Avoid getting sick this winter for college scholarship health
November 19, 2012
The cold weather brings plenty of stuffy noses and cold symptoms, but taking a day off for illness could be harmful to the wellbeing of a college scholarship. There are plenty of ways to avoid falling ill this season, but not all moms feel they have the time to take these precautions. Failing to do so, though, could wind up costing them later when they can't get to class or make it to work. When so much is riding on the health and responsibility of Mom, it becomes apparent how important maintaining good health can be.
Get a shot
Flu shots are a cheap and easy way of avoiding one of the worst illnesses a single mom with a college scholarship is likely to encounter this time of year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that there have already been more than 3,000 cases of flu confirmed in the U.S. and the season is just getting started. The source noted that this year, flu statistics are somewhat below anticipated case numbers so far, but that there is plenty of opportunity for the virus to make a comeback.
Since the illness is particularly hard on young children, single moms should stop by a local pharmacy or doctor's office to get a fast, inexpensive flu shot to help ward off the illness. That way neither she nor her family are likely to contract the potentially deadly disease.
Vitamins and supplements
For more routine ailments like the common cold, building immune tolerance is the key. Instead of using antibacterial lotion every time someone coughs, which can deteriorate the naturally beneficial germs present on the epidermis, simply avoiding touching the tear ducts can be a good solution.
Also, eating a nutrient-rich diets is crucial, as is being well-rested. While studying and college scholarships may add to the endless drive of class and studying, single moms need to find ways to relax regularly, as stress can weaken the immune system as well.
In terms of diet, eating foods high in Vitamin C can help strengthen the immune system, Livestrong noted. Vitamin A is also good for keeping out germs, and Vitamin B can give single moms with college scholarships a natural energy booster without the crash of caffeine.
