Sunday, February 18, 2024

Combat Winter Joint Woes!❄️

WEEKLY HARVEST

Winter can be tough on our bodies, especially our joints! Today's Weekly Harvest is all about understanding why we might feel creaky and what we can do to stay active and feeling good, even when the weather's frosty.

WINTER JOINT DISCOMFORT: WHAT TO DO?

If you've noticed your joints feel different during the colder months, you're not just imagining it. And you're not alone.

The connection between joint issues and cold weather is a common phenomenon which is why researchers have been trying to understand its causes.

Although the research is mixed, scientists have some theories:

Less physical activity during colder months
Changes in barometric pressure (air pressure) that may impact bones, muscles, and tendons
Increased muscle tightness in cold weather

Want to learn more? Visit our blog to read the full article (plus get our tips for supporting your joints during the winter)

MOVEMENT TIPS FOR WINTER

While it's tempting to stay inside where it's warm and cozy, staying active in the winter is essential for our overall health - and for our joints. Next time the couch beckons, try these tips to boost your daily movement instead:

1

Bundle up and walk

Take a brisk walk, jog, or try snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Fresh air and sunshine (when it peeks out!) are a mood booster. Invest in warm layers, good traction shoes, and reflective gear.

2

Warm up your joints

Before any activity, spend 5-10 minutes on gentle stretches to get your blood flowing and loosen up. Remember to cool down afterwards too.

3

Find an activity you love

Whether it's swimming, cycling, team sports, or dancing, find something you enjoy so it feels less like a chore and more like fun!

QUICK & EASY TURMERIC SCRAMBLE (SERVES 2)

Eggs are a great source of protein, amino acids, and vitamin D, an important nutrient for healthy bones and muscles. This recipe puts a spin on classic scrambled eggs with the addition of turmeric.

Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin which is thought to be responsible for its studied benefits. Adding black pepper to turmeric-infused dishes is thought to help the body use turmeric more efficiently.

Ingredients:

3 free-range or organic eggs
1 tsp grated turmeric ½ garlic clove, finely chopped
1 tbsp coconut oil, ghee, or extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons organic coconut milk (or milk of choice)
Pinch sea salt
Pinch black pepper 100 g spinach leaves
Optional: Slices of toasted sourdough for serving.

Instructions:

Whisk the eggs with the coconut milk, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.
Add the oil or ghee in a non-stick pan over a medium heat. Sauté the garlic, add the spinach leaves and wilt for a few mins – add a splash of water if they stick.
Pour the egg mixture into the pan with the spinach and stir continuously for 5-8 mins until the scrambled eggs are at the desired consistency. Taste and season accordingly. Serve on slices of toasted sourdough.

Additional Tips:

Replace the eggs with 300 g of tofu for a vegan version. Tofu contains both protein and calcium.
Turn this into a heartier meal by adding more veggies to your scramble and serving with half a baked sweet potato or rolled up into a burrito.

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