If you are familiar with the weather bug you know the symptoms, sore throat, stuffy nose, sneezing, headaches, and either being too cold or hot. It is that time of year when the weather can be 70 one day and 30 the next, literally. With that type of change in temperature and environment the human body suffers tremendously. Some people have stronger immune systems than others, but regardless a chance of getting sick is still likely. To fight the cold weather bug and sinus infection here are a couple of tips.
1. Stay hydrated!!!
This an important step in any sickness and overall tip to staying healthy in general. Keep your body in tip top shape by keeping it fueled with water.
2. Stay bundled up
In the slightest bit of air or cold front wear a jacket. You may think you don't need on if it is only chilly but if it was 70 yesterday and maybe 50 today your body needs warmth and does not need to be exposed to cold wind and chills.
3. Eat healthy and exercise
To have a strong immune system that can fight off nasty colds you must have a body that is fueled with the right vitamins and minerals. Not only is eating healthy important for a strong body but exercising is too. Healthy lifestyle, healthy body!
4. Isolate your germs
If you have to cough or sneeze please use a tissue or the inside of your elbow to prevent the spread of your germs, others don't need to surfer for your carelessness. And if others do not follow this tip, help them out by using hand sanitizer to keep yourself safe.
5. Medication
And if all else fails and you're caught by the cold weather bug, visit your doctor for treatment!