Winter fun has begun in Uptown. Avoid germs, not your friends this winter!



Dreary winter weather drives us inside for our after-work catch-ups and weekend gatherings at Uptown cafes and bars, making us perfect targets for the dreaded winter cold and flu bugs that lurk in bustling places. Prevention plays a key role in staying well, especially when there are fun times to be had.

As cold weather takes hold, daily holistic health rituals are paramount to ward off winter ills. Lizzy Carmine has compiled wellness tips to keep us fighting fit and healthy.

Nourish

Nourish yourself with hearty nutrient-rich wholefood meals packed with vitamins and minerals. Hot soups and stews are not only comforting, but also keep your immune system strong. Check out the winter soup recipes on page 28.

Reducing Stress

Reducing stress plays an important role in looking after your immune system. Tending to your mind and body with meditation and movement can inspire feel-good hormones that keep stress at bay.

Social Connection
Social connection boosts morale, which supports our mental health and well-being. During isolating winter weather, make the effort to reach out to friends and family who live alone.

Nature Breaks

Take nature breaks even when it's cold out. Staying active and immersing yourself in nature keeps your body and mind flowing. Visit Uptown’s local organic market garden (OMG), stroll through Basque Park or venture out to one of Tāmaki Makaurau’s beautiful beaches.

Restorative Sleep

Busy lives can make switching off challenging, but a peaceful technology-free bedtime routine can encourage restorative sleep. Make your bedroom relaxing: dim the lights, diffuse lavender oil and settle in with a book. Supplements like magnesium and melatonin can also assist sleepless nights.

And for extra peace of mind, visit the friendly medical team at Grafton Medical Centre and seal the deal with a flu shot.