10 Simple Things You Can Do To Prevent A Cold Before It Begins

A sneeze, a sniffle, a tickling sensation in your throat. All of these signals can mean only one thing – you’re about to get a cold! A cold is one of the most minor illnesses, but one of the most annoying ones! With flu season around the corner, here are some simple things you can do to avoid getting a cold.

1. Wash your hands often.



Everything from your cell phone and keyboard to the elevator buttons and doorknobs are all loaded with germs. Your immune system expends a lot of energy in fighting these germs, but you can make its job a little easier by washing your hands often to reduce the number of germs it has to deal with.

3. Avoid people who are sick.



If your child or spouse is sick, you probably won’t be able to avoid them. But if your colleague or friend is sick, try to stay as far away from them as possible – without being rude, obviously!

5. Cuddle up.



Research shows that hugging and cuddling can boost your immunity considerably, making you a lot less likely to fall sick. Even a massage will work just as well!