"Invincible": prevention of colds
Both adults and children suffer from colds. The peak of colds is observed in the fall with the onset of cold weather, when our body does not receive enough vitamins. What to do to avoid getting sick? The answer is obvious - to do the prevention of colds. After all, it has long been known that it is easier and cheaper to prevent a disease than to cure it later.
Body hardening
One of the most reliable ways to prevent all kinds of diseases of the upper respiratory tract, including colds, is hardening. You can use it without age restrictions. They temper both babies and old people.
It is best to start hardening activities in the summer. At this time, there is practically no possibility of overcooling the body. This is a great time to relax at the sea or in the village, you can also harden in the country. If there is absolutely no time for rest, and you spend the whole summer in the city, then spend your free time in the pool.
It is best to start hardening small children with rubdowns with a damp towel soaked in cold water. Then gradually lower the temperature of the bathing water. When the baby adapts to these procedures, switch to a contrast shower and douche. So you can strengthen immunity child. Parents can also be involved in these procedures.
In addition to water procedures, hardening measures should include:
- Daily airing of the apartment.
- You need to walk barefoot in the apartment.
- Do not close windows and doors if you feel a draft. Remember that in childcare facilities, windows are often opened for ventilation and the child will not get sick.
- Gradually teach your child to drink cold drinks. For example, give dairy products or the juice from the refrigerator.
It is important to follow the basic rule of hardening - the increase in load should be gradual, then you will not get sick.
Medicines for the prevention of colds
Usually cold occurs due to a decrease in the immune properties of the body. As a result, our body perceives the infection more strongly, the risk of re-development of the disease increases. In this case, any drug can be taken as a prophylactic agent.
Usually, after consultation, a specialist prescribes one of the following remedies:
- Interferon preparations. These funds activate the production of interferon in the human body and enhance protection against viruses. Such means include "Cycloferon", "Kagocel", "Neovir" and others. They must be taken on a course before the onset of a seasonal outbreak of the disease.
- Vitamin complexes will be especially useful during the period of mass illness. These are vitamins "Gerimaks", "Vetoron", "Aevit".
- Adaptogens are used to enhance resistance to adverse environmental influences. Such drugs stimulate immunity, increase efficiency. Such products include extracts of medicinal herbs, for example, leuzea, eleutherococcus, lemongrass.
- Immunomodulators are used to enhance and restore immune defenses. Usually, such drugs are well tolerated by all people and do not require a special purpose. Choose drugs "Immunal", "Bronchomunal", "Likopid", "Ribomunil" and the like.
- Antiviral agents taken for prophylaxis perfectly protect the body during seasonal exacerbations. These drugs include "Arbidol", "Kagocel", "Viferon", "Amiksin".
Traditional methods of prevention
The very first prophylactic against colds has long been considered an active lifestyle, frequent walks in the fresh air, airing every day of the home. This is akin to hardening, it strengthens the body and reduces the likelihood of catching a cold during a massive illness.
Another effective alternative method of prevention is nasal lavage. This simple procedure removes mucus, and with it disease-causing bacteria. As a result, the disease cannot develop in the body.
For the prevention of colds and some other ailments, you can use regular garlic. It is also an excellent medicine and will help you get back on your feet faster if you do get infected. Just spread the peeled garlic cloves around the apartment. In kindergartens, children are put on special "pendants" made of garlic as a preventive measure.
As a preventive measure, you can take a special vitamin mixture of twisted nuts, dried apricots, raisins and lemon. Honey is also added to this and eaten daily. This is not only an effective preventive measure, but also very tasty.
