12/22/2025
Winter sickness season is officially here, and your immune system deserves more than guesswork. These five simple habits are rooted in physiology, not trends, and they make a real difference in how your body handles viruses once they show up.
Hydrate to protect your mucosal barriers. Sleep like it’s therapy for your immune system. Wash your hands to lower the viral load you’re exposed to. Eat nutrient-dense foods that actually fuel your immune cells. And have a simple “when it hits” toolkit ready so you’re not scrambling when the first cough or fever shows up.
You cannot avoid every bug, but you can support your body so it’s more resilient, less symptomatic, and better equipped to recover. Save this for the next time something starts circulating in your home or community.