7 health hacks to follow to survive cold and flu season

Now that’s cold Flu season We’ve officially launched, we’re ready, and we’re stocking up on our tried-and-true health tricks to do everything we can to prevent ourselves from… He gets sick. Although unfortunately there are no magic cures to prevent the disease, we hope that the following tips will provide us with information Immune systems batch. And if you do end up getting sick, these tricks can also help relieve any unwanted symptoms.

Especially as we enter Holiday seasonWith travel to visit loved ones and festive gatherings, these are the health tricks we’ll use to stave off illness.

1. Comforting broth

“I know a lot of people who resort to… Bone broth When they don’t feel healthy because of its nutritional benefits and warm temperature. However, as a vegan for 20 years, I thought I was excluded from giving this a try until Brodo offered to send me a vegan Mushroom broth. I’ve been using it for the past few weeks when my allergies and sinuses have been causing discomfort, and I have to say it’s delicious and comforting. It’s also great when you want a more flavorful, non-tea hot beverage.

It comes ready to use in a pouch that you simply pour into your mug, microwave for 60 to 90 seconds and eat. (After all, no one wants to get up to make their own broth when they’re feeling bad.) My partner has also been using it as a quick base for soup.” —Anna Gragert, Wellness Editor

2. Zinc

“During cold and flu season, I try to eat… Zinc Regularly for some time Studies show that it may relieve colds A day or two. This argument is still debated, but I have found that when I take it, I stay healthy during cold and flu season. I also focus on maintaining a diet rich in antioxidants Support my immune systemso it could be a combination of things.” —Giselle Castro Sloboda, health writer

3. Turmeric

“I love turmeric lattes and tea when I’m not feeling well. It’s said that turmeric, known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, can It benefits those who deal with allergies and infections. It is also connected Relieve anxietyThis is what I feel especially when I am sick. Regardless, they are known to be hot drinks Alleviating the symptoms of influenza and coldsAnd I definitely feel these benefits with my favorite turmeric drinks.

Although I’ve tried making my own turmeric latte, I prefer the taste Golden latte From Clevr Blends, which includes probiotics, mushrooms, and adaptogens. For a cheaper option, I also like it Yogi Tea Honey Turmeric Vitality Tea With a little honey added (and sometimes lemon). Note that both drinks contain black pepper, which may increase the body’s ability to absorb curcumin, a beneficial turmeric compound. —Anna Gragert, Wellness Editor

4. Elderberry

“Although more research is needed to fully understand Effects of elderberry in treating or preventing colds Or the flu, that is extension Which you can always find in my medicine cabinet. I take it daily and have found that I feel less sick than when I didn’t take it. I’ve tried it in all its forms – gummies, syrups, tablets and capsules. The gummies are definitely tastier, but they often come with a lot of added sugar, so I just stick to the capsules. This, along with good sleep, exercise, and washing your hands frequently, are my favorite things to do during cold and flu season.” — Nasha Adaric Martinez, Managing Editor

5. Focus on throat care with tea, honey, etc

“If I get a cold, I like to brew Fresh ginger tea And add honey to it. For sore throat and itching, I Gargle with salt and warm waterbut I also cover my throat with A mixture of warm honey And lemon juice (some people also use lemon). It is like a homemade medicinal syrup that tastes good and soothes the throat at the same time. —Giselle Castro Sloboda, wellness writer

6. Vaporub

“In case of congestion and cough, I rely on Fix VapoRub And rub some of it on my chest (notice you You should not put it in or around your nose). It is a temporary remedy that helps clear your sinuses quickly. Now that I am dealing with a young child, I have found that steam baths help with a stuffy nose, followed by clearing it with Nasal aspirator-Giselle Castro Sloboda, wellness writer

7. Steam

“Whenever I get sick, it creates upper respiratory congestion. To help clear my sinuses and make blowing my nose easier, my go-to steam bath has been my go-to steam bath ever since.” Steam inhalation has been shown to relieve cold symptoms. To avoid burning my skin with hot water, I often let the shower head escape my body for a few minutes while I take a deep breath to inhale the steam. —Anna Gragert, Wellness Editor