Womanthismonth.com December 2024 69 Try Some Fresh Ginger If Vitamin C-rich foods such as peppers, Brussels sprouts and broccoli are too tame for your taste, spicy ginger is another great source of immunityboosting phytochemicals, or plant compounds. Ginger is wellregarded for its powerful antiviral and antibacterial properties, making it a strong immune system stimulant. Infusing a couple of inches of peeled ginger in simmering water for 15 minutes makes a warming brew that you can sweeten with honey, then sip throughout the day. Get As Much Sleep As Possible Sleep is a powerful tool for preventing and fighting off sicknesses. When you sleep, your body produces immune cells that help fight infection. Sleep also helps regulate inflammation and promotes faster recovery. Aim for seven to nine hours of sleep each night, and prioritise rest when you’re feeling under the weather. Stock Up On Elderberry A herbal medicine with a long history of use, black elderberry has been found to be highly effective in treating upper respiratory infections and reducing the duration of the common cold. Keep some elderberry gummies on hand for when the first signs of a cold start showing up to hopefully shorten its stay. Stay safe and healthy! LIFESTYLE | parenting Opening of The Curlnation Bahrain The Curlnation, your one-stop destination for your natural curly, wavy and coily hair, has opened its first international store under the supervision of Curlnation Bahrain Managing Director, Manjari Singh, at Marassi Galleria. The grand opening was attended by The Curlnation Founder and CEO, Vijai Balasubramaniam, and inaugurated by MP HE Dr. Maryam Al Dhain. The Curlnation is a leading name in the region and believes in the slogan: “Try before you buy.” They sell products that have clean ingredients or naturally derived ingredients and are animal cruelty free.
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