Keeping healthy this winter season

Tips to prevent the flu

Winter, as they say, is coming. And alongside warm PJs, hot chocolate and new boot purchases, comes the flu.

There are many reasons to love this cold, yet comforting season - but flu isn’t one of them. However, if you follow these tips on how to stay healthy, and understand the benefit of a strong immune system, there’s no reason not to embrace the upcoming weather.

How to stay healthy:

Keeping yourself healthy has never been more important than it is today. Here are some ways to stay well and prevent yourself from falling ill.

Wash your hands and don’t touch your face: It seems like this is a message that has been drummed into us so much, that it’s become a mantra in our heads. That’s because this is the most effective way to prevent germs from getting into your body.

Get enough sleep: When you’re tired your body can’t fight as hard, which is why we’re suggesting you turn off the series and get some serious zzz’s.

Get a flu shot: That’s it. Get the shot.

Flu tips:

If you do happen to catch the flu, fret not, for here are some super helpful tips to help you recover quickly and easily so you can get back to doing the things you love most:

Stay home and get lots of rest: Call in sick (since you are, and the flu is contagious), and take some time out curled up with a good book or movie, while your body recovers.

Drink liquids: Any liquids count. This helps to keep your respiratory system hydrated turning the thick mucus into liquid, so you can cough it out and get better.

Take medication: Treat your cough or fever with some over-the-counter medication to get rid of those aches and pains.

Use steam: Be it a humidifier or merely sitting in your bathroom with the hot shower running, steam helps to ease congestion.

It’s imperative to strengthen your immune system to prevent you from getting sick, and the good news is that doing so, is simpler than you think:

Eating well, regular exercise, abstaining from cigarettes and maintaining a healthy weight give your body an even better chance of fighting off the flu.

Stay healthy this winter season - because those new leather boots aren’t going to buy themselves.

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