Holistic Prevention (1/3)

Get 6 to 8 of sleep

Exercise on a daily basis

Reduce stress or stressful situations

If you do get it, stay home and relax.

Eat colorful fruits and vegetables

Add herbs and spices

Eat fermented foods—filled with probiotics

Drink a lot of water to be hydrated

Take a daily probiotic supplement, at least 5 billion cfu

Vitamin C—1000-2000 mg per day

Vitamin D3—1000-4000 IU per day

Zinc—15 mg per day

Fish oil—omega-3 fatty acids. (Since I don’t eat fish, I use vegan butter, which has omega-3)

Avoid close contact with people who appear to be sick

Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth