does anybody know the reason i get colds alot more than others about every 2 months, i consider myself fit have a decent varied diet whether this matters i don't know but its starting to piss me off
2006-12-02 09:17:01 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Hello you maybe fit but if your immune system is running low that will be why your getting alot of colds. I used to have the same problem, id find myself constantly getting a cold wether it was in the winter or summer. It didnt matter.
My advice to you is start taking Vit C and Zinc tablets/capsules one every morning. They both strenthen your immune system and keep colds away. Ive been taking them now since Feb this year and so far so good, Ive not YET had a cold this year, not even a sympton of one AND ive been around lots of people who have had or have got a cold.
2006-12-03 21:50:38 · answer #1 · answered by Mystic Magic 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take a look at your environment. Do you wash your hands often? Are you in contact with others during the day? Most colds are transferred by hand to eye/nose contact. Keep some alcohol gel on you to keep your hands clean; don't use public inkpens and don't let anyone use yours; after shopping, use your alcohol. Get some saline spray for your nose and use it to rinse your nostrils especially if your around anyone who is sneezing. Also, are you heating your living space? If you are, use a humidifier to keep your nasal cavities from drying out. When the nasal passages get dry, they become a great place for bacteria to breed and get into your bronchi causing bronchitis and a dry cough. If you don't have a humidifier, use a pan of water beside your bed at night to keep the air moist. I just read an article on keeping socks on your feet at night; warm feet, less colds. Also, hydrate yourself with well with water, lay off the soda and salty foods. Chicken soup is great for sore throats or sinus congestion. Get a flu shot. Hot tea and aspirin (with food) will also help with a cold. Add a good multivitamin. Hey, I don't charge for my good medical advice, but maybe I should? What do you think? LOL Godloveya, honey. Hope you're feeling better.
2006-12-02 10:04:55 · answer #2 · answered by Sassy OLD Broad 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah its all part of getting to live with the herd so to speak!!
I was always catching colds from my patients, finally I built up enough antibodies and am now OK, If you have just started a new placement then its expected I`m afraid. Make sure you keep all the usual remedies to hand.
2006-12-02 09:31:25 · answer #3 · answered by Tink 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people are more prone to colds than others, have you tried some of the natural cold therepies about? echinacia and vitamin B. Also rub alcohol on your hand regularily will deter germs. I use metholated spirits it wont dry your skin and is a well known influenza killer. Good luck
2006-12-02 09:20:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi, try putting your age in, that helps. and i take it u don't smoke or consume alcohol. these both decrease your immune response. try taking vitamin supplements. i take vit c, zinc, and vit e, personally. at least take an antioxidant. these protect healthy cells from diseases. drink plenty of water, can't stress this enough. clean and disinfect your environment. your toothbrush...when u are sick boil some water and place your toothbrush in for about 10 min or so to kill any bacteria or virus. and change your toothbrush out with a new one often. also, this sounds lame, but brush your tongue and gargle after u brush with antiseptic. this info should get u started.
2006-12-02 09:26:14 · answer #5 · answered by REALLY 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe stress! Or maybe you just have weaker immune system then others! Jus take regular vitamin C tablets, that will help with your immune system. No need to take multi-vitamins if your diet is healthy and varied.
2006-12-02 11:19:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That used to happen to me, and severe chest infections too ... my doctor told me to buy vitamins - Sanatogen Gold to be exact - while ever I am taking these I am much better. I have had only two this year!
My advice would be to get some, and take them regularly.
2006-12-02 09:19:27 · answer #7 · answered by Funky Little Spacegirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
where do you work? i know this sounds stupid, but i never got ill really until i started working in a shop, people cough and sneeze their germs all over me, i get colds a lot more often now, i also pull my fleece over my nose and mouth if someone starts coughing over me now, i know its rude but its ruder to spread germs :)
2006-12-02 09:31:09 · answer #8 · answered by button moon 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try getting echinacea 1 a day they help build your immune system up to help fight colds you can get them from the chemist
2006-12-02 09:24:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may not be a cold it could be a problem with your sinuses they have similar symptoms
2006-12-02 09:23:10 · answer #10 · answered by lesliethrelfall 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋