5 WAYS TO STAY HEALTHY AT HOME WHEN YOU HAVE THE FLU

WHAT IS THE FLU?

The influenza virus causes a respiratory illness known as the flu. Depending on the individual's condition, symptoms can last anywhere from a few days to two weeks or longer.

FLU SYMPTOMS

• Runny or stuffy nose.
• Reduce fever or chills.
• Sore throat.
• Cough.
• Tired.
• Headache.
• Muscle pain.
• Vomiting or diarrhea (usually children).

5 PREVENTION MEASURES

When you find yourself showing signs of the flu, follow these 5 home remedies for the flu. GET RID OF THE FLU AT HOME

If you have signs of the flu, let's refer to 5 ways to treat the flu at home:

1. Maintaining personal hygiene is essential:

• Wash your hands often and after coughing.
• Keep the house well ventilated and clean.
• Use a mask when going out; limit exposure to dust and other sources of infection.

2. Using physiological saline:

• Gargle with warm salt water to help clear your throat.
• Clean the nose with physiological saline.

3. Treatment of flu by sauna:

Saunas can also be used as a home remedy for colds and flu.However, you should not sauna many times a day because it will cause the body to lose water and electrolytes.

4. Foods that help treat the flu:

Proper nutrition can solve the flu, including foods such as:

• Fruits rich in vitamin C: guava, orange, tangerine, grapefruit
• Use spices with high antioxidant content: fresh ginger, garlic, scallions, and perilla. They have antibacterial and antiviral treatments for colds and flu that help patients recover.

Foods to be avoided:

• Alcoholic beverages. Coffee and tea should be limited.
• Cold drinks.

5. Use medication to treat symptoms:

Boston Pharma's PARALMAX EXTRA contains:

• Ingredients: Paracetamol 500 mg; caffeine 65 mg.

Intended use: Used to treat pain and fever caused by headaches, migraines, backaches, joint pain, and menstrual pain, as well as to relieve symptoms caused by colds, flu, and sore throat.

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The flu is a common illness for all ages. When the weather changes, a good immune system will effectively prevent colds and flu. Boston Pharma’s article is for reference only and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment.

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