How to ~Not~ Get Sick During Cold and Flu Season

How to ~Not~ Get Sick During Cold and Flu Season Steal these cold and flu prevention tips from the pros: Get your flu shot to start your cold and flu prevention strategy on a strong note. Stay hydrated to keep your body healthy. Wash your hands, use hand sanitizer, and use antibacterial wipes often. Use a humidifier or saline nasal gel to keep the mucus membranes in your nose moist. Have separate towels for each member of the household. Instead of supplements, build up your immunity with a healthy, well-rounded diet. Get a massage to increase immune-boosting cells and help the lymph nodes better filter out viruses and bacteria. Brush and floss teeth daily—it may keep bacteria from working their way into your lungs. Exercise for at least 20 minutes five or more days a week—it may cut your chance of catching a cold by nearly 50%.