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245: Immune Boosting Nutrition for Cold & Flu Season
In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes delves into how to boost the immune system during the winter months to prevent common colds and flu. She addresses common misconceptions about nutrition, the importance of adequate calorie intake, and highlights essential nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc that can help reduce the severity and duration of illnesses.
Lindsey also discusses practical food-based approaches and supplements to incorporate as part of daily routines for improved immune support. Additionally, she touches on the role of honey, garlic, and echinacea, sharing practical tips on how athletes can integrate these into their diets. This episode serves as an educational resource for female athletes striving to maintain optimal health and performance during the colder seasons.
Episode Highlights:
01:22 Understanding Period Pain and WaveBye Solutions
04:07 Nutrition Tips for Boosting Immunity
07:01 The Importance of Proper Fueling for Athletes
11:46 Preventing Illness Through Nutrition and Hygiene
14:01 Supplementation and Immune Support
20:38 Addressing RED-S and Support Options
23:11 Vitamin C Dosage Recommendations
25:22 Delicious Vitamin C Smoothie Ideas
26:17 Daily Vitamin C Intake Tips
28:56 The Importance of Vitamin D
33:14 Zinc for Immune Support
37:35 Incorporating Honey and Garlic
43:13 Exploring Echinacea and Other Herbs
46:15 Final Thoughts and Healthy Habits
Resources and Links:
For more information about the show, head to work with Lindsey on improving your nutrition, head to: http://www.lindseycortes.com/
Join REDS Recovery Membership: http://www.lindseycortes.com/reds
WaveBye Supplements – Menstrual cycle support code LindseyCortes for 15% off: http://wavebye.co
Previnex Supplements – Joint Health Plus, Muscle Health Plus, plant-based protein, probiotics, and more; code riseup for 15% off: previnex.com
Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast Archive & Search Tool – Search by sport, condition, or topic: lindseycortes.com/podcast
Female Athlete Nutrition Community – YouTube, Instagram @ femaleathletenutrition, and private Facebook group
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By Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes
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In this episode of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, host Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes delves into how to boost the immune system during the winter months to prevent common colds and flu. She addresses common misconceptions about nutrition, the importance of adequate calorie intake, and highlights essential nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and Zinc that can help reduce the severity and duration of illnesses.
Lindsey also discusses practical food-based approaches and supplements to incorporate as part of daily routines for improved immune support. Additionally, she touches on the role of honey, garlic, and echinacea, sharing practical tips on how athletes can integrate these into their diets. This episode serves as an educational resource for female athletes striving to maintain optimal health and performance during the colder seasons.
Episode Highlights:
01:22 Understanding Period Pain and WaveBye Solutions
04:07 Nutrition Tips for Boosting Immunity
07:01 The Importance of Proper Fueling for Athletes
11:46 Preventing Illness Through Nutrition and Hygiene
14:01 Supplementation and Immune Support
20:38 Addressing RED-S and Support Options
23:11 Vitamin C Dosage Recommendations
25:22 Delicious Vitamin C Smoothie Ideas
26:17 Daily Vitamin C Intake Tips
28:56 The Importance of Vitamin D
33:14 Zinc for Immune Support
37:35 Incorporating Honey and Garlic
43:13 Exploring Echinacea and Other Herbs
46:15 Final Thoughts and Healthy Habits
Resources and Links:
For more information about the show, head to work with Lindsey on improving your nutrition, head to: http://www.lindseycortes.com/
Join REDS Recovery Membership: http://www.lindseycortes.com/reds
WaveBye Supplements – Menstrual cycle support code LindseyCortes for 15% off: http://wavebye.co
Previnex Supplements – Joint Health Plus, Muscle Health Plus, plant-based protein, probiotics, and more; code riseup for 15% off: previnex.com
Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast Archive & Search Tool – Search by sport, condition, or topic: lindseycortes.com/podcast
Female Athlete Nutrition Community – YouTube, Instagram @ femaleathletenutrition, and private Facebook group
Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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