Contact Us FAQs Eat Well Blog Tips for Prevention of Cold & Flu By: Jacqueline Gomes, RDN, MBA Cold and flu season has arrived; staying as healthy as you can, can support a stronger immune system. There are no known cures for colds and flu, so prevention is key. Wash Your Hands Often: Most cold and flu viruses are spread by direct contact. Wash your hands often and/or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Drink Plenty of Fluids: Water keeps the tissues of the respiratory system moist and helps the immune system function properly. Do Aerobic Exercise Regularly: Moderate exercise – 30 to 90 minutes most days of the week increases immune function and reduces your chances of catching a cold. Control Stress: People who are experiencing emotional stress have weakened immune systems and are more likely to catch a cold than their calmer counterparts. Strengthen your immune system with the right foods Some studies have shown that eating a daily cup of low-fat yogurt can reduce your susceptibility to colds by 25 percent. Phytochemical are natural chemical found in plants that give the vitamins in food a supercharged boost. Eat dark green, red, and yellow vegetables and fruits. 100% orange juice like Florida’s Natural provides a good source of potassium for a healthy blood pressure, folic acid and an excellent source of antioxidant Vitamin C, which has been shown to help support a healthy immune system. Eat Soup! Studies have shown that chicken soup specifically can thin mucus secretions. The vegetables in soup will give a healthy does of antioxidants to support a healthy immune system and the noodles will give you much needed energy from carbohydrate. A convenient option is Health Valley Organic Chicken soup. Orange-ade Immune Booster Start your day with immune boosting vitamin C and turmeric! Turmeric is a spice that has been studied for its potential benefits in reducing inflammation and disease. Prep: 5 minutes Makes: 3 servings Ingredients: 5 cups of Florida’s Natural orange juice 1-inch fresh ginger, peeled 1-inch fresh turmeric, peeled (See NOTE) ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder 1/3 cup of honey, more or less to taste ½ whole fresh lemon, juiced (optional, but recommended) Directions: Pour all ingredients into a pitcher. Chill and serve. Recipe note: if unable to find Fresh Turmeric, increase ground turmeric to 1 teaspoon. Recipe: FloridasNatural.com Top 5 Articles: Holiday Baking Swaps Tips for Prevention of Cold & Flu Post-Thanksgiving Detox A Bountiful Thanksgiving Build a Better Snack Board View Archives Follow Foodtown Supermarkets’s board Easy to Live Well on Pinterest. For 66 years, the Foodtown banner has proudly served the communities of New Jersey, New York, Connecticut and Pennsylvania. Our mission is to be the best grocery retailer in our market by: Delivering the FRESHEST quality products Providing the FRIENDLIEST service Quick Links Store Locator Privacy Policy Terms of Use Contact Us Careers FAQ Mobile App Connect With Us © 2021 Foodtown