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catscharm74
True Blue Farmgirl
4687 Posts
Heather
Texas
USA
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 Posted - Jun 26 2007 : 08:50:44 AM
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I know we have barely started Summer but I am putting my son in daycare in August and soon after, all kids will be returning to school. I want to start building up my immune system now. I am trying to eat more garlic, pepper and onions, taking honey to sooth and lubricate and drinking LOTS of water. What else could I do? Thanks.
Cheers,
Heather |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - Jun 26 2007 : 08:55:46 AM
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| Have any of you tried Airborne? Do you think it works? Oprah swears by it, but Dr. Dean Adell says it's all hooey. What do you think? |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Jun 26 2007 : 11:40:02 AM
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I would suggest finding a good vitamin to take. If we keep our bodies properly nourished, we can have amazing immune systems. I think you have a good idea to start making sure you are where you need to be right now :)
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for tying, one hand to hold Nora! |
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Aunt Jenny
True Blue Farmgirl
11381 Posts
Jenny
middle of
Utah
USA
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Posted - Jun 26 2007 : 1:48:47 PM
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I like airbourne. I substitute teach at the elementary school (which is SO fun!!)plus I have 4 kids at home...all in school.. and I figured it sure couldn't hurt (all natural) it does help. I wash my hands like crazy too. Those little cute kindergarteners can't keep their hands off you..haha
Jenny in Utah
Inside me there is a skinny woman crying to get out...but I can usually shut her up with cookies
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
3659 Posts |
Posted - Jun 26 2007 : 2:50:57 PM
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| I used to teach Head Start - talk about hands on!! the first year I was sick all year long, but after that I guess I built up a little immunity. |
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Carol Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
4033 Posts
Carol Sue
Washingtonian
USA
4033 Posts |
Posted - Jun 26 2007 : 3:01:13 PM
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DD and SIL use airborne and have good results.
Enjoying the moments. |
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Woodswoman
True Blue Farmgirl
512 Posts
Jennifer
Altamont
NY
USA
512 Posts |
Posted - Jul 02 2007 : 5:29:51 PM
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I am a teacher, also. I use airborne whenever I feel like I might be coming down with something-it seems to help, but you need to make sure you keep taking it until you really feel all better.
Also-a few years back I was sick ALOT-I had pneumonia, and after that, I just caught everything that was around (I also had strep 3 times that year). Anyway, a PA told me to take zinc tablets-an extra 25-50mg/day. It seemed to help me not get sick so much. She said that the zinc lozenges are better for when you are already sick, but that the supplements were better for prevention.
Hope this helps!
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2007 : 09:22:16 AM
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| I would just like to add getting enough rest. We all go to bed early around here. The doctor told me that the sleep you actually get before midnight is the most beneficial. Lots of water. Lots of veggies and fruits. Susan |
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mommom
True Blue Farmgirl
854 Posts
Susan
Lancaster
Pennsylvania
USA
854 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2007 : 09:23:52 AM
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| PS: Through the years, when it's time for dinner, I have sliced oranges and apples up and served them with the meal. I found that my kids would eat it more readily at the table instead of any other time. They were getting extra vitamins and never realized it! Still do it to this day. I think that's all for now! Susan |
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
22937 Posts
Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
22937 Posts |
Posted - Jul 03 2007 : 10:36:35 AM
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Susan- We did that growing up- We always had a fruit and a veggie with the main meal. It really does help. I think a lot of the time, the prep time to eating a meal is the most off-putting to a kid. So if it is right there- ready to eat, they are more likely to dig in!
Alee
The amazing one handed typist! One hand for tpying, one hand to hold Nora! |
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sewgirlie
True Blue Farmgirl
1894 Posts
Sheryl-lyn
Calverton
NY
USA
1894 Posts |
Posted - Jul 04 2007 : 06:41:22 AM
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I am making iced tea with green tea a lot. My granfather was pushing green tea on me over 20 years ago and I have loved it. My kids drink green tea, red tea, etc. and always have. Getting sleep, exercise, being outside A LOT will all help.
I also use Airborne since I am a teacher. I only take it when I am starting to feel run down and take it for a few days and that seems to be enough to give me that little boost of vitamins to keep me healthy. |
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