Autumn is just coming and a cold seems to be unavoidable again because of the cold temperatures. The cold, combined with Coughing, sore throat, hoarseness and sniffles are among the most common infectious diseases and occur several times a year.
Here are 7 tips for you on how to effectively prevent a cold:
High humidity
Especially in autumn and winter, the regular ventilation of rooms is often neglected. But the dry air ensures that the airways and mucous membranes dry out and become more susceptible to pathogens.
Wash your hands
Cold viruses on our hands are almost inevitable. They can be found, for example, on door handles, light switches and any other objects. By washing your hands regularly, some viruses can easily be rinsed off.
Warm Dress
Especially at the beginning of the cold seasons, temperatures should not be underestimated. The cold doesn’t cause a cold, but lets our immune system go down and favours an infection.
Sufficient recovery
A lack of sleep weakens the immune system, which significantly increases the susceptibility to infection. In addition, sufficient recovery promotes our concentration and performance.
Do sport
Anyone who does a lot of sport not only builds muscles, but also strengthens the immune system. A strong immune system can defend itself much better against the pathogens.
Healthy nutrition
A balanced and healthy nutrition with lots of fruit and vegetables strengthens our immune system and influences our general well-being at the same time.
Avoiding alcohol and smoking
Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption weaken our immune system and our disease fighters.
So there are many simple ways to protect yourself from a cold. Should a cold occur despite the above mentioned tips, a strong immune system helps to overcome it as soon as possible.
