Set on Spains Costa Blanca, SHA Wellness Clinic is one of the worlds premier wellness destinations. This health resort has been known to attract everyone from elite athletes, to Hollywood celebrities and Victorias Secret models, as well as assorted oligarchs and billionaires. They come to lose weight, detox, or participate inSHAs Healthy Aging program. Others want to reset their minds and bodies, adopt new healthy habits, or simply get away from it all.

Set on a hillside overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, SHA Wellness Clinic is one of the world's ... [+] premier wellness destinations.

Devised by wellness guru Alfredo Bataller, the immensely successful SHA method is based on aholistic approach to wellness that combinesthe latest advances in Western medicine and progressive natural therapies, with a particular focus on healthy, balanced nutrition and exercise.

Since reopening in July, SHA has introduced a series of new services specially designed for the COVID-19 era. Immunotherapy and lymphocyte profile consultations have been added to all bookings to assess the state of the guests immune system, while a new immune system strengthening pack has also been developed. A comprehensive SHA insurance covers medical and related expenses in the event of positive COVID-19 test on arrival.

People from all over the world come to SHA Wellness Clinic in Spain to reset their bodies and minds.

So, how can we apply the SHA method to our everyday lives to give our immune systems an extra boost in times of COVID-19? Here are some tips from Alfredo Bataller and his team of experts at SHA Wellness Clinic:

Alfredo Bataller, founder of SHA Wellness Clinic: A balanced diet that includes plenty of fruit and vegetables, vitamin C and antioxidants helps reinforce the immune system andprevent disease. Its highly recommended to choose fruit and vegetables that are in season to ensure that they are as fresh and nutritious as possible.

Melanie Waxman, healthy nutrition expert: To keep the immune system in perfect working order, we should enjoy a diet based on fresh food that helps to maintain the balance of the intestinal microbiota. It should include whole grains, beans, seaweed (spirulina), nuts, seeds, green leafy vegetables, such as kale, onions, garlic, leeks and asparagus, and fruit, such as apples.

The diet at SHA Wellness Clinic is based on organic, seasonal fruit, vegetables, seeds, nuts, and ... [+] some fish and seafood. Like this red shrimp ceviche with cucumber and yellow aj peppers.

Luis Ganso, personal trainer: Moderate exercise, such as 30 minutes of fast-paced walking, has been shown to improve the function of the immune system. This type of exercise strengthens our respiratory capacity, mobilizing antibodies and white blood cells to circulate more quickly, and detect and neutralize external attacks. Meanwhile, raising the body temperature helps to prevent the development of infection.

Alfredo Bataller: Its always a good idea to spend some time during the day walking outdoorspreferably in nature. Spending time outdoors is important for breathing fresh air and absorbing the vitamin D provided by the sun, which is so crucial to support calcium absorption and the proper functioning of the immune system.

Exercise is always good for us and even better if we can do it outdoors. "Spending time outdoors is ... [+] important for breathing fresh air and absorbing the vitamin D provided by the sun," says SHA's founder Alfredo Bataller.

Alfredo Bataller: Exercise is always good, even if we may have lost motivation during lockdown or if we feel tired or low on energy. Exercise strengthens the immune system and makes our bodies secrete happy hormones, or endorphins, while reducing the level of the stress hormone, cortisol. Stress is harmful to the body, and, having less of it actually strengthens the immune system.

Rachel Rose, body and mind expert and yoga coach: Stable mental health is basic to managing stress, which, in turn, impacts the immune system. Lymphocytes are found in lymph nodes and organs, and in the blood. Lymph nodes are the bodys first line of defense against disease.Breathing is directly related to lymph flow, and lymph flow is directly related to immunity.

The diaphragm muscle, located between the lungs and the abdomen moves down when we inhale and up when we exhale. This movement causes a series of pressure differences that generate movement in the body. Lymph flow, or the mechanism that transports thelymph containing our infection-fightingwhite blood cellsthroughout thebody, is one of the most crucial movements supported by deep breathing.

Some people come to SHA to get fit, detox or lose weight, while others just want to get away from it ... [+] all.

Alfredo Bataller: Getting quality sleep is essential to reinforcing our immune system, while not getting enough sleep can cause our immunity to decline, making us more prone to infectious diseases. Adults should sleep at least seven to eight hours a day.

Maria Romeralo, healthy nutrition expert: When we start the day with sugary coffee and a pastry, we instantly feel good and full of energy. However, after a while, our energy levels drop and our bodies demand more sugar. This is why its important to avoid refined sugar, artificial sweeteners and honey at breakfast.

At SHA, we serve miso soup for breakfast. Miso soup is a great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and enzymes. You can make it even richer by adding wakame seaweed, onions, tofu, carrots or pumpkin. It's a wonderful way to cleanse the body while providing quality nutrients. Miso is a fermented food and therefore a source of probiotics that also help strengthen our immune systems.

Miso soup is a breakfast staple at SHA Wellness Clinic. It is a great source of protein, vitamins, ... [+] minerals and enzymes.

Alfredo Bataller: Confinement can lead to loneliness, sedentariness and depression, all of which are detrimental to the proper functioning of the immune system. Contact with our loved ones helps calm the mind, enables us to cope with the stress of these uncertain times, and also reduces the risk of obesity and alcohol and tobacco abuse.

Melanie Waxman, healthy nutrition expert: Its important to transition to a healthy lifestyle gradually, with a view to maintaining it long term. At SHA, we give our guests the necessary tools to start leading that lifestyle once they leave: healthy cooking classes, yoga classes, outdoor exercise, nutrition and medical advice on everything from quitting smoking, to sleeping, and strengthening the cognition. Once back in their routine, theyre encouraged to adopt these activities until they become habits.

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