This the season for germs to circulate and for sneezing, coughing and achiness to sideline us from our everyday tasks. While we can’t exactly walk around wearing a Hazmat suit, we can boost our immune system with natural and effective chiropractic care.
Give Your Nervous System a Tune-Up
As you probably know, your central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord, controls everything in your body. That’s why it’s vital to ensure that it stays healthy through regular chiropractic adjustments, which tune up the system.
Fend Off Those Invading Bugs
Whether it’s your children who cough near you and forget to cover their mouths or a co-worker who sneezes near your cubicle, you likely get the sick feeling that you’ll start feeling sick. If your immune system is functioning at its peak, however, you may avoid getting sick. If you do manage to catch a cold or come down with the flu, you likely won’t be under the weather as long. Chiropractic can keep you from heading toward a downward spiral once you’re exposed to a cold or flu virus.
The Importance of Hand-Washing
In addition to chiropractic care, one of the most effective things you can do to stay healthy during cold and flu season is to wash your hands. Using soap and water, wash your hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds. You can also carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer with you to use when you’re out.
The Value of Good Sleep, Diet and Exercise
Your wellness arsenal should also include getting quality sleep each night (aim for eight hours), eating a plant-based diet (and reducing or eliminating sugar consumption) and exercising for at least 30 minutes a day.