for the immune system.

How to Strengthen Your Immune System

Several factors and habits play a role in keeping fit and preparing the body in the best possible way for the cold season:

A healthy diet: A balanced diet rich in vitamins is essential for a strong immune system. Recommended foods with important nutrients are:

  • Citrus fruits: Oranges and lemons are rich in vitamin C.
  • Green leafy vegetables: Spinach, rucola or lamb's lettuce provide minerals and vitamins.
  • Nuts: Almonds, cashews and walnuts contain zinc and vitamin E.
  • Fish: Oily varieties such as herring or mackerel are a good source of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids.

Plenty of exercise: Exercise and sport strengthen the immune system and reduce stress. Aim for 30 minutes of exercise a day, such as jogging or going for a walk, to keep fit through the winter.

Sufficient sleep: Restful sleep is just as important as exercise, as it allows the body to regenerate. You should get seven to eight hours a night.

Hygiene: Washing your hands thoroughly and being careful in public areas can help prevent infections.

Plenty of water: To keep your mucous membranes moist and help them fight off pathogens, you should drink plenty of water – at least 2.5 litres a day.

IV Drip Therapy: Your Immune Boost in the Cold Months

Have you noticed that you are very prone to infections at the moment? Or would you like to get through the winter healthy and prevent possible illnesses? By following these tips, you can boost your immune system in the long term. But it’s not always possible to fit all of them into your daily routine. With a vitamin infusion at AIVA in Berlin, you have the option of an efficient and targeted supply of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and trace elements for a strong immune system.

The ‘Immune Boost’ or ‘AntiOX’ infusions are precisely tailored to the body's needs to strengthen its defences. The ‘Energy’ infusion can also help to improve detoxification and metabolic processes.

In addition to these ready-made infusions, AIVA also offers you the option of customised infusion therapy. A comprehensive assessment is carried out beforehand to determine your personal requirements.

Stay healthy – we will be happy to support you.

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