During the colder months, our diet plays a key role in maintaining body heat and strengthening the immune system. Low temperatures and sudden changes can weaken our defenses, increasing the risk of colds and flu. How can we prevent this? By eating a diet rich in vitamins and essential nutrients.

Essential vitamins in winter

• Vitamin A: Protects the mucous membranes against infections. Found in carrots, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, spinach, and red peppers.
• Vitamin C: A powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, it activates the immune system. Found in citrus fruits, blueberries, cruciferous vegetables, and watercress.
• Vitamin D: Strengthens bones and regulates the immune response. It is obtained from the sun and from foods such as eggs, oily fish, and mushrooms.
• Vitamin E: Necessary for the proper functioning of white blood cells. Found in vegetable oils, nuts, and seeds.
• Vitamin B5: Involved in the synthesis of antibodies. Found in royal jelly, mushrooms, eggs, and salmon.

Tips for cooking and staying warm

• Avoid cold and raw foods. Opt for slow-cooked dishes and soups: stews, soups, and broths.
• Incorporate grains such as oats and buckwheat, which provide energy and internal heat.
• Add spices such as turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, or cumin to improve digestion and warm the body.

Anti-inflammatory diet: your best ally

A diet rich in vegetables, legumes, whole grains, and turmeric helps reduce inflammation and lessen the intensity of infection symptoms. Limit meat, avoid processed and fried foods.

Practical ideas

• Seasonal fruits: citrus fruits, pomegranates, apples, and pears (best in compotes with cinnamon).
• Probiotics and prebiotics: yogurt, kefir, miso, oats, and legumes to take care of your microbiota.
• Turmeric lemonade: an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory drink perfect for winter
  • 60 ml fresh lemon juice
  • 60 ml fresh orange juice
  • 730 ml mineral water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh turmeric
  • 2 tablespoons raw honey
  • 1 small tablespoon fresh ginger
  • Unrefined sea salt

The best ingredients for your skin

• Cocoa butter: composed of mono-triglycerides, fatty acids, and raw enzymes, it helps repair and rejuvenate cells, slowing down the visible aging process and promoting deep nourishment. It also has an exceptional antioxidant content that protects the skin's collagen and elastin.
• Calendula extract: obtained after macerating calendula flowers, this precious oil soothes skin inflammation thanks to its faradiol content, providing a calming and healing effect. Its flavonoid content stimulates the proliferation of epidermal cells, accelerating skin regeneration. In addition, the fatty acids present in the composition of this macerated oil promote skin elasticity.
• Argan oil: has a composition similar to that of skin lipids. Its high concentration of omega-9 improves skin elasticity, achieving a smoother effect. Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids give this vegetable oil interesting anti-inflammatory properties and help to even out skin tone. It also contains tocopherols and carotenoids, which act as skin regenerators, alleviating the symptoms of skin aging.
• Shea butter: provides deep, effective, and long-lasting nourishment. Its high content of healthy, anti-inflammatory fats is quickly absorbed, locking in the moisture needed to ensure that the skin stays hydrated throughout the day. Phenolic compounds offer a healing and soothing remedy for many inflammatory conditions. It is said to increase collagen production, restoring the skin's elasticity and firmness. In addition, it contains vitamins A and E, which promote cell renewal and delay the signs of premature aging.

All these ingredients are present in MOONLIGHT creamy moisturizer, formulated to deeply nourish, improve skin elasticity, soothe the skin, and enhance cell rejuvenation.