About Today: Avoid the Flu With These Foods

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor I am typing this newsletter from within a germ-proof bubble, which I have constructed around my desk to prevent my coworkers from infecting me with the bug of the day. It could be a cold, it could be the flu. Whatever it is, it sounds unpleasant, and I'm hiding til it's over. Avoid the Flu With These Foods Option b: I could just start taking better care of myself. It's not as dramatic as my bubble, but it could be helpful. For example, apparently fruit and vegetables are good for you. Can Antioxidants Keep You Healthy? What Is the Cold and What Is the Flu? See More About:  fruits and vegetables  colds and flu  antioxidants 10 Best Foods to Boost Your Immune System In general, you can't go wrong by eating better. This is true even when flu season is over. How to Teach Proper Hand Washing Techniques How Foods Can Boost Your Immune System See More About:  cold and flu  illness prevention  alternative medicine Improve Your Health With More Sleep I have been waiting for this advice my whole life: Get more sleep, and (maybe) get fewer colds. Video: Prevent or Treat Cold and Flu Staying Healthy During Cold and Flu Season See More About:  healthy sleep  common cold symptoms  immunity I've Got the Flu. Should I Call in? Let's say worse comes to worst, and you do get sick. How sick is too sick to come in? Especially if you sit near me? Update on the 2011 Flu Season Winter Health Tips for Kids See More About:  influenza  infectious diseases  medical decision making Today Ads Weight Loss Foods Low Carb Foods Healthy Foods Diabetic Foods Diet Foods Featured Articles Vote Now: 2011 Readers' Choice Awards Common Gardening Chores and Your Back Do First-Time Home Buyers Need an Agent? How to Haggle 3 Strategies for Finding a Summer Internship Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Discover the Disney Dream Disney's newest cruise ship has something for every family member, from the Aqua Duck watercoaster to adults-only lounges. More> Cruise the Celebrity Eclipse The Eclipse features luxurious interiors, a spa, and the "iLounge" where guests can check email and create their own photo books. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Advertisement