5 Ways To Avoid The Flu This Season
by Sasha Meyer
When temperatures start dipping, the likelihood of you catching the flu increases. You are indoors more often and can easily catch germs from other people. However, if you change some of your lifestyle habits and make an effort to stay healthy, you can minimize your chances of getting sick. Here are five effective ways to avoid the flu this season:
Wash Your Hands Frequently and Thoroughly
Washing your hands sounds simple enough, but many people do not do it often or thoroughly enough. During flu season, it is very important to wash your hands more frequently than normal, especially if you come close to sick people. Spend at least 30 seconds lathering soap all over your hands before your wash it off. It's also a good idea to have hand sanitizer with you in case you can't get to a bathroom.
Stop Biting Your Nails
Biting your nails will not just affect the appearance of your hands; it can also increase your chances of getting sick. When you nibble on your nails, you invite germs to enter your mouth and make you ill. To stay healthy this season, make an effort to quit this habit.
Eat Immune Boosting Foods
Your diet plays a major role in keeping you healthy during flu season. Foods that are filled with certain vitamins and nutrients can help you fight off the flu and other viruses. Try to include mushrooms, garlic, oranges, oats, and yogurt in your diet.
Get a Flu Shot
Even if you are religious about washing your hands and stay away from sick people, it is still possible to catch the flu. To considerably lower your risk of getting infected, schedule an appointment to get a flu shot. It is possible to get a mild reaction from a flu shot, like muscle pain or a headache, but they normally do not last more than a couple of days.
Keep Your Cubicle Germ Free
Chances are that you do not clean your cubicle at work as often as you need to. However, disinfecting your desk frequently is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick. After you get done eating lunch at your desk, remember to clean your workstation with disinfectant wipes.
It is possible to get through this season without getting sick. If you follow these helpful tips, you can dramatically reduce your risk of catching the flu and feel healthier.
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It wasn't until three of my close family members were diagnosed with cancer that I started taking my personal health seriously. Between the heart problems, the diabetes and now the cancer that runs strong in my family, I know that I don't have much of a future to look forward to unless I start taking care of myself today. How do you do your best to stay healthy? What kind of diet should you follow? How much exercise do you really need? How often should you see a doctor? This blog will help you find the answers to these and many more questions about your health.