If you’re reading this, you’re likely feeling a little under the weather—or at least, you know you will be soon. Be it a lingering tiredness, a tickle in the back of your throat, or a nose that resembles an open tap, sick season is officially upon us.

Outside of stocking up on zinc-rich foods (an essential mineral for healthy immune function) and getting enough sleep, there are a couple of other expert-approved ways to ward off the winter lurgy. Here, three nutritionists share their best advice for staying well, from smart supplements to fortified gut health.

1. Prioritize antioxidants

“Some nutrients support the optimal functioning of immune cells, like vitamin C,” says W-Wellness nutritional therapist Maz Packham . “It’s a powerful antioxidant that’s needed for our white blood c

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