Because of the snow!!

Can you believe we had our first bout of snow here in Boulder?

Gorgeous!

So I mentioned I came down with the flu. It was pretty crappy. Luckily none of your “typical” flu symptoms (stomach and *ugh um* bathroom issues) struck me. It was serious headaches, fatigue and fever. I stayed in bed for three days and it helped a TON.

Few things that kept me alive:

1) Broth and Soups

It’s best to keep your diet simple when sick. Soups and liquids are ideal because it takes less energy for your body to digest. We want to devote as much energy in our body to our immune system. Another immune inhibitor is sugar — so try to avoid this when feeling icky.

2) Lotsa Wata

This is probably the most annoying thing to hear when you feel sick, but this time it really helped me out. I tried super hard to push the fluids and it helped! So chug it. It helps to have water bottles filled and ready to grab out of the fridge.

3) Supplements

I am not a fan of antibiotics or vaccines.. or most medicines (unless it’s absolutely necessary), but I do like natural approaches. I took a quick trip out to my doctor, who is a naturopath, and she hooked me up with these (and a note for the professors!) 

Buffered Vitamin C + Virus Killer If anyone is interested in the treatment plan my doc gave me I would be more than happy to email you the Flu Protocol she gave me.

Last but not least. SLEEP.  Do it. Just let yourself lay in bed all day. It will do wonders.

If you have yet to get the flu, keep up the good work!

Here are a few preventative suggestions for this winter:

• 8-10 servings of fruits and vegetables a day, 80% vegetables and 20% fruits. — >  One serving is ½ cup

• Avoid excess sugar

• Get 8-10 hours of sleep a night

• Drink 8 glasses of water a day

• Wash hands often

• Gargle with plain water 3 times a day to remove bacteria and viruses.

Those were my instructions I hope they can benefit you as well!

Sleep tight!