Winter Wellness: 5 Tips for Staying Healthy This Flu Season

There’s no escaping it: flu and cold season is here in the States and it seems everywhere you turn you’re facing coworkers, friends, family, and fellow people fighting off some sort of malady. As the temperatures drop, it's essential to give our immune system a little extra love and it’s not as hard to do as you may think. Here’s five healthy tips that are both easy to incorporate into your daily routine and tasty to boot.

Hydration: Water, the elixir of life! During the hot summer months you hear health and wellness professionals touting hydration, hydration, hydration, but did you know it’s just as important during the colder seasons? Staying hydrated is a key player in warding off the flu. Spice up your hydration routine by infusing water with slices of citrus fruits, berries, or mint. Having a stylish water bottle by your side can make sipping water a delightful habit - have you seen our newest water bottle colors? 

Electrolytes: During flu season, your body needs a little extra TLC, and electrolytes play a crucial role. Ditch the sugary sports drinks and concentrated juices. Instead, opt for natural sources like coconut water or electrolyte-infused water. These not only help in staying hydrated but also replenish essential minerals, keeping you feeling fabulous. Adding a stick pack of Revive to your water or tea not only gives it a punch of flavor, but provides a dose of electrolytes to your daily routine.

Try this Revive Wellness Elixir recipe  to wind-down with at the end of a long, chilly day:

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup water
• Your favorite caffeine-free tea (we recommend mint and peach tea!)
• 3/4 cup lemonade
• One pinch of shredded ginger
• One tablespoon honey
• One packet of Revive Hydration Mix

Instructions:

• Bring 3/4 cup water and 3/4 cup lemonade to a simmer in a small saucepan.
• Remove from the heat and add one mint tea bag and one peach-flavored tea bag
• Cover and steep for 2 minutes.
• Add one packet of Revive Hydration Mix
• Sweeten with a tablespoon of honey
• Add a pinch of shredded ginger

Antioxidants: Antioxidants are your secret weapon against those pesky flu bugs. Incorporate colorful fruits and veggies into your meals, like berries, spinach, and bell peppers. A warm cup of antioxidant-rich herbal tea is not just soothing but also a fantastic way to boost your immune system. Our Revive stick packs contain SOD B Dimpless, a powerful super-antioxidant that benefits more than just smoother skin: it offers amazing immune support and is so easy to add to your favorite drinks.

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Bone broth is a powerhouse of nutrients that support your immune system. It's not just a trendy health fad; it's your flu season companion. We’ve made it easy to incorporate for those days when you need a comforting health boost with our newest Chicken Soup Flavored Bone Broth Collagen powder. Simply add it to a mug of warm water, mix, and sip for all the amazing bone broth benefits.

Read more: The Benefits of Adding Bone Broth Collagen to Your Pantry

Protein: Protein is your body's building block and during flu season it plays a vital role in recovery. Be sure to try and incorporate lean protein sources like chicken, fish, tofu, or legumes into your meals. A protein-packed snack can be both satisfying and keep your energy levels up. A single serving of our Bone Broth Collagen offers 16g of protein* - try adding bone broth soup or other bone broth recipes to your day for a boost of flavor and nutrients.

Cold season sniffles shouldn’t deter you from living your life! Incorporating these simple yet effective flu season health tips may help turn your winter into a time of wellness and warmth. Stay happy and healthy out there!

*Bone Broth Collagen is not a source of complete protein