Cold wave: these are the foods that help us warm up and strengthen the immune system

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We already have here the first wave of polar cold of winter.

The

(the name, which couldn't be more appropriate, seems to be taken from one of those 'so loving' and profitable songs that Shakira dedicates

).

And, although the most helpful thing is that we try to combat this drastic drop in temperatures by becoming

, putting on layers and layers of clothing, there is another way to

that is also quite comforting:

.

"In each season,

, the brain processes the information it receives from the surrounding environment and begins to adapt intelligently," says Ata Pouramini, health coach, nutrition expert, one of the leading chiropractors. recognized in the world and author, among other books, of 'You are your medicine'.

This could not be otherwise, it also affects the way we eat and, by extension, we feel.

"Eating certain foods in excess, going on a diet, having a vitamin or mineral deficit, or even a hormonal imbalance can be some of the reasons why

."

But, before starting to talk about the most recommended foods during the winter, Pouramini begins by explaining the basic concept that we must understand to better understand this whole process: "

is the ability of the body to produce calories while digesting food. foods".

It is, he continues, "an

, which has nothing to do with the degrees that the thermometer is marking at that moment" and which

.

"

are those that create a large amount of heat in the body through their

. Likewise,

".

As this expert points out, "

is a reason to take into account in winter when

, as it will help us improve our feeling of tiredness and cover all the deficiencies of our body".

This is not the time to get into hypocaloric diets, salads or smoothies.

"We need to

.

And here the possibilities are "very varied and healthy", because, Pouramini warns us that "we should not confuse spoon dishes with weight gain".

For this reason, we should opt for "vegetable soups, whole grains, fish broths or processed legumes, such as stew or lentils, and high protein foods".

Pouramini offers us some suggestions: "The dishes that contain

are especially recommended ... In addition to these foods, spices and condiments, such as

can

. "

Most of these foods are "rich in

and will help us have more energy and vitality in our day to day."

However, if, despite everything, fatigue persists, he advises us to "check our

because, in winter, we usually drink less water and that may be one of the main causes of this fatigue."

It is also important to keep in mind that this is a

"Some foods help us strengthen our immune system and feel better once infected with viruses or bacteria. Here is a short list of ingredients that could well be stored in a medicine cabinet:

.

But beware, this is neither a miracle diet nor an immediate antidote.

Ata Pouramini has a message for the most anxious.

"Remember that this is a

. We are not going to notice the effects immediately by the mere fact of eating like this one day. More than a change in diet, we must consider it as a

. It is about

; to switch to healthy diets (consuming seasonal products) and

".

The wisest thing, as always, is to "

, because each one has needs and expresses them in different ways. During pregnancy, for example, there are so-called cravings, which are usually a reflection of what is required a supplement of some vitamin or mineral. That is, when we feel like this or that food, it is usually due to an objective cause".

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