{"id":416,"date":"2018-02-26T10:36:26","date_gmt":"2018-02-26T10:36:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.starimagingindia.com\/contact\/?p=416"},"modified":"2019-03-25T11:47:17","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T06:17:17","slug":"simple-and-effective-habits-to-keep-the-flu-away","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/starimagingindia.com\/Contact\/simple-and-effective-habits-to-keep-the-flu-away\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Simple, Yet Effective Habits To Keep The Flu Away"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-373183 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3595278 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1749121 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">With the temperatures going up and down, most people are coming down with the flu. So how can you beef up your immunity and avoid catching that nasty virus? Here are 7 simple habits that could seem trivial but which could be your barrier against the bug.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2056329 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2505533 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3383539 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">1) Juice up on vitamins and minerals<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1720774 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2916253 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3137407 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">One great way to keep your immunity up is by upping your intake of fruits and vegetables. These bounties of nature have great stores of vitamins and minerals which fight illness and keep you in top shape. Especially consider including garlic, turmeric, sweet potato, dark leafy greens, citrus foods, chicken soup, apples, etc. in your diet.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1355167 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-527821 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-416848 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">2) Lather, rinse, repeat<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-203687 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2337743 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4190640 kc_text_block\">\n<p><span style=\"color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">Keeping yourself and your hands germ-free is crucial when there is an infection in the air. Avoid touching your face and keep washing your hands after going to public places like banks, supermarkets, public transport etc. Pro tip? Always keep a bottle of hand sanitizer handy in case of emergencies. More importantly, wash your hand thoroughly for at least 15 seconds \u2013 that\u2019s how long it takes to sing Happy Birthday twice! If you\u2019re using sanitizer, rub it over your hands and cover all surfaces until completely dry \u2013 this should take around 20 seconds. Also remember that <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.medstarwashington.org\/2018\/02\/02\/dc-flu-hand-washing-hospital-infections\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">alcohol-based sanitizers do not kill all germs and bacteria<\/a>, so rely on good old soap and water as far as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1399408 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-936082 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1169871 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">3) An egg a day<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4339356 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3336144 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1761092 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">It\u2019s not so much an apple a day as an egg (or other sources of protein) that can help keep the doctor away. People whose diets are low in protein are more at risk from the flu. So eat those eggs and maybe add more cottage cheese, or meat, if you are a non-vegetarian. Lentils and cheese are also great sources of protein and make for healthy additions, as long as you\u2019re not lactose intolerant.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2046083 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2331797 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2922333 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">4) Your boring routine can save the day<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3830522 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-216656 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3037947 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">Perhaps most important is to maintain a healthy routine. Sleep on time, eat on time and make sure you get enough sunlight which is a great source of vitamin D and essential to boost immunity. Also, switch off all devices a few hours before going to bed so that the artificial light doesn\u2019t interrupt your natural diurnal rhythm.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-323856 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-615102 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2304230 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">5) Work up a sweat<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1578593 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-965250 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1537260 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">Exercise can bolster your immunity system by helping you sweat out toxins and flushing out bacteria from your lungs and airways. Whether it is hitting the treadmill or playing a sport, a session of sweating it out will go a long way in keeping you healthy. But remember to hydrate well afterwards and replenish the fluids you would have lost.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3304680 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2998544 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-4019759 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">6) Cover up<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2325971 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-357070 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-2573764 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">When the weather is changing, keeping covered up can be tricky. Make sure to keep warm as the winter still hasn\u2019t ended. In addition, covering your nose, eyes and mouth, especially out in public places where you may pick up an infection, is something you should keep in mind.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1101131 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1689203 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3078551 kc-title-wrap \">\n<h5 class=\"kc_title\">7) Keep calm and clean on<\/h5>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1494945 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1869856 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1054046 kc_text_block\">\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">This tip is simple but crucial. Over and above keeping your hands sanitized, make sure you clean yourself thoroughly during your bath. Be careful to brush your teeth with care, as well. In addition, make sure everything around you is clean and don\u2019t forget to sanitize your work surfaces regularly. It is especially noteworthy to ensure that your phone (which is exposed to many, many germs and infections daily) is also periodically sanitized.<\/p>\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">Follow all these 7 tips and you\u2019ll not only reduce your chances of catching the flu, but you\u2019ll also be boosting your immunity and improving your overall health.<\/p>\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\"><strong style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\">But wait &#8211; think you have the flu and not sure what to do?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 10px; color: #323232; font-family: AvenirLTStdBook;\">If you\u2019re experiencing flu symptoms including cough, cold, fever, chills, body ache, etc. it\u2019s time to pay a visit to the doctor. Your doctor may suggest medications, or if necessary, he may ask you get a blood test or an X-ray. Word of advice \u2013 Remember to get a digital x-ray from a reputed centre that uses advanced technology. Getting a right quality scan is the best option for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1323337 kc_row\">\n<div class=\"kc-row-container  kc-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-wrap-columns\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-3246229 kc_col-sm-12 kc_column kc_col-sm-12\">\n<div class=\"kc-col-container\">\n<div class=\"kc-elm kc-css-1967094 kc-call-to-action kc-cta-2 kc-is-button\">\n<div class=\"kc-cta-desc\">\n<h2>About Star Imaging<\/h2>\n<div class=\"kc-cta-text\">Star Imaging offers the world\u2019s most advanced technology, including 3T MRI scanners with ambient experience and more. 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