Health 2018


Have a


very good year


better Now that 2018 is under way, it’s time to rev up your health goals. Here’s how


to keep up with the resolutions you made at the beginning of the year – even if you’ve already had a slip-up – to achieve a better you


The days may be getting longer but it’s still chilly outside and that means it’s still important to nourish your body to give it a better chance of fighting off winter bugs such as coughs, colds and flu. Nutrients that boost your immune system are vital at this time of year – so make sure you’re getting enough of the following:


Vitamin C and zinc According to our nutritionists, numerous studies suggest vitamin C combined with zinc play an important role in nutrition and immune defence. Good sources of vitamin C include oranges, red and green peppers, kiwi fruit, grapefruit and Brussels sprouts. Meanwhile you can get zinc from protein-rich foods such as fish, eggs, nuts, seeds, beans, lentils and dairy foods.


If you’re struggling to get enough from your diet try LloydsPharmacy Vitamin C 200mg tablets x 30, £0.69, LloydsPharmacy Zinc 15mg x 60, £2.99


Vitamin D3 In this country you may not get enough vitamin D during the winter months, since the main source of vitamin D is exposure to sunlight. Decreased exposure to the sun can lead to a drop in serotonin, the hormone that affects your mood. Since it can be difficult to get the vitamin D you need from food, health experts – including those


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from Public Health England – recommend that everyone should consider taking a vitamin D supplement during the autumn and winter here in the UK.


Try LloydsPharmacy Adult Vitamin D for Bone Health 25mcg x 90, £3.99


Omega-3 fatty acids Omega-3 fatty acids – which are found in oily fish – can help boost immunity. These nutrients are needed to help vitamin D work, and taking an omega-3 supplement may increase the activity of your immune system’s white cells as well as protect against respiratory infections, he claims.


If you’re struggling to get enough from your diet try LloydsPharmacy High Strength Omega 3 Fish Oil 1000mg x 90, £8.69


Garlic Studies have found that garlic may have infection-fighting capabilities as it is anti viral, anti fungal and anti bacterial. Add generous amounts to winter stews and stir fries. Or if you’re not fond of the taste, an odourless garlic supplement is ideal.


Try LloydsPharmacy Odourless Garlic 2mg x 60, £2.09


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