The best way to avoid infections (colds, flu, norovirus,
RSV, COVID, etc.) is to shun crowds, practice good hygiene, and keep your
immunizations up to date. Beyond that, anything you can do to boost your
immunity is a plus. Here are a few hints to help you do that:
Get plenty of vitamin C, found in citrus, kiwi,
strawberries, broccoli, tomatoes and peppers.
Eat more mushrooms. They’re rich in riboflavin and niacin –
B vitamins that help your immune system.
Load up on quercetin, a flavonoid found in onions, shallots,
fennel, red apples, grapes, berries, citrus, and leafy greens. Quercetin is an
antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties.
You’re probably vitamin D deficient right now. If you can’t
visit a warm, sunny beach, you can take a supplement or eat more fatty fish or
egg yolks.
Lower stress hormones by getting more exercise, improving
your sleep habits, and meditating. Taking an occasional mental health day also
improves physical health.
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