Health

Ways to Protect Yourself in This Season of Sickness

Jan. 1, 2002 – Senior Softball-USA

The best ways to boost your immune system this winter, according to doctors and health specialists, are:

- Get a flu shot

- Eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day. (Also include nuts, seeds and adequate protein).

- Keep your sugar intake way down.

- Restrict alcohol consumption.

- Drink about eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day.

- Wash your hands frequently.

- Take daily multi-vitamins.

- Get at least 30 minutes of exercise most days of the week.

- Get enough restful sleep.

- Learn how to control stress. (Recommendations include brisk exercise, yoga or meditation).

- If you feel like you are coming down with something, start eating mostly fruits and vegetables, and get some rest.