Ulankin's doctor advised to move and maintain hygiene to protect against flu

A regular daily walk of only half an hour can perfectly strengthen the immune system and protect against new strains of influenza. This was told by the doctor of the laboratory "Hemotest" Olga Ulankina. Our resistance to viruses directly depends on simple everyday habits, the expert quotes NEWS.ru.

To protect yourself from viruses, you first need to get enough sleep. Sleeping less than six hours increases the risk of catching an infection by more than three times. It is equally important to eat right: the diet should be full protein and vitamin C. At the same time, it is better to refuse excess sugar, salt and harmful products like chips, soda, soluble cereals and store sausages.

Moderate physical activity, such as daily walking, also works well to protect the body. Thanks to it, immune cells begin to circulate faster in the blood and react more quickly to the invasion of viruses.

Vaccination also plays an important role. Vaccination reliably reduces the risk of getting sick and saves from severe complications, even if completely new viruses appear in the season.

But, since people do not yet have protection for new strains, and diseases transferred in the past do not save, personal hygiene comes to the fore. To prevent infection from penetrating the body, the doctor advises washing hands often with soap, rubbing surfaces with antiseptics and trying once again not to touch the face in public places. These basic rules simply block viruses from reaching our mucous membranes.