December is a month of festivities, colder weather, and shorter days. While twinkling lights and seasonal treats bring joy, the reduced sunlight, colder temperatures, and busy schedules can leave many feeling tired, sluggish, and struggling to maintain energy. It’s a common experience during the dark winter months, but you don’t have to accept feeling drained as inevitable. With the right support you can stay energised, focused, and ready to enjoy the season.
In this blog, we’ll explore why energy dips in December, the nutrients your body needs to combat winter fatigue, and how Barefoot Nutrition’s supplements can help you maintain vitality throughout the month and beyond.
If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to have endless energy while others struggle through the day, the answer often lies in the mitochondria, the tiny energy factories within our cells. These mitochondria rely heavily on Coenzyme Q10, or CoQ10 (more specifically, its active, highly absorbable form Ubiquinol) to create ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the molecule that fuels every biological function, from muscle contraction and hormone production to brain activity and heart function.
Without optimal levels of CoQ10, the energy equation doesn’t add up.
So, what is CoQ10 and why is it so important?
At Barefoot Nutrition, we believe that good health starts with good nourishment. Alongside whole foods, hydration, movement, and rest, smart supplementation can give your body the extra support it needs to thrive through winter. Here’s how to strengthen your defences naturally...
In today’s world of endless wellness options and overflowing supplement shelves, choosing the right supplements for your body can feel overwhelming. Do you need more vitamin D? Should you be taking magnesium? What about probiotics, collagen, or a daily greens blend?
The reality is this: there’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to your health. Your body is unique - and your supplement routine should reflect that.
You’ve probably heard the phrase “you are what you eat”, but when it comes to supplements, it might be more accurate to say, “you are what you absorb.”
If you’re spending time and money on supplements but not feeling the benefits, it might not be about what you’re taking, it could be about what’s missing – and that’s where cofactors come in.
