Stay Healthy Through Good Diet and Exercise

One of the most important things you can do to avoid getting sick - and not just from
cold and flu, but anything else out there that’s contagious - is keep your body as strong
and healthy as possible. One of the best ways to do that is to eat a healthy diet and get
some sort of daily exercise. Here’s what that may look like.

Tips for Eating Healthy

Improving your diet to eat healthier can seem like a challenge. There’s a lot you can do.
The key is to start and make small improvements as you go along. A great place to start
is by cutting out sugar and processed foods. Replace them with whole foods options
where you can. Have an apple instead of a candy bar when you need a snack. Fix
some scrambled eggs instead of pouring a bowl of sugary cereal in the morning. Skip
the fast-food burger and fix a salad to take to lunch. You get the idea.

From there, I would encourage you to add more fresh fruits and vegetables. Try
something new. A new piece of produce, a new healthy recipe, a new way to cook your
favorite foods in a healthier way. Experiment and don't be surprised if your tastes
change over time. A baked sweet potato will start to taste better while soggy burgers will
start to lose their appeal.

Simple Ways to Sneak More Exercise into Your Day

The key to regular exercise is to create a few habits. An easy way to start is to
incorporate a brisk daily walk. Something as simple as a stroll after dinner or first thing
in the morning can contribute to a healthy body. Another option many find helpful is to
wear a pedometer or fitness tracker. Monitor your daily step count for a few days and
then start to increase it until you get to the recommended 10,000 steps - or challenge
yourself to do even more.

Keep your bones strong and improve your overall fitness by adding some simple
weightlifting routines. You don’t need any fancy equipment. Use your body weight for
resistance and grab some cans to use as weights. Of course, if you’re feeling motivated,
you may also choose to join a gym or hire a personal trainer to help you get into a good
workout routine.

Between the healthy food you’re eating and the exercise you’re getting, you’ll start to
feel better, get stronger, and become healthier. As a result, your immune system will be
in a better position to protect you from whatever cold and flu season sends your way.

"One of the most important things you can do to avoid getting sick - and not just from cold and flu, but anything else out there that’s contagious - is keep your body as strong and healthy as possible. "