Cold and flu season is officially here with the worst of it starting in the next month or so. We may blame it on exposure to germs as we spend more time indoors, but the cold virus is out there all year round. It is likely people are more susceptible during the holiday season due to lack of sleep, which leaves the immune system unable to function properly as it is under stress.
Stress can mean many things, and in this case, it is the stress of being subluxated or spinal misalignment. The body’s ability to defend itself is essential to avoiding a cold and other illness. So how can you prepare your immune system to do that?
Change Your Diet
To promote a healthy immune system, incorporate more veggies and fruits in your diet and cut back on sugary foods. Antioxidant and vitamin-rich foods are what better prepare your body for the fight against illness.
Increase Activity
A sedentary lifestyle is no way to strengthen your immune system. Sure, staying on your couch all day will keep you away from those that may be sick, but you’ll have to get groceries at some point! Staying active gives your immune system a boost and helps keep you healthier overall.
Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated has plenty of health benefits. One of them is that water helps flush toxins out of the body. Make a goal to drink half your body weight in ounces each day. So, if you weigh 180 pounds, try to consume 90 ounces of water per day.
Rest Up
Just as adequate activity is important for your health, proper rest is, too. Restorative sleep is key to your immune system functioning at its best. To reduce the risk of getting sick, make sure you are getting enough restful sleep each night.
Get Adjusted at Preferred Chiropractic
Chiropractors are often understood as doctors for neck and back pain. This is true, but regular chiropractic care does so much more! Regular chiropractic adjustments ensure that your nervous system is functioning optimally. Adjustments remove interferences in the nervous system so all the systems of the body can communicate efficiently and effectively.
Even when you take great care of your body, sometimes catching a cold is inevitable. In order to protect your body and prepare for when you do eventually become sick, come in to your local Midland, MI chiropractor and get adjusted. Our bodies are designed to heal themselves and with chiropractic care, you can help improve your body’s natural ability to do just that. To help protect your body against the common cold this cold and flu season, click here to request an appointment.
