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Strengthen your immune system for autumn
Shorter days, cooler temperatures and more time spent in closed rooms: it’s no wonder that our immune system is often particularly stressed in autumn. Its effectiveness in protecting us from the first cold symptoms or helping us to regenerate will vary from person to person. Staying healthy in autumn is also a question of lifestyle!
Discover our practical tips to strengthen your immune system and make a balanced start to this, the most colourful of seasons.
Discover our practical tips to strengthen your immune system and make a balanced start to this, the most colourful of seasons.
Strong defences: it’s all in the mix!
Who wouldn’t want strong defences against drizzling rain and sneezing colleagues? The good news is that we can do a great deal to protect ourselves. And, as is so often the case, it’s all in the mix: exercise and fresh air; a varied diet; and a touch of mindfulness for the soul make up the three main ingredients of the “magic formula” for strong defences.
Fit for autumn: exercise is always in season
First and foremost... get in the mood for cycling and walking! Exercise also boosts our immune system, especially when we breathe in the fresh autumn air. It’s worth braving the first cooler days and grey clouds and heading out for a walk in the woods, a bike ride along the river or a yoga session in the great outdoors. Regular exercise not only builds muscle, it also stimulates the cardiovascular system and prompts the immune system back into balance. Nor does more always mean more: gentle activities, such as yoga, Pilates or forest bathing can work wonders too. We Vitalpina Hotels of South Tyrol also offer these and, along with the crisp mountain air and beautiful natural surroundings, will prepare you for the rest of the upcoming autumn. Top tip: don’t forget to warm up beforehand and, if possible, put on multiple layers of clothing (the “onion look”) so as to adapt to the temperature and achieve a comfortable feeling of warmth.
Who wouldn’t want strong defences against drizzling rain and sneezing colleagues? The good news is that we can do a great deal to protect ourselves. And, as is so often the case, it’s all in the mix: exercise and fresh air; a varied diet; and a touch of mindfulness for the soul make up the three main ingredients of the “magic formula” for strong defences.
Fit for autumn: exercise is always in season
First and foremost... get in the mood for cycling and walking! Exercise also boosts our immune system, especially when we breathe in the fresh autumn air. It’s worth braving the first cooler days and grey clouds and heading out for a walk in the woods, a bike ride along the river or a yoga session in the great outdoors. Regular exercise not only builds muscle, it also stimulates the cardiovascular system and prompts the immune system back into balance. Nor does more always mean more: gentle activities, such as yoga, Pilates or forest bathing can work wonders too. We Vitalpina Hotels of South Tyrol also offer these and, along with the crisp mountain air and beautiful natural surroundings, will prepare you for the rest of the upcoming autumn. Top tip: don’t forget to warm up beforehand and, if possible, put on multiple layers of clothing (the “onion look”) so as to adapt to the temperature and achieve a comfortable feeling of warmth.
Healthy food in autumn: the brighter, the better!
Hungry for more tips to boost your immune system? Try healthy eating in autumn along the lines of “the brighter, the better”! Especially at harvest time, Mother Nature serves up everything you need for a balanced diet, from freshly picked fruits to crunchy vegetables. Various types of cabbage and lettuce; root vegetables such as carrots and beetroots; chard, sweet potatoes, pumpkins; and apples, pears, grapes, plums and chestnuts are all now in season. These are just a few examples of the autumnal variety that can ensure a healthy, plant-rich diet and meet the requirements for vitamins, zinc and other important substances. Take advantage of the seasonal offerings and get creative in the kitchen: following a “natural menu” will often produce completely new recipe ideas that are anything but complicated.
If you would rather leave the cooking to the professionals, check into one of our Vitalpina Hotels and enjoy regional, seasonal cuisine that is tasty on the palate, good for body and soul and also suitable for special diets.
Autumn wellness: well-being and mindfulness
Last but not least, strong defences always come “from within”. Feeling good in autumn also means consciously doing something good for yourself, all while embracing and welcoming change.
Listen to your body and make sure you get enough sleep and rest, especially if you are feeling under the weather. You can ensure a healthy indoor climate by thoroughly airing your home: taking time off from your mobile phone, enjoying a cup of herbal tea, an ambience of flickering candlelight and socialising can also promote a sense of well-being.
Are you wondering how mindfulness can work in autumn? Try out small rituals, such as a fine breakfast to start the day, a thanksgiving journal, or taking walks that entail conscious sensory perceptions.
You can also guarantee “genuine” autumn wellness by alternating hot and cold showers and visits to the sauna: these stimulate the blood vessels, promote blood flow to the mucous membranes and boost the immune system. And, should you wish for a shorter or longer autumn wellness break, the Vitalpina Hotels of South Tyrol stand ready to welcome you. They are places where you can put all our tips for a strong immune system directly into practice – we offer exercise amidst the autumn hues, vital and seasonal culinary delights and wellness in harmony with nature!
Hungry for more tips to boost your immune system? Try healthy eating in autumn along the lines of “the brighter, the better”! Especially at harvest time, Mother Nature serves up everything you need for a balanced diet, from freshly picked fruits to crunchy vegetables. Various types of cabbage and lettuce; root vegetables such as carrots and beetroots; chard, sweet potatoes, pumpkins; and apples, pears, grapes, plums and chestnuts are all now in season. These are just a few examples of the autumnal variety that can ensure a healthy, plant-rich diet and meet the requirements for vitamins, zinc and other important substances. Take advantage of the seasonal offerings and get creative in the kitchen: following a “natural menu” will often produce completely new recipe ideas that are anything but complicated.
If you would rather leave the cooking to the professionals, check into one of our Vitalpina Hotels and enjoy regional, seasonal cuisine that is tasty on the palate, good for body and soul and also suitable for special diets.
Autumn wellness: well-being and mindfulness
Last but not least, strong defences always come “from within”. Feeling good in autumn also means consciously doing something good for yourself, all while embracing and welcoming change.
Listen to your body and make sure you get enough sleep and rest, especially if you are feeling under the weather. You can ensure a healthy indoor climate by thoroughly airing your home: taking time off from your mobile phone, enjoying a cup of herbal tea, an ambience of flickering candlelight and socialising can also promote a sense of well-being.
Are you wondering how mindfulness can work in autumn? Try out small rituals, such as a fine breakfast to start the day, a thanksgiving journal, or taking walks that entail conscious sensory perceptions.
You can also guarantee “genuine” autumn wellness by alternating hot and cold showers and visits to the sauna: these stimulate the blood vessels, promote blood flow to the mucous membranes and boost the immune system. And, should you wish for a shorter or longer autumn wellness break, the Vitalpina Hotels of South Tyrol stand ready to welcome you. They are places where you can put all our tips for a strong immune system directly into practice – we offer exercise amidst the autumn hues, vital and seasonal culinary delights and wellness in harmony with nature!