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How to Prepare for Cold and Flu Season


Worried about coming down with something nasty this winter? Follow these simple steps to protect yourself and your loved ones and stay healthy this season.

“Washing your hands is the first and best defense to protect yourself from germs,” explain doctors at the Nebraska Methodist Health System. Per experts from Emory University, “getting adequate sleep, maintaining balanced nutrition, managing stress and exercising regularly will support your immune system to protect you from illness, and [if you do come down with the cold or flu] assist in a faster recovery.” “Increasing your fluid intake during the colder months prevents a dry nose and throat, loosens mucus, and helps your body circulate blood better to fight viruses,” point out the folks at the University of Nebraska Omaha.

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