Doctor names 4 things that help recover after flu
The doctor told how to restore the body after the flu (photo: Freepik)
The flu strikes at all systems of the human body. The human immune system is too weak after a long fight against the disease. Therefore, after recovery, you should follow 4 things to restore your body, reports Huffpost.
Protect your body from viruses
Infectious disease specialist Dawn Nolt said that just because you've had the flu doesn't mean you're completely protected from getting it again.
After recovering from the flu, many other respiratory germs appear, so it is worth washing your hands thoroughly. Outbreaks of norovirus and pertussis are now on the rise. Therefore, good hand hygiene can protect you.
To protect yourself from other diseases, try not to touch your nose, eyes, or mouth without washing your hands first. Also, if someone is coughing near you, take a few steps back to avoid getting infected.
Flu Shots
The flu shot is one of the most important ways to protect yourself from the disease. This will give you a much better chance of having a mild illness.
Vaccination is the most reliable method of preventing influenza and preventing severe complications of the disease. A single vaccination protects against the most common and dangerous strains of influenza throughout the flu season.
A complete rest
During and after the flu, the body needs rest. You need to give yourself time to fully recover.
To boost immunity, you should engage in light exercise and take regular walks in the fresh air. It should be noted that you can engage in moderate physical activity only on the 4th-5th day after the temperature drops.
Healthy eating
In order for the body to regain strength, you need to change your diet. In the daily menu, the main place should be given to healthy and lean poultry, as well as lean fish. It is advisable to cook dishes without using a lot of oil.
As side dishes for meat, you should choose healthy cereals. The most suitable are buckwheat, lentils, and beans. These foods contain a high level of protein, which has a positive effect on the restoration of immunity.
Be sure to drink plenty of fluids to hydrate your respiratory system and help turn unpleasant thick mucus into liquid fluid that can be coughed up and spit out.
Earlier we reported about 9 foods to help fight a cold or flu.
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