what are the cold allergy preventions?

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   Avoidance: Keep your distance from people who have colds, especially when they cough or sneeze. Additionally, avoid touching your nose or eyes. Viruses usually invade through the nasal mucous membranes, but if deposited in the eyes, they can also travel down through the tear ducts.
   Diet: A U.S. Department of Agriculture study revealed that Americans are deficient in many of the nutrients necessary for optimal functioning of the immune system - the same system that helps ward off colds and flus! At least 33 percent of all Americans consume less than 70 percent of the government's Recommend Dietary Allowances for vitamins A, C, B1, B2, B3, B12 and pantothenic acid, as well as the minerals calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc. Stay well hydrated. Drink lots of non-alcoholic fluids to help keep the mucous membranes moist.
   Rest: Try not to get overly stressed or overly tired.
   Good Hygiene: Wash your hands often, especially before eating and after going to the bathroom or being in contact with individuals with colds.

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