Before the winter season, many are worried about the problems they face because of colds and their symptoms such as colds, colds, fever and sore throat, which mostly affect their daily lives and activities.
But there are a few simple measures that make you less likely to catch a cold:
1 - Hand washing regularly: Common cold caused by viruses transmitted by contact with contaminated surfaces such as door handles and handles metro, for example, it is always advisable to wash the hand regularly and not to touch the eye, mouth or nose during the spread of colds.
2 - Exercise : Exercise, especially in the open air in any weather is an ideal treatment for the body. However, after a cold slip, it is important to know that the body needs rest.
3 - non-stress: Stress and stress can weaken the immune system significantly, so be careful to relax and rest.
4 - Good sleep: Good sleep is important to maintain the health of the body and resistance to diseases and viruses.
5. Good nutrition : A balanced diet works to strengthen the immune system and makes it less susceptible to diseases.
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For his part, Dr. Hans-Michael Molnfeld warned that failure to treat colds well may lead to serious complications are myocarditis, pneumonia, sinusitis, otitis media and bronchitis.
The general practitioner explained that the common cold usually lasts for one to two weeks, stressing the need to consult a doctor if it lasts longer, especially if it is accompanied by symptoms such as shortness of breath when climbing stairs and loss of sound and hearing deterioration .
In order to avoid these serious complications should be committed to complete comfort while strengthening the body's immunity by supplying it with an adequate amount of vitamin C between 95 and 155 milligrams per day, note that the food sources of vitamin C are acidic fruits such as oranges, tangerines, apples and sweet peppers.
To prevent a common cold, Molenfeld advises you to wash your hands thoroughly with soap regularly for 20 to 30 seconds, taking into account the washing of the spaces between your fingers, as well as wearing warm clothes.