Ready, Set, School! Supporting your Immune system this Autumn

As we reach the last few days of summer holidays and begin to prepare for the kids going back to school, we all know its only a matter of time before the runny noses, chesty coughs and upset tummies take over the household for another season. Not only does this mean days off school for our little ones, but as carers we are needed to take days off work to nurse them back to health again. 

This is how Moocha can support yours, and your little ones immune system this year.  

Your gut and immune system are more closely connected than you might think. The gut is home to trillions of microorganisms that make up your gut microbiome, which interacts with the intestinal lining and plays an important role in supporting normal immune function. This is why looking after your little ones digestive health can be an important part of looking after their overall wellbeing too.

Moocha Kombucha is a simple way to include fermented foods and drinks in your everyday routine. Kombucha is made by fermenting tea, creating naturally occurring organic acids and other compounds during the fermentation process. Tea also contains polyphenols, plant compounds with antioxidant properties that can help protect cells from oxidative stress.

Our Kombucha is made with a variety of fruity and botanical ingredients, meaning you can enjoy these naturally occurring plant compounds while adding a refreshing fermented drink to your day. While kombucha is not a medicine and should not be considered a treatment for illness, enjoying fermented foods and drinks as part of a varied, balanced diet can be one way to support a healthy lifestyle.

But we didnt stop at Kombucha, Our Well Blend is high in fibre and offers 100% of your Vitamin C and D as well as being high in fibre. If you haven't already checked it out, we talk about the importance of these in our other blog posts including recipes for you to try at home.  

And as the school routine begins again, sleep is another important part of keeping little bodies supported. A consistent bedtime and enough good-quality sleep gives the body time to rest, recover and carry out the processes that help keep the immune system working normally. Although usually easier said that done. 

Unfortunately we cant ward off all bugs, but keeping small consistent habits can definitely help. A varied diet, plenty of fibre, good sleep and looking after the gut are all simple ways to support your child’s overall health as they settle back into school life. For the back-to-schoolers, reach for a refreshing Moocha Kombucha, and for busy mums, dads and carers, Well Blend is an easy, convenient way to fit gut-friendly goodness into even the busiest of days.

Remember - Food. Fibre. Fluids. Sleep. 

Here’s to a happy, healthy and hopefully slightly less sniffly school year!