Prevent a cold and flu like the pros
Imagine how the spread of a bad cold, or flu, could devastate an NHL team for weeks and weeks of the hockey season. Even at the best of times, all that vigorous training and hard-hitting play pushes the body of a professional athlete to the limit, including the ability of their immune system. No wonder, hockey greats like Mark Messier are ardently pro-active when it comes to fighting germs. In fact, Messier has such a passion for nutrition, fitness and natural medicine, to his teammates he was also “Dr. Mark”.
“Constant colds and flu can really hurt a club,” says Messier. “One player gets something and it goes through the whole team, affecting our play for weeks on end. Instead, the New York Rangers team worked really hard to apply the best preventative tips available.”
These for instance, really work. Take it from Dr. Mark:
. Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly, using warm water and soap all over the hands, fingers and under fingernails. Wash for at least 15 seconds.
. Avoid putting your hands near your eyes, nose or mouth. Most bacteria and germs are spread from a surface.
. Strengthen your immune system with balanced meals and enough sleep. Try Cold-fX, a natural immune booster that, because it has no side effects and no interaction with the flu shot, is currently the cold & flu remedy of the NHL. If you feel a cold or flu coming on, you can take a higher dosage as a preferable alternative to antibiotics and other drugs.
. Drink more water. You might not be thirsty, but it is easy to get dehydrated in the winter if you don’t make a point of drinking eight glasses of water a day.
. Exercise regularly. We NHL players don’t need to be reminded to get exercise, but I always make sure my family remembers how important it is for their health, and to strengthen their immune system. Consistency is key. Do a half-hour of vigorous exercise at least three or four times a week.
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