Drink cold water. On the eve of the autumn weather we prefer hot tea, coffee or mulled wine: aromatic drinks warm and give hope for the prevention of colds. This rule can play a cruel joke with us: the body, accustomed to a warm liquid, reacts too sensitively to any cooling. As a result - constant ailments and colds. Do not forget about the cool water: start with a comfortable room temperature, gradually cooling the bottle a couple of degrees.
Sleep in a cool room. "Greenhouse" effect created by batteries and tightly clogged windows, adversely affects the mucous eyes and nasopharynx, and also promotes the multiplication of pathogens. Try to ventilate the room before going to bed - the optimum temperature for a good rest is about 20 degrees.
Do not engage in aggressive self-medication. Painkiller, antipyretic, antiviral, antibiotic - the usual kit, which we, without hesitation, use at the first signs of the disease. It helps to quickly eliminate symptoms, but, unfortunately, slowly "kills" immunity - a common cold becomes a formidable enemy. Do not treat neglect to home remedies - hardening, herbal infusions, inhalation procedures are quite effective. If the disease increases - contact a doctor: he will select an individual course of drugs.
Wash your hands - not only after staying on the street, but before eating. This "child" axiom can protect against many troubles caused by microbes and helminths - parasitic diseases, dysentery, hepatitis A. But do not overdo it: a constant desire for hygiene can result in irritations and dry skin.