Adara's Top 5 Flu Prevention Tips

Submitted by adara on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 15:45

Prevention! This infection spreads easily, even with good hygiene. So the best bet is always prevention. Preventive programs should be started in advance of flu season. The key is to prep your immune system and have natural recovery aids in case an infection strikes. This year, be prepared and know how to deal with the bug when it comes knocking on your door. There are safe, effective and natural ways to make flu season a not-so-scary time of year.

Adara’s Top 5 Flu Prevention Tips:

  1. Better than good hygiene - Clean your hands often with warm water and soap, cover coughs and sneezes with your arm and avoid hand to face/mouth contact.
  2. Eat well - Eating nutritious foods that are packed with antioxidants and immune enhancers will build resistance to infection (quick picks: garlic, turmeric, berries & chicken soup).
  3. Natural anti-virals - Take a good combo of natural anti-virals regularly at preventive doses. Plus, have them ready at home so you can take it therapeutically at first sign of an infection. Ask your naturopathic doctor what anti-virals are best for you and at what doses you should be taking them. FYI – Adara has a custom formulated Flu-Complex that our patients swear by! It contains powerhouse anti-virals/anti-flu supplements such as olive leaf extract and NAC, that have been proven to decrease recovery time and severity of symptoms.
  4. De-stress - Stress is a massive immune suppressor. Take time every day to laugh, unwind, drink tea and breathe.
  5. Restful sleep, every night - Ensure you get enough sleep every night. This will rejuvenate and strengthen your immune response to potential invaders.

Following these preventive tips will prepare your immune system for this year’s upcoming flu season. Prevention is truly the best medicine. 

While on the topic of infections and antimicrobials, check back soon for our upcoming blog entry which discusses probiotics and exactly how they help improve your health!

Happy, healthy Tuesday!

 

Dr. Sindy Shin, BSc, ND

Naturopathic Doctor