Episode 172: How to Stay Healthy This Winter (Eating Comfort Food)

As winter settles in, many women start asking the same questions.How do I avoid catching every cold going around? Why do I crave comfort food? Will I gain weight if I move less? And how can I stay healthy without feeling deprived?In this episode, Chinese medicine practitioner Tania Grasseschi returns to the podcast to explain how working with winter, rather than against it, can help you feel healthier, warmer and more energised.Together we explore how traditional Chinese medicine views winter as a season of restoration and why slowing down, eating warming foods and supporting your body's natural rhythms may help you feel your best.In this episode you'll learn:• Why winter is a season for restoration rather than restriction• The best warming foods, spices and cooking methods• Practical tips to help support your immune system naturally• Why root vegetables, soups and slow-cooked meals are ideal in winter• Whether winter weight gain is normal—and how to prevent it becoming a long-term problem• The role of sleep, stress and mindful eating in maintaining your health through winter• Simple lifestyle habits to help you stay warm and wellWhether you're hoping to avoid winter bugs, enjoy comfort food without guilt or simply feel more energised this season, this episode will give you practical ideas you can start using today.🍎 For more practical nutrition and mindful eating advice for women 40+, visit Eating for You❄️ Tania’s winter resourcesWinter E-BookWinter Seasonal Care Workshop