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Hey there, !

So here we are in week 4 (or 5, or maybe more for you) of officially Staying at Home... and Jass & I are really missing all of you! We wanted to pop into your inbox to say hello, and let you know that we’re thinking of you.

One of the things you've probably heard us preach about is how cryo & sauna can help boost your immune system. (Yep, there’s actual science to back that up -- if you’d like to read more, click HERE.)

Since a strong immune system is more important now than ever (obviously!), and we can't offer you the things we normally do to help support that, we thought we’d share a few things you can do to help keep your immunity in tip top shape!
 
Eating To Boost Your Immunity

Focus on whole, unprocessed, nutrient-dense foods

Include foods with antiviral properties, like dark leafy greens, citrus fruits, berries & pineapple, olives & extra virgin olive oil, and green tea. 

Make certain you’re eating enough protein Typically,  you'll want to eat at least 2 - 4oz servings of animal protein per day (more if it’s plant-based protein). Amino acids (most readily found in animal protein) are building blocks for the immune system.

Incorporate Prebiotic foods (like garlic, onions, asparagus, bananas, cocoa, flax seeds & jicama root) AND Probiotic foods (like yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, pickles, miso, kimchi & kombucha). These help to keep your gut healthy, which is significantly tied to your overall immune health.

Avoid sugar & highly processed foods and limit caffeine & alcohol 

OK, Dr. Acton says if we get 80% right, we’re in pretty good shape. You’ll have to choose your 20%! 
 
Immune-Boosting Lifehacks

Sleep Your Way to Stronger Immunity
Getting adequate sleep allows the body to repair & rejuvenate, and is critical to strengthening your immunity. You should aim for 7-8 hours per night.

But who can sleep when there's so much to worry about? I think we all have nights like that (at least I do!), but keep reading for tips to reduce stress & get some ZZZs.
Reduce Stress

Besides keeping you up at night, stress can wreak havoc on the immune system. Keep these stress-busting tools in your toolbox for when you feel it taking hold:

Yoga, Mediation & Breathwork
Try apps like Headspace, Calm or Insight Timer -- or for live, guided meditation during the current crisis, check out Ben Turshen Meditation for online group meditation three times a week. And while we can't be in the yoga studio right now, your favorite is probably offering online options, so hop online to continue your practice -- and to stay in touch with your community. 

Have a Cup of Tea
Tea contains L-theanine, a compound which boosts the body's defenses against infection and naturally helps curb anxiety. Research shows that even the act of making & drinking tea can help to significantly reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Check out Cleveland Tea Lab for some delicious tea varieties that can be delivered to your door. One that we're loving right now...North Coast Nights.

Supplement with CBD and/or Kava Kava
Our favorites (which you can find in our studio once we reopen!) are Zuri CBD & Pachamama CBD. We know you can find it everywhere these days, but with CBD, quality and purity are really important. We did a ton of research before selecting these brands, and will share some thoughts about what to look for in your CBD real soon.

Keep Moving!
I'm sure you already know that exercise boosts endorphins -- those “happy chemicals” in the brain that reduce tension, elevate mood, improve sleep and self-esteem. But did you know that it strengthens your immune system too?

Aim for 30-45 minutes of mild to moderate exercise a day to maximize immune support. But avoid extreme exertion for now--this can actually weaken your immunity.

And since so many of us have more time on our hands than usual, now is the perfect time to try out that local fitness studio you've been curious about -- through their online options. Some of our favorites with a huge variety of virtual workouts: Cleveland Yoga, Corus 45, CycleBar Beachwood, Burn Bootcamp Beachwood, GrooveRyde, Health 360, and Ohio Sports & Fitness. Have a favorite that you'd like us to share? Hit reply & let us know!

Get Outside
Soak in some sunshine -- whenever it might appear! Walk your dog, work in your garden, go for a hike. Fresh air and natural Vitamin D are truly nature's mood boosters -- and there's no reason you can't be outside, as long as you're keeping a safe, social distance. Tired of making the same loop around your neighborhood? Try some of these off the beaten path options in the Metroparks.

Stay Connected...At A Distance (of course) 
Keep in touch with your people -- those human connections really do help you stay healty! Sure, texting is fine, but maybe make an actual phone call & hear their voice. Try out online options like Zoom, Facetime or Google Hangouts. (Haven't had to set these up yourself yet? Click here for a quick primer!) Have a family "meeting," a virtual dinner party, or an online game night on Houseparty. You can even set up a Netflix party & watch a movie together.
 

Please chime in with your ideas, tips & tricks that you'd like to share too! Either follow us on social media (links are right down there ⬇️), or just hit reply & shoot us an email. We'd love to hear from you too!

Most of all, we hope and pray that you all are well and weathering this storm in the best way that you can. If there is any way at all that we can be of service from afar, please reach out and we will help in any way that we can.

Take care ~ and we can't wait to see you real soon!

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