Follow our tips to pass between germs this winter. With the arrival of cold , your immune system is your best ally in the fight against colds, flu and other throat infections . Cold, but also a negative state of mind , or even a depression, affect the proper functioning of the body.
A balanced diet
Adopt a healthy, varied and balanced diet is essential to maintain the immune system . During the winter season , the choice of fruits and vegetables is limited, but it is still possible to eat well . According to Marie -Laure Alby , GP, " there is always winter vegetables , such as carrots, leeks, potatoes , cabbage ." So do not hesitate to consume vegetable soups : they not only warm but also they do not make us take a gram.
Side fruit , oranges, clementines , grapes, pears, apples and kiwi are also available in winter. To warm up and refuel vitamins, it is advisable to go to the market and prepare meals from fresh ingredients instead of consuming ready-made preparations . " At the market, or in some supermarkets may have find fruit and vegetable quality . Example I suggest to prepare soups yourself , it takes some time and it is better for your health ," advises Marie- Laure Alby . She adds: " I ??always advise my patients to prepare their meals themselves , choosing the least processed products possible ."
sleep well
To feel good , you must get enough sleep. We must listen to his body, and " avoid , and I say this especially for young people, partying every night and never recover," says Marie -Laure Alby .
It is important to have regular sleep schedules . Lie down every night at the same time and avoid to the maximum to sleep on Sunday . This is the best way of staying up late at night and start the week already being shifted .
Before going to bed , prepare a cup of tea with lemon verbena or a bowl of warm milk with honey, they are very effective recipes for sleep.
Cover enough
During the cold season , we tend to cover and uncover very often. According to Marie -Laure Alby , " it is very important to always dress warmly enough , and well cover the neck ." Further action , she said, " it is not good to overheat the rooms in which we spend time , especially at work ."
In a house , the ideal temperature is set at 19 ° C. In the bedrooms, 18 ° C is sufficient for a lower temperature promotes restful sleep.
Observe the rules of hygiene
To avoid catching a virus , it should regularly wash their hands before eating, after changing a child, after going to the toilet, and after taking public transport . To protect others , it is advisable to sneeze into a tissue , throw it in the garbage . Marie- Laure Alby , "we must be disciplined and vigilant especially when you're sick yourself or a loved is." She adds: " This is of course not only valid for the flu season ."
Exercise regularly
Regular physical activity strengthens the immune system, and also has the advantage of combat stress. According to Marie- Laue Alby , " in the city, you can walk a little more and get a subway station before stopping point ." The objective is to " provide small moments to himself , getting up an hour earlier in the morning , for example ," she adds .
If you do not have time to go to the gym, you can also practice small discrete exercises with stretching even at the office .
Protect your skin
Cold attacks the skin and dries . "We need to regularly apply a moisturizer, as a gentle cream for baby ," said the doctor.
Abuse balms , sticks and creams to avoid tightness, itching and drying out . Apply moisturizer on your face morning and night.
Get vaccinated against the flu if favorable ground
Those who have weakened immune systems should be vaccinated against influenza. The vaccine is available in pharmacies since October 10 . Like every year , people aged over 65 and those with a long term illness receive an advance fee . " I encourage all concerned to get vaccinated ," said Marie -Laure Alby . She adds: " toddlers should also be vaccinated against pneumococcus, from the age of two months."...
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