Research shows that our immunity is impacted by our menopause transition. Our sex hormones, oestrogen and progesterone regulate a number of our immune cells. Menopause is an inflammatory state too.
In addition, poor sleep, often a symptom in midlife, makes inflammation worse. Increased stress, suffered by c.60% of us across perimenopause and post menopause, makes us more susceptible to infections too.
Our last journal entry shared Dr Martins’ phenomenal Immunity Boosting Brew which is a great first line of defence when you feel the onset of a cold or bug coming on.
But our whole philosophy at LIMINAL is rooted in preventative care. So today’s hacks are focused on 3 simple switch-outs we can be doing every day to keep us well this winter:
1. Make time for thyme! This hardy herb has antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties too. And yet most of us view it simply as flavouring! Make sure you’re using it in your cooking regularly. Then, reach for it if you are susceptible to throat infections, bronchial infections or tonsillitis too.
2. Preserve your peel! Lemon peel and onion peel are rich sources of quercetin, which can help us in managing our histamine response. Rather than throw it away as waste when cooking, use the peel of both onions and lemons in a soothing infusion to extract the full benefit.
3. Soothe your ‘soles’: Magnesium is known as the calming mineral in naturopathy - and can be incredibly helpful if you’re struggling with sleep. It also comes in many forms, which is important to consider. We love Magnesium Glycinate specifically for rest. But did you know that spraying Magnesium oil onto the soles of your feet before bed can be really effective too? Recent studies indicate that transdermal application of Magnesium could be better absorbed by our bodies too.
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