Foremost is keep drinking plenty of fluids, I always add lemon, lime or orange slices in my water for an extra Vitamin C burst.
Next is get plenty of rest, keep your body at low stress during cold and flu season and a good night's sleep keeps your stress level low. I also recommend power naps during your lunch break, 15-20 minutes in the middle of your day really helps! (I like to find some sunshine to catch some rays with my zz's)
Also remember to power up! Eat a healthy breakfast in the morning, cut your sugar intake and definitely cut the sodas at lunch. Load up on the veggies at dinner, this time of year is a great time for root vegetables, sweet potatoes and turnips are my favorites.
Last is to take time to listen to your body. If you feel a cold coming on, along with everything above, I really am a believer in hot lemon juice with either agave or honey. To me it is the go to comfort food (drink) along with herbal teas. I also recommend probiotics, they are great in keeping your insides healthy, and if you have read that the more expensive ones are better, you have heard right. I have found it does make a difference, not that I suggest you buy one brand over another, buy what you can afford, but check your labels and ask your doctor, ruse practioner or pharmacy what they recommend.
Stay healthy!
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