Hi guys,
Jen here! Your team Naturopath.
As the seasons shift from summer to autumn here in Australia, our bodies begin to adjust to cooler temperatures, lower daylight hours and often a bit more pressure on our immune systems.
It’s the perfect time to tune into daily habits that help regulate stress, boost immunity and bring your nervous system back into balance.
These are the simple, effective practices I'm leaning on right now... and they might be just what your body needs too.
1. Prioritise ginger, turmeric & greens
These anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich ingredients offer immune boosting micronutrients your body craves. I’m a big fan of starting my day with a homemade green juice instead of coffee. It's gentler on my adrenals, and I haven’t been sick once since making the switch.
2. Get outside while the sun’s still shining
Daily walks are a low-effort way to move your lymphatic system, boost mood, and top up vitamin D stores... all key for immune health as the light changes. Even 10 - 20 minutes makes a difference.
3. Support your lymph with dry body brushing
Your lymphatic system is your immune system’s transport network. I use a dry body brush daily to encourage gentle lymphatic flow, reduce puffiness and water retention and overall support detoxification. When I keep this one up I notice a big difference in how I look and feel.
4. Focus on gut-friendly, grounding meals
Your gut is a major hub for immunity and stress regulation. Think warm, slow-cooked meals, bone broth, fibre-rich veggies, quality proteins and gentle spices to nourish your microbiome and reduce digestive stress.
5. Prioritise magnesium for stress & sleep
Magnesium supports cortisol balance, nervous system regulation and restful sleep - all essential for immune resilience. Take it daily to support recovery and deep rest (we love Magnesi-zen.)
6. Protect your peace: work/life balance matters
Chronic stress can weaken immunity, disrupt digestion and steal your sleep. Set healthy boundaries, prioritise connection with loved ones, and make space to actually unplug. You’ll feel better for it and so will your immune system.
7. Embrace natural circadian rhythms
Swapping evening screen time for watching the sunset might sound simple, but it’s a powerful way to reset your internal clock. It's also the OG red light therapy! Your circadian rhythm influences sleep, immunity and hunger hormones, so getting it right pays off big.
These rituals aren’t about perfection, just tuning in and giving your body the steady support it needs through a seasonal change like this one. Start with one or two that feel doable and build from there.
If you’re looking for grab and go support for stress, sleep or immunity this season, try a Mixed Box with my favourite Autumn picks. Taken throughout the week, this collection is loaded with ingredients that fine tune your stress and immunity game.
AUTUMN MIXED BOX PICKS:
The New Yorker and the Bronx (for adaptogen rich support)
The High Line and Greene Spice (full of turmeric and ginger to bust inflammation)
Loads of greens like Pure Celery, Park Avenue and Greene Street Classic (for a micronutrient dose, daily)
Gut loving Bone Broth (for that gut/immune support)
Enjoy and stay well this season,
Jen xoxo