People sometimes equate cold with the flu (influenza). Although the symptoms are almost similar, but milder than the flu colds are caused by influenza viruses. While the flu is usually more severe symptoms and severe ranging from fever, chills, headache, body aches, dry cough and extreme fatigue.
Fun ways that can make people avoid the flu as reported Men'shealth, Thursday (10/20/2011):
1.Eating Mushrooms
White button mushrooms contain a powerful antiviral proteins that can strengthen the immune system, according to research at the Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University. Sliced mushrooms in a green salad seems good, but more delicious when served with pizza.
2.Drinking Alcohol
Avoid the crowds, but do not be afraid to drink a few sips of beer, for consumption of alcohol in the stage of being able to help prevent colds. In one study, no smoking and drinking alcohol up to four cups a day will reduce the chances of catching colds than not consume alcohol. The reason is that alcohol may limit the replication of influenza virus or anti-inflammatory effects which can suppress the production of mucus.
3.Sports and Mingle
"Regular exercise can strengthen the immune system against colds because the body will stimulate the movement of certain immune cells," says David Nieman, DHSc, professor of health and exercise science at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC.
In a study comparing adults who just spent the time to sit with adults who are quite active (who exercise 45 minutes walking briskly five days a week), researchers found that the risk of catching colds pedestrian two times smaller than those who rarely walk .
A study in the Journal of the American Medical Association showed that people who have diverse social networks were attacked by fewer colds than people who are closed and socially isolated.
4.Eat Chili and Nuts
Eat beans and chili is a delicious way to the body gets hot after a walk in the winter and can help prevent colds if made with the right material.
Chillies contain ingredients immune system booster. All vegetables can strengthen the immune system, but the tomato is the most powerful. Tomatoes contain potassium and vitamins A and C. Tofu and beans contain isoflavones to boost immunity, and hot sauce will loosen the nose to avoid congestion.
