{"id":1016,"date":"2017-12-06T10:14:10","date_gmt":"2017-12-06T10:14:10","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2017-12-06T10:14:10","modified_gmt":"2017-12-06T10:14:10","slug":"heres-how-to-survive-flu-when-youre-surrounded-by-sick-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/riyadh\/en\/lifestyle\/health\/heres-how-to-survive-flu-when-youre-surrounded-by-sick-people\/","title":{"rendered":"Here’s How To Survive Flu When You’re Surrounded By Sick People"},"content":{"rendered":"

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After two long weeks of strep throat and a nasty tummy bug, I can officially say that I am cured and back to my full health.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Harder, better, faster, stronger.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

But unfortunately I cannot say the same for my coworkers nor for my housemates who are absolutely riddled with germs.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Protect yourselves and power through this difficult season with these tips.\u00a0<\/p>\n

1. Dose up<\/h3>\n

Effervescent vitamin C and echinacea save lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n

And if you want to steer clear of the flu then you should really be drinking these EVERY single morning.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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2. Fluids, fluids and more fluids<\/h3>\n

Staying hydrated is key to avoiding illness.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Hot water with lemon and honey or a splash of orange juice\u00a0is also a\u00a0miracle worker.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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3. Avoid dairy<\/h3>\n

\nIt’s well known that dairy increases mucus production \u2013 especially as you get older \u2013 and if your tummy if feeling upset at all then it will only make matters once.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Fatty foods increase inflammation and and lower the immune system. So if you’re dreaming about a burger for dinner, think again.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Eat light, and eat healthy. Your body will thank you.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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4. Sleep<\/h3>\n

As much as you possibly can, wherever you can.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Try to get AT LEAST eight hours sleep and if you can fit a nap in, even if it’s just on the weekends, you really should. If you feel a flu coming on, avoid overexerting as soon as possible yourself so that your body has the time to mend itself.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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5. Take a hot shower or bath<\/h3>\n

It’s all about that steam. Essential for clearing the head and all congestion in the nose and throat.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Vicks Vaporub should also become your best friend. Rub it on your chest and glands before bed, or mix some with hot water and steam your head.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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