From the article: Maintaining Good Health in College
Going off to college can be a shock to many people. It is a challenge to go from having your parents take care of you to taking care of yourself. How do you stay healthy in college without having someone around to do everything for you? If you are a college student share your tips for staying healthy in college. Share Your Ideas
early detection of cold or flu symptoms
- I have found the most effective way to combat flu or cold is early detection. This is critical if you are able to detect the virus the moment it enters your body you stand a better chance of eliminating it. It was always a certainty, I, like many others would catch a cold or flu at least once a year and mostly during the winter season. With a bit of self diagnosis and practice I was able to detect the virus within 1/2 - 3 hours of it entering my body. My first thoughts were that my immune system was not up to speed at that point to counter the invasion. I decided it was necessary to assist my immune system. I only took 2 cold /flu tablets and rested, by the next morning I was feeling normal - no symptoms. I didn't over exert myself, kept warm the whole day and the following day all was normal. That was 10 years ago and I have never had the flu or cold since nor have I had to use medication of any kind. In my case vigilance, care & knowing your body are key factors.
- —Guest Butch
Staying healthy in college
- One should eat healthy food and make sure to eat vegetables and fruits also. Another important factor is to exercise frequently (4-5 times a week). If you begin to feel ill, make sure to take medicine and sleep well.
- —Guest Demas Day
