Boost Your Baby’s Immune System This Winter
Wintertime is upon us! The air is cooler and the days are shorter. This time of the year brings an element of warmth and coziness to our days, especially when you have little ones in the home. With so much to cherish during this season, there are a few unwelcome things to be aware of as well: seasonal germs and illnesses. The winter season often brings about more prevalent cases of colds, flus and sniffles. This is the perfect time however to be proactive in supporting your baby’s immune system as a way to keep them safe from illnesses, as well as your own. Stocking up on winter superfoods is a great way to take a stand against colds and flus. Including organic, fresh and nourishing foods is key for keeping bodies strong. Key food groups to focus on include fruits, vegetables and proteins. Let’s dive in and explore the different varieties available for your family.
Fruits
Fresh fruits such as berries, apples and oranges offer a sweet flavor and add bold color to any dish. They also provide bodies with a healthy boost of Vitamin A & Vitamin C for strong immune systems. Puree these items for a smoother texture when serving babies just starting out on solids, or add them to smoothies for a toddler, young child and parents to enjoy. Serving these fruits alongside organic whole milk yogurt is a great way to entice little ones to eat more fruit in the winter, too.
Vegetables
With the cooler temperatures during this season, warm soups and stews are popular dishes to whip up. Adding ingredients such as organic sweet potatoes, butternut squash, carrots and broccoli offer a powerful punch of nutrients for the body, while offering a great consistency for various food recipes. For younger babies who are not able to chew, try offering these foods steamed and pureed with broth instead of serving them whole in soup. This is an easy way to make a meal the whole family can enjoy, while allowing you to modify it as needed to please tiny taste buds.
Protein
Healthy sources of protein help to improve energy levels. Offering your little one food items such as organic turkey, fish, eggs and lentil beans provide a great source of protein. These can be pureed for little ones, served alongside fruits and veggies or they can be added into many toddler meals. When preparing these protein dishes for adults in your family, be sure to set some aside to serve up in a way that will please little ones, too.
Key Vitamins
In the winter months, be intentional about exposing your family to plenty of sunlight. Bundle up for a mid-day walk and take advantage of sunny days to allow your bodies to soak up Vitamin D, which is essential for healthy bones and muscles. When temperatures dip outdoors, we don’t always get enough of this essential Vitamin, so be sure to get outside when you can!
Learn More
Interested in learning more about ways you can ensure your family is well nourished this winter? Check out these posts below that offer recipes, tips and the very best picks when it comes to organic European formula:
Natural Ways to Boost Baby's Immune System
Quick & Easy Baby Food Recipes - Organicbabyfood.shop
Ways to Naturally Boost Your Family’s Immune Systems
A2 Formula: Why it is chosen as the best pick for babies
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