Fight that Cold
16 December 2009 
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No Comment It is winter season! I love the snow, but hate that runny nose, stuffy head, sore throat feeling. So read up, and follow these simple tips to bash colds!
Eat These:
Whole Grains – Loaded with zinc which helps the whole immune system
Bananas – B6 helps fight infections
Cayenne Pepper – thins mucus, thus less congestion
Sweet Potatos – make white blood cells
Garlic – blocks enzymes that lead to infections
Other helpful notes:
Drink Tea!
Protein is good. Helps boost immune system
Family Favorite — Chicken noodle soup!
Yogurt – the bacteria in yogurt can also help your immune system
Sleep – Catching Zzz’s is good for overall health
Stay Hydrated! Very important. Stick to water, tea, and even sport drinks. Lay off the coffee, soda and alcohol.
Vitamin C is also key in staying healthy
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