The new strain of flu, Swine flu, which has swept across the country, has mostly mild, if uncomfortable symptoms. Swine flu is different from seasonal flu because it causes more serious problems for those between the ages of 20 to 50. Seasonal flu viruses are more of a threat to those under 5 years old or over 60 years or those who already have health problems. Washing your hands is one of the precautions to take to avoid getting the Swine flu. Using a hand sanitizing gel is one way to prevent contracting N1H1.
Stress in modern day life is nearly impossible to avoid even without the worries of whether you'll come down with Swine Flu (H1N1). Stress makes the body more susceptible to catching a virus. The immune system has to deal with the stress as well as attempt to keep invaders like the Swine flu from infecting the body. Here are a few tips to decrease stress in your life.
Take a few minutes for quiet time.
We're surrounded by noise. The TV's always going. The radio gets turned on the moment we get in the car. The loud speakers blare as we grocery shop. It's a noisy world and that noise can add to stress levels. Enjoy the peacefulness of quiet. Intentionally spend 15 to 30 minutes in peaceful silence. You don't even have to do anything but listen to the silence if you don't want to.
Start Your Day on a Positive Note
Don't get bogged down by last night's dishes, early morning laundry chores or racing around the house to get yourself ready for work. That's just starting your day loaded with stress. Start the day by reading from your favorite inspirational book. Have a cup of coffee on your back porch looking at the sun rise. Take a few moments and write in your journal. The world will wait and you will be ready for it.
Take Time for Yourself Every Day.
Do something you enjoy every day. It can be something as simple as taking a walk with your puppy pal, or stroking your kitty cat. Value yourself by giving yourself a treat. If you love to garden but just haven't had the time. Make the time. Buy an assortment of herbs and pots and potter for a bit. Doing something you like is a great stress buster.
You can't prevent the Swine Flu (H1N1) but you can decrease the odds that you'll get it if you de-stress your life.
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