While (almost) everyone has caught a cold in autumn, had a slump at the start of winter or felt a surge of energy with the arrival of spring, we don't always know the reasons for the effects of the changing seasons on the body. Even more often, we don't know what to do about it, what tricks, preferably natural ones, can help us cope. What about sun exposure? What about diet? The role of vitamins and food supplements?

Read on to find out what challenges seasonal change presents to your body, and how you can cover your needs to support your physical and mental well-being during these key periods, including with natural health products and food supplements.

The main effects of the change of season on the body

With each change of season, our bodies must adapt to new conditions settings, which explains some symptoms. From changes in circadian rhythm take place: in fact, the daylight is a key factor forinternal clock, the differences are particularly striking when summer turns to autumn or autumn to winter (fewer hours of sunlight, cooler temperatures and vice versa when winter turns to spring and spring to summer).

The shorter the days, the more melatonin the body secretes, the sleep hormone. In addition, the slightest exposure to the sun reduces the production of vitamin D, , essential to the proper functioning of our immune system. The end of summer also signals a consequent change in rhythm, schedules and diet, which affects us to a greater or lesser extent depending on our capacity to adapt.

Lower temperatures also have an impact on the immune system, leading us to believe thatappropriate supplementation is particularly useful for reducing the impact of seasonal changes on our bodies.

Common symptoms of seasonal changes and how to support your body naturally

Most of the time, change of season rhymes with fatigue and sleep disorders (before or at the time of the time change), mood swings and sometimes even seasonal depression. If you eat locally, dietary adjustments take place as seasonal fruits and vegetables change. Your plate contains fewer fresh vegetables which help regulate the body's heat, the carbohydrates increase with the various tubers, roots and squash harvested in early autumn and sold until late winter.

To get started, don't worry if the return from vacation is accompanied by a drop in energy levels please be aware that changes in rhythm are natural and unavoidable (unless you spend a few weeks or months in other latitudes) and are accompanied by the symptoms and perhaps others, vary from one individual to another.

Moisturize properly by drinking between one and three liters of water a day, according to your weight and activity level, be careful with your diet by favouring natural ingredients and by turning away from ultra-processed, very sweet or very salty products, which take their toll on your physical and moral well-being! The change of season is a key time to pamper yourself as much as possible, while respecting your body.

Stress management is essential at a time like this. Prioritize your hours of sleep, to be rested, try to live moments in "full consciousness", where you remain present, by cooking for example, or by indulging in an activity that you enjoy. Visit breathing and meditation exercises are also excellent, accompanied by a physical activity routine adapted to your body. Walking, preferably in nature (forest or park, in the city) can be enough to cover your body needs for movement daily.

A natural approach, which consists of Listen to your body and try to meet its needs at best, can be reinforced by taking dietary supplements that contribute to boost your immunity and strengthen your resistance to seasonal changes giving you the boost you need.

Natural food supplements to strengthen the body's resistance

Several vitamins and minerals are essential for minimize the effects of seasonal changes on the body. The role of the iron, and vitamins B, C, D or zinc. Several food supplements in our natural range are based on these ingredients to offer you the best possible protection against energy slumps. Discover the role of vitamin B complex, contained in buckwheat in the dedicated article: Buckwheat, source of vitamin B, ally of the change of season. 

A complement cure NATURAL DEFENSE, formulated with b vitamins, of iron (taken from kaloupilé leaf which helps to restore energy metabolism and stimulate the body), eleutherococcus ("Siberian ginseng"), which helps to restore energy metabolism and stimulate the body) and eleutherococcus ("Siberian ginseng"), which helps to restore energy metabolism and stimulate the body) supports the body's natural defenses and Melon SOD, renowned for its anti-inflammatory properties, helps to boost the immune system at the time of seasonal change.

Take some ROYAL JELLY, from theorganic farminge, a real nectar of the hive, also contributes to boost vitality when needed. A course of this natural product will be a welcome addition to the food supplement of your choice!

Whether you are sensitive to seasonal changes or simply concerned about maintaining optimal health throughout the year, the Pronatur laboratory hopes to have provided you with valuable information and practical advice to help you get through these periods of change with peace of mind.

Note this article is not a substitute for medical care. This information is not a therapeutic claim. The food supplements, massage gel and green clay poultice sold by the PRONATUR Laboratory are not medicines and can in no way replace treatment, a diversified, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.