Autumn diseases and ways to prevent them

Arab Weather - With the advent of autumn, the possibility of contracting several diseases increases, especially with the return of children to schools where viruses spread and the chances of their transmission increase. These diseases vary between simple and serious, and their severity may be greater for some groups. Hence the importance of prevention and taking the necessary measures to avoid them.

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Golden tips to prevent autumn diseases

1. Personal and home hygiene: Accustom yourself and your children to washing hands regularly, especially after shaking hands, and avoiding touching your face, eyes and nose. You should also avoid using personal items of infected people, such as eating and school utensils. Make sure to ventilate your home well to avoid the spread of viruses.
2. Adequate sleep: Getting enough rest, it is recommended to sleep 8 to 10 hours a day to boost the immune system. Staying away from staying up late is essential to build strong immunity.
3. Eat a healthy diet: Eating fruits and vegetables, especially those rich in vitamin C, helps prevent colds.
4. Exercise regularly: Walking or any other physical activity can boost the activity of the immune system.
5. Maintaining mental health: Avoid extreme stress, which may weaken the immune system and make the body more susceptible to disease.
6. Keeping your body warm: As temperatures drop, keeping your body warm becomes essential to prevent cold weather.
7. Get enough vitamin D: Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a weak immune system, so it is recommended to replace this vitamin in the body.
8. Drink hot drinks: Drink plenty of hot drinks, especially herbal ones such as ginger, cinnamon, anise, mint, and warm lemon, in addition to chicken soup with lemon.
9. Colors in food: Eat colorful foods such as vegetables and fruits, which contain essential nutrients that help strengthen the immune system.
10. Foods that strengthen the immune system:

• Pepper
• Broccoli
• Garlic
• Onions
• Citrus
• Ginger
• Spinach
• Almonds
• Green tea
• Kiwi

Following these tips will boost your body's immunity and reduce your chances of getting fall diseases.

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