Just like every other parent, I know you want to avoid catching your kids illnesses. There is nothing worse then having to take care of sick children when you feel just as bad (or worse!). Nine times out of ten I'm able to stand strong through the illnesses in my home. This is mostly due to the fact that I eat well and do things regularly to boost my immune system. On top of this, there are a few things I do as soon as I notice my children are getting sick.
Prevention as a Lifestyle
Diet
The biggest reason I'm usually able to avoid the illnesses is because of my diet. Sticking to a low-sugar diet is the absolute best choice you can make. If you want to be super strict about it, avoid refined sugar all together. There are so many dietary theories you can follow but this is really the most important thing. There are differences in all of the different theories but none of the healthy diets disagree with this factor.
Supplements
In addition to a healthy diet, I use immune boosting supplements on a daily basis. These are a must during the Fall and Winter but also good to take every few days in the Spring and Summer as well.Continue Reading