Got a scratchy throat and runny nose? BI's health team shared their tips for staying healthy.
Business Insider's health team offers practical advice for managing seasonal illnesses like colds and allergies. Recommendations include prioritizing sleep, using zinc supplements, and increasing vitamin D intake during darker months.
Why it matters
Seasonal health management is a common concern for the general public, and expert-backed tips can help reduce the impact of common viruses.
Getty Images This post originally appeared in the BI Today newsletter. You can sign up for Business Insider's daily newsletter here . Are you sick too? "Anyone else not feeling well?" That was a Monday morning text from one of my closest friends after we had spent a weekend with our crew to close out the summer. And you know what? Yup, we were all feeling a little tickle in our throats. It didn't stop there; I saw more masks during my workday commute and even noticed a few extra sneezes in our newsroom. After doing my own unscientific research, I was calling it: We're all feeling a bit sick . Whether it was the sudden drop in temperatures here in the Tri-State area, seasonal allergies kicking up, or back-to-school sniffles, it seems like a lot of people need their immune systems to kick into high gear.
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