Friday, September 20, 2013

Personal summary



                                "Tips for staying healthy during cold and flu season" 

         Cold season tend to mimic the trends of flu season.The most common cause of cold are viruses. There are many ways to protect against exposure to cold and flu. First,vaccinations are the best way to prevent infection with this viruses. Second,wash your hands with soap and running water for at least 20 seconds. If you don't have soap and water you can use alcohol which sanitizes your hands. Also,avoid contact with other sick people,that can help you to protect from infection . If you are sick , be sure to cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze with a tissue, and refrain from touching your mouth, nose or eyes, because this can help prevent others around you from getting sick. As well, one of the best ways to reduce the spread of germs is to stay home from work, school or even errands.This will also allow your body the extra energy necessary to fight off any infection. 
There are many of natural remedies for cold and flu prevention. Some of them are ineffective such us ,VitaminD,Zinc,Echinacea,VitaminC,Goldenseal,Elderberry, and Ginseng. But some of them are effective ,like Saline nasal drops or sprays,Gargling with salt water, and Mint.
 Finally,if you are a healthy adult, your body can often fight off such infections without much assistance from medications or supplements,but if you develop a fever of greater than 100.4°F, you should visit your doctor .




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