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Be Aware: The Biggest Flu Week of the Year

Most of us are in the midst of winter. The air is cold, the temperatures are low and you find yourself desiring heat every second of the day. This also means that most of the time you’re cooped up indoors where it’s warm and germs tend to circulate the most. Based on research from last year, the prime time for flu season was between January 6- January 12, so make sure you stock up on your Dayquil before it’s too late!

Besides getting the flu shot, there are numerous ways to prevent yourself from getting sick, especially from consuming proper foods! Did you know that sweet potatoes are a rich source of vitamin A, which fight free radicals that could potentially damage your immune system? And did you also know that fish is a great source of selenium that protects your cells from free radical damage as well? Here’s a list of flu-fighting foods to keep in mind:

 

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  1. Pumpkin Seeds: filled with zinc to help white blood cells fight off illness
  2. Mushrooms: filled with beta glucans which help the body fight infection
  3. Green Tea: filled with amazing antioxidants for your immune system
  4. Yogurt: filled with probiotics to help support a healthy immune system

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