Welcome to Happy Healthy Strong, the fitness, nutrition, health, and wellness podcast. In this episode, host Adam Lane continues his conversation with Stacey Colar, FNP-BC, founder of Wellness Refinery, to explore immune health strategies that support overall well-being.
Why This Episode Matters:
A strong immune system is essential for maintaining good health, especially during seasonal changes or times of increased stress. Stacey shares science-backed insights on properly fueling the body, avoiding inflammation, and building a resilient immune system through diet, hydration, and key supplements.
Key Insights:
The impact of nutrition on immune function and the best foods to eat when under the weather.
The role of hydration, electrolytes, and the best fluids to support immunity.
How gut health influences overall well-being and how to support it post-illness.
The truth about supplements—what works, what to avoid, and how to integrate them effectively.
Practical ways to manage stress and incorporate self-care practices that boost immune resilience.
The benefits of fasting, cold plunging, and detox baths for recovery and immune function.
Episode Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:05 Immune Health and Nutrition Tips
03:31 Challenges of Maintaining Health During Busy Schedules
07:54 Importance of Hydration and Electrolytes
13:04 Supplementation and Nutraceuticals
17:02 Balancing Supplementation and Real Food
26:35 Impact of Antibiotics on Gut Health
34:04 Stress Management and Self-Care
37:56 Fasting and Cold Plunging for Health
47:32 Balancing Supplementation and Real Food
49:25 Supporting Gut Health Post-Illness
Take Action
Focus on gut health by reducing inflammatory foods and incorporating probiotics, fiber, and nutrient-dense meals.
Stay hydrated and replenish electrolytes, especially during illness or intense physical activity.
Consider adding fasting, cold therapy, and detox baths as part of a holistic health approach.
Establish a foundational supplement routine including vitamin D, C, and zinc.
Resources & Links:
Connect with Stacey Caler and learn more about functional-based medicine at [Wellness Refinery](https://www.wellnessrefineryclinic.com/).
Read more about immune health and functional wellness: [Wellness Refinery Blog](https://www.wellnessrefineryclinic.com/about).
Listen to part one of this conversation for additional insights on immune health.
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