10 tips to stay healthy this flu season
- Wash your hands- make sure to wash your hands after going to the bathroom, coughing, sneezing and being around sick people to prevent the spread of germs.
- Stay hydrated- Drinking extra water prevents dehydration, a symptom of the flu.
- Use hand sanitizer- if soap and water isn’t available, make sure you are using an alcohol-based hand rub.
- Exercise regularly- it can stimulate the immune system and promote healthy sleep, and sweating removes the toxins from your body.
- Get lots of sleep- People who get less than seven hours of sleep each night are three times more likely to catch colds than those who get at least eight hours.
- Stay away from other people who are sick- reduce your chance of getting sick by staying away from people who have a contagious disease.
- Drink hot tea with honey- the steam stimulates the hair follicles in your nose to remove germs quicker, lemon mucus and honey is antibacterial, and honey is known to soothe a sore throat.
- Eat lots of protein- research shows that low protein can deplete the immune system
- Stay home if you get sick- doing this will reduce the spread of the flu
      10.) Get vaccinated- the best way to reduce the flu
