February 2014
11
How to Stay
Healthy During Cold and Flu
Season
Strengthen your body’s defenses by eating well, drinking
lots of water, exercising regularly, and staying away from
people who appear sick. If you do get a bug, pamper
yourself.
Eat antioxidant-rich foods, such as whole-grain
cereals, walnuts, and artichokes, as well as foods
packed with omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon
.
The antioxidants protect the body’s tissues against stress
and inflammation and enhance immune function.
Omega-3 fatty acids promote
blood flow and the production
o f a n t i - i n f l a mm a t o r y
substances, which also boost
immune function.
Take a brisk walk every
day
. Any kind of moderate
daily exercise―such as cycling,
swimming, or working out at
the gym―can improve lung
and immune function. Physical
activity enhances the ability of
T lymphocytes (white blood
cells that attack virus and
cancer cells) to ramp up the
immune response. But don’t
push yourself too hard. Some
studies suggest that high-intensity exercise for two or
more hours at a time increases stress hormones, which
can lead to suppression of the immune system.
Stay three or more feet away from people who
are coughing or sneezing.
This will keep you outside
the immediate spray of their germs. Wash your hands
frequently and thoroughly. If you’re not near a sink
during the day or you work in a high-germ environment,
such as a school, carry an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
with you.
As you’ve been told millions of times, drink lots
of water, don’t skimp on sleep, and get a flu shot.
The tried-and-true advice still holds. Staying well
hydrated keeps the tissues of the respiratory system
moist and helps the immune system work properly.
Sleep helps the body function at an optimum level. If you
get seven to eight hours of rest a night, you’ll be less
likely to become sick, and if you do catch something,
you’ll recover faster. October through November is the
best time to be immunized, even if you’re a healthy
adult. If you can’t stand needles, ask your doctor about
FluMist, a prescription nasal-spray vaccine that’s as
effective as a shot.
Finally, stay home from work when you first feel
ill
. It’s possible that work-related stress (not to mention
commuting) could slow your recovery.
DOGA
Join us for a tail-wagging experience of a Dog Day
Morning of Yoga with Cora at Frenchman’s Creek
Fitness & Spa Center.
Saturday, February 8
9:00 am
ACUPUNCTURE
Appointments available Monday, February 3rd
For your convenience, Jupiter Medical Centers'
Holistic Physician will be onsite at the Fitness & Spa
Center to address the primary concerns of our
residents:
Warm, swollen or tender joints
Joint stiffness, especially in the morning
Fatigue
Flu-like symptoms such as fever
Muscle pain and weakness
Headaches and or Migraines
Neck, Hip, Back and Knee Pain
Sports oriented shoulder pain
Tennis elbow
Dr. Grey is a National Diplomate of Acupuncture with
additional certification in Natural Homeopathic
Injection Therapy offering immediate pain relief in
most cases without side effects or medication
interaction.
Call and schedule your appointment today. Space is
limited. 561.746.7300.
TRUNK SHOW
Enjoy an extraordinary February by shopping chic
fashions at the Frenchman’s Creek Fitness & Spa
Center. You will find beautiful clothing, accessories
and handbags.
Monday, February 3
8am—12:30pm
Bonnie Rosenman Boutique Clothing &
Van Galz Jewelry
Monday, February 17
8am—12:30pm
Jenny’s Jewels & Bonnie Loft Handbags
