Merry & Bright, Not Sick in Bed: Dr. Garko’s Plan for a Healthy Holiday Season

With the holiday season fast approaching, and Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s important to remember that this is also prime time for colds, flu, RSV, and COVID-19 to make an unwelcome appearance. As indoor gatherings increase, so does the risk of these seasonal bugs spreading.

But there’s good news! Dr. Michael Garko, a renowned nutritionist, has some expert advice to help boost your immune system. With Dr. Garko’s holistic approach, you can enjoy those holiday parties and family gatherings with a little more peace of mind.

 

Dr. Garko’s tips to keep you cheery and bright through the holiday season:

 

Festive Feasting: Fill your holiday plate with a rainbow of immunity-boosting delights! Think vibrant oranges from clementines, ruby reds from strawberries, and greens from bell peppers. Don’t forget to sprinkle in some zinc with a side of pumpkin seeds and chickpeas for a merry immune boost.

 

Winter Hydration Wonderland: Keep the holiday spirits high and your body hydrated! Imagine each sip of water as a snowflake, vital for building your immune system’s snowy fortress. So, raise a glass of H2O to toast to good health and cheer!

 

Silent Nights for Rest: Dream of a white Christmas and ensure you’re getting enough silent nights. Wrap yourself in a cozy blanket of sleep to help your immune system repair and rejuvenate, just like the fresh snow covers the winter landscape.

 

Peaceful Pause: Amidst the holiday hustle, find moments of peace like the calm after a snowstorm. Whether it’s through meditation resembling the quiet of a winter’s night, yoga as graceful as ice skating, or deep breaths as crisp as the winter air, keep stress at bay to let your immune system play.

 

Supplemental Stocking Stuffers: After a chat with your healthcare Santa, consider adding some immune-supporting supplements to your stocking. Echinacea, elderberry, and vitamin D can be your nutritional reindeer, guiding you to a healthier holiday season.

 

With Dr. Garko’s tips, you’re all set to jingle your way through the festivities, wrapped in the warmth of good health.

 

Dr. Michael Garko is a nationally recognized, credentialed nutritionist who is devoted to helping his clients and others take charge of their health. He earned a master’s degree in human nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. Dr. Garko produced and hosted the popular health talk radio show called Let’s Talk Nutrition which aired for two hours a day five days a week in over 500 cities coast-to-coast and was streamed around the world. He believes nutrition is the driving force by which health is created, sustained, and reclaimed. Dr. Garko also passionately believes that your health is your wealth, and your health is the wealth of those who care about and love you.  He currently serves as spokesman and nutritional consultant for Strauss Naturals.