VINNY’S VIEWS ON WELLNESS
DECEMBER 2025
BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM WITH THESE EASY STEPS Have you ever wondered why some people rarely get sick, while others are continuously sick? Gut health and optimal levels of specif ic vitamins play a signif icant role in our immune health. And, a strong immune system is the best defense against colds, flu, COVID, and other opportunistic pathogens. This winter, stay healthy and energetic by incorporating the few simple steps below into your daily routine.
1.STRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNE HEALTH We now know that 70-80% of our immune cells reside in the gut. So it makes sense that, if you want to improve your immune system, you might want to improve gut health. Here are easy ways to do that: Increase stomach hydrochloric acid (HCL) to help kill harmful germs & break down foods, particularly protein. Take Probitotics daily to feed the beneficial gut bacteria.
Move more! Moderate exercise increases microbiome diversity, keeping you healthy year-round! Remove gut destroyers and heal leaky gut. Incorporate deep breathing & techniques to destress.
2. OPTIMAL FUEL TO KEEP YOU WELL When considering what to eat every day, opt for foods that heal & supplements that are anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting. Feed beneficial gut bacteria with fibrous foods - nature’s prebiotics! Easily add the essentials for immune health - Zinc, Vit D, Vit C, Magnesium glycinate, B12 (methylated), and Omega 3. Include Quercitin for it’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Add anti-inflammatory snacks and foods to help your body repair. Try to avoid or greatly reduce sugar, processed foods, & most protein bars (here are a few good ones, plus my favorite go-to protein bar).
3. LIMIT EXPOSURE TO GERMS WHEN ABLE There are several small ways to make a big impact on your exposure to germs. While these are all basic, they help prevent unknowingly picking up nasty pathogens. Proper hand washing (I think we learned a lot during COVID). Disinfect surfaces and use your shirt or jacket to touch door handles or public surfaces & sneeze or cough into your elbow. Avoid touching your eyes & nose, especially if you haven’t washed your hands.