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Cold and flu season is upon us and though we may avoid the worst of it thanks to social distancing, many of us are feeling stressed at the thought of fighting or avoiding another illness. You may have a few tricks up your sleeve to keep germs away, but for good measure, here are our tips to help prepare for cold and flu season.
An important aspect of keeping your health in check is your diet. Along with making generally healthy choices in terms of food, it can also be beneficial to consume more garlic and Vitamin C than usual. Garlic is thought to be a natural antifungal and antibiotic and eating more of it may give your immune system a little boost to help prevent illness. Vitamin C is well known as an immune-boosting vitamin, so add more oranges, tomatoes, and leafy greens to your diet.
This seems pretty obvious, especially considering how frequent hand washing has been emphasized so much lately. But just in case you need reminding, make sure you wash your hands before eating and after sneezing or coughing. You should also wash up after touching any commonly handled objects such as door handles or credit card machines. If hand washing isn’t possible when you need it, just keep a small bottle of hand sanitizer on you.
A chiropractic adjustment for your immune system? This one always surprises people, as many think chiropractors are only doctors for neck and back pain. The connection between chiropractic and the immune system is the central nervous system (CNS). The spine is a foundation part of the CNS and when it is in proper alignment, the body is able to work more efficiently, including the immune system. Wills Chiropractic also promotes other preventative behavior including a healthy diet and exercise. When combined with chiropractic care, these can all improve your body’s ability to fight off illness.
If you would like to take a natural approach to keep your body healthy during cold and flu season (and all year long), click here to contact your local Rochelle, IL chiropractor. Getting your spine in great health now means you will reap the benefits for the months ahead.
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