Boost your immune system with clean air in your home

Boosting the immune system is always a good idea, even more so in autumn and wintertime.

Our toddlers and children went (back) to kindergarten, elementary school, high school. Those are all environments, full of germs, viruses, bacteria, etc. As the young ones find themselves in a completely new environment, they have to get used to the change of schedule and the morning rush, while the family is replaced by educators and other children for a large part of the day.

Kindergarten is an environment where a child gets everything to be able to develop healthily, physically, mentally, and socially. At the same time, it is also an environment where, due to close contacts in a group of children, conditions are ideal for the spread of infectious diseases and infections, especially when children spend most of their time indoors.

The Autumn effect

Snoring, sneezing, and sore throats become such frequent companions of the first days of autumn. Our pace of life is also very fast and varied. Everyday responsibilities at work and home too often cause us stress. For a shorter day, weather changes such as rain, falling temperatures, and fog affect our well-being and mood. However, if our little ones get sick, it is an additional shock. In addition, various chronic inflammations are known to further inhibit the normal development of immune cells and the normal functioning of the immune system.

What is the immune system anyway? The immune system is a collection of organs and cells that protects the body from foreign bodies. The job of the immune system is to prevent microbes from entering the body and to destroy those foreign substances that enter the body. When a microorganism enters our body, it is attacked by cells of the first battle line: macrophages, neutrophils, monocytes. The immune system works relatively optimally if it has all the necessary substances for its functioning. Immune system dysfunction can manifest itself in recurrent, long-lasting infections. Fungal infections can also be an indicator of a malfunctioning immune system.

So, for everyone to stay healthy, it is a very good idea to boost the immune system. Many colds and diseases can be avoided by considering the following:

• healthy colorful diet,
• regular exercise,
• enough liquid in the form of tea or water,
• regular ventilation of living spaces,
• proper hand hygiene,
• and so-called boosters in the form of food supplements.

Prepare a healthy diet

A diet that contains a lot of vegetables (of different colors), quality meat, and whole grain products should be the basis for a healthy immune system and significantly contribute to our well-being. It is a good idea to pay attention to how your dishes are washed after the meal. Gorenje dishwashers will help you clean your dishes, utensils and everything else for the most healthy of meals. Check our Gorenje Dishwashers – these domestic appliances have been designed to provide additional support to healthy living. We have even prepared some healthy recipes that will keep your body ready for any challenges – big or small.

Please, do move

Regular, safe, and suitably intense exercise should be on everyone’s schedule at least 2-3 times a week. Exercise is especially important for children. If they are not enrolled in any sports activities, make sure they get enough exercise at home.

Cold as an excuse? No way. It is not necessary for a child who has a cold to stay in the apartment all day. Dry and bad air further dries out the mucous membrane of the upper respiratory tract. If your child doesn’t have a fever, it is better to go outside, catch some fresh air, and be in nature.

Hydrate regularly

We all know how drinking tea and water has a beneficial effect on our well-being. Enough fluid in the body ensures proper functioning of the body. Although we often do not feel thirsty in winter, good re-hydration is very important. Smart bracelets, watches, and mobile phones can serve as great reminders for us to take a sip ever so often.

Let that fresh air in

There must be always fresh air in your home or apartment. Regular ventilation in the morning will wake up your brain while the ventilation in the evening will make the warmth under the blanket even more pleasant.

You can also rely on the good old ways to keep your air fresh. Open opposing windows in your home in the morning to let the early day breeze in and bring fresh air into your home. These natural fresh air flows are necessary for keeping your metabolism and other vital functions going. Let nature take its course.

Wash your hands

Yep, everyone heard this sentence a thousand times – especially as a child. Hand hygiene is extremely important to prevent the spread of germs, viruses and bacteria. Therefore, wash your hands regularly and properly. It is that simple.

Boost your body’s defense

You can do so with homeopathy, probiotics, and vitamins C and D3, which have proven to be quite effective in the winter months. Before ingesting immune system boosters it is necessary to be properly informed about all supplements and consult an expert, especially if there are any chronic diseases in your family.

We wish you as few snub noses and fevers as possible.