Winter can be gloomy, even on Florida’s 30A. With functional health woven into everything we do, we believe winter can be a season of making memories while improving health, finding joy, and feeling better inside and out.

Here are tips for a healthy winter on 30A's Santa Rosa Beach from your team at Rob + Katie Truax:

Stay Active In Cooler Weather

Take advantage of Santa Rosa Beach's mild winters by walking along the beach, swimming, paddleboarding, bike riding, or yoga. Dress in layers to help warm up your muscles and joints and then adapt to the warmer temps.

Tip: Stretch before outdoor activities to prevent muscle stiffness

Stick To The Nutrition Basics— Plus A Few More For Winter

Don’t forget to stay hydrated just because it’s not as warm outside. Enjoy water enhanced with fresh fruit or cucumber and herbal teas throughout the season. Eat seasonal produce from local farmers markets, and even consider incorporating local seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Consider vitamin D supplements due to reduced sunlight exposure.

Give Your Immune System A Boost To Beat Flu Season

Skip flu season all together with anti-inflammatory food, a solid sleep schedule sleep schedule, and a system to help manage stress as it comes. Get natural sunlight when possible as we’re usually indoors more during winter. And finally, consider adding in immune-boosting supplements like vitamin C and zinc.

Prevention and Self-Care

Chiropractic adjustments aren’t just for addressing sciatic or sports pain as it comes up— a visit to a chiropractor is preventative, too. Include an adjustment and other forms of preventative wellness in your winter routine to leave the season healthier than when you began it.

Sleep Like It’s Your Hobby This Winter

Make sleep a priority as you maintain a consistent sleep schedule. A relaxing bedtime routine, cool and dark bedroom, and calming night time routine will set the scene for a restful sleep.

Tip: Limit screen time before bed

Winter just might be your healthiest season yet! Take advantage of the beauty and mild winter of Santa Rosa Beach to achieve optimal wellness this season. At Rob + Katie Truax, it is our passion to help our local community maintain optimal health during the winter months and beyond.