Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Help prevent colds and flu with food

Cold and flu season is in full force. A good way to prevent catching anything is to get an acupuncture treatment at the first hint of symptoms, (sore throat, body aches, chills and fever). There are also foods you can incorporate into your diet that will assist in keeping your immune system strong.

These include:

basil                      ginger
black pepper         leeks
caraway                mustard leaf
cayenne                onion
cinnamon             peppermint
coriander              rosemary
garlic                    sage
scallions

It is also a good idea to reduce or omit foods that cause congestion. The biggest offenders are dairy, wheat, sugar, and anything with saturated fat.

Stay healthy this season! With a good diet and steady acupuncture, your body's defenses will be strong. 

1 comment:

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