{"id":122940,"date":"2024-11-07T03:28:51","date_gmt":"2024-11-06T20:28:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=122940"},"modified":"2024-11-07T03:28:51","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T20:28:51","slug":"doc-reveals-5-weird-wellness-hacks-to-avoid-colds-this-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hotvideos24.online\/?p=122940","title":{"rendered":"Doc reveals 5 &#8216;weird&#8217; wellness hacks to avoid colds this season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7910942971\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Board-certified family doctor Jessica Kiss, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@askdrmom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aka Dr. Mom<\/a>, took to TikTok to share <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@askdrmom\/video\/7426494805624261934\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">five \u2018weird\u2019 health hacks<\/a> that can prevent sickness this season. <\/p>\n<p>Why does sickness surge when temperatures drop?<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>A TikTok doc shares her odd tips for avoiding sickness this season. <span class=\"credit\">Syda Productions \u2013 stock.adobe.com<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Jessica Kiss, aka Dr. Mom, has shared some surprising health hacks on TikTok. <span class=\"credit\">TikTok \/ @askdrmom<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignleft\">\n\t<\/aside>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2022\/12\/06\/breakthrough-study-on-why-people-get-more-colds-in-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">previous study<\/a> found that cold air weakens the body\u2019s immune response, especially in the nose, which is one of the first sites of contact for respiratory viruses and an important part of the immune response.<\/p>\n<p>The research established that reducing the temperature inside the nose by just 9 degrees Fahrenheit kills nearly 50% of the billions of virus and bacteria-fighting cells in the nostrils.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module aligncenter wp-block-nypost-editor-primary-tag\">\n<\/aside>\n<p>To fight back and prevent sickness before it starts, Kiss offered her \u201cfive really weird ways to prevent illness this fall and winter,\u201d noting: \u201cI know they sound weird, but they all make medical sense and are all backed by science.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean your tongue <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>A tongue scraper reduces \u201cyuck load.\u201d <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>At the top of Kiss\u2019s list of health recommendations? A thorough tongue cleaning. She explained that every time you brush your teeth, \u201cYou should be cleaning your tongue, and I mean cleaning your tongue, like, scrape it off.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Kiss maintains that cleaning and specifically scraping the tongue reduces bacteria, what she calls the \u201cyuck load,\u201d thereby decreasing your chances of getting sick. <\/p>\n<p><span style=\"margin: 0px;padding: 0px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2024\/04\/19\/lifestyle\/tips-for-teeth-care-if-you-cant-see-the-dentist-experts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Copper tongue scrapers,<\/a>\u00a0in particular, contain antimicrobial properties. In addition to reducing your risk of sickness, using one can cancel out bad breath and even heighten your sense of taste.<\/span> <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sip green tea<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Green tea contains high levels of L-theanine, an amino acid that amplifies immunity. <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Kiss recommends that those looking to stave off sickness sip two to three cups of green tea every day. <\/p>\n<p>\u201cGreen tea has been proven to boost your immune system,\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n<p>She maintains that in addition to tasting better, <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2023\/09\/26\/coffee-vs-tea-which-drink-is-better-for-your-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">green tea is better for overall health than coffee. <\/a>While the jury is out on that claim, green tea does contain polyphenols and flavonoids\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2024\/01\/08\/lifestyle\/fight-cold-and-flu-with-10-immune-boosting-recipes-from-a-dietitian\/?jw_start=%7Bseek_to_second_number%7D\">that help fight inflammation and disease<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>Green tea also contains high levels of L-theanine, an amino acid that amplifies immunity. The brew is also rich in antioxidants like catechins, which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases. <\/p>\n<p>Previous research has shown the myriad <span style=\"margin: 0px;padding: 0px\">benefits of green tea, including reducing the risk of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2022\/03\/01\/this-common-drink-could-slash-your-risk-of-heart-disease-stroke-by-half\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fatal heart disease and stroke<\/a>, curbing stress,<\/span> and <a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2024\/01\/19\/lifestyle\/green-tea-is-known-for-its-health-benefits-it-can-make-you-happier-too\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boosting overall mood.<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"single__inline-module inline-module inline-module--newsletter aligncenter aligncenter wp-block-nypost-editor-newsletter\">\n<div class=\"inline-module__inner\">\n<div class=\"inline-module__title-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"inline-module__unsubmitted-title-wrapper\">\n<h3 class=\"inline-module__title headline headline--combo-sm-md\">\n\t\t\t\t\tGet the latest breakthroughs in medicine, diet &amp; nutrition tips and more.\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<p class=\"inline-module__cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\tSubscribe to our weekly Post Care newsletter!\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><h3 class=\"inline-module__title headline headline--combo-sm-md\">\n\t\t\t\t\tThanks for signing up!\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wash your hands when you get home <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Touching your face or cooking before washing your hands is a surefire way for sickness to spread.  <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Kiss recommends washing your hands as soon as you get home, suggesting that suds are even better than a fresh set of clothes when it comes to preventing illness. \u201cResearch shows really thoroughly washing your hands is better than changing your clothes when you get home because that is how the bacteria, viruses, all that stuff is going to enter your body.\u201d <\/p>\n<p>She notes that touching your face or cooking before washing your hands is a surefire way for sickness to spread. <\/p>\n<p>Research shows <span style=\"margin: 0px;padding: 0px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2020\/03\/02\/hand-washing-or-hand-sanitizer-whats-more-effective-against-coronavirus\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hand washing<\/a>\u00a0is more effective than hand sanitizers at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/handwashing\/show-me-the-science-hand-sanitizer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">removing stubborn grime<\/a> \u2014 which bugs can cling to and potentially feed on \u2014 and at killing certain pathogens. Lathering up will help you ward off infectious diseases like the flu, COVID-19,<\/span> and diarrheal diseases.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Put a lid on it <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Close the lid to limit exposure to bacteria.  <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Kiss encourages everyone who uses the bathroom to close the lid to the toilet before they flush it.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis reduces the phenomenon known as toilet plume\u2026the backsplash of things that get aerosolized into the air when you flush the toilet,\u201d she warned.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re using a public bathroom, she recommends facing away from the toilet bowl when flushing, \u201cthis is going to reduce your exposure to bacteria and viruses.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Laugh your way to better immunity<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>Laughter might truly be the best medicine.  <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images\/iStockphoto<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside class=\"single__inline-module alignright\">\n\t<\/aside>\n<p>Looking for another reason to trade true crime for a sitcom this evening?<\/p>\n<p>According to Kiss, laughter really might be the best medicine of all: \u201cWe know that laughter decreases stress hormones, which increases your immune system and improves your overall response to stress.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Kiss\u2019s claims are backed up, or laugh-tracked if you will, by serious science. <\/p>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/stress-management\/in-depth\/stress-relief\/art-20044456\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mayo Clinic<\/a>, \u201cNegative thoughts manifest into chemical reactions that can affect your body by bringing more stress into your system and decreasing your immunity. By contrast, positive thoughts can release neuropeptides that help fight stress and potentially more serious illnesses.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"nyp-slideshow-modal-image wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><figcaption>The doctor\u2019s tips can help you ward off illness. <span class=\"credit\">Getty Images<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.tiktok.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-layout-key=\"-fb+5w+4e-db+86\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"7910942971\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1660802\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2024\/11\/06\/lifestyle\/doc-reveals-5-weird-wellness-hacks-to-avoid-colds-this-season\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Board-certified family doctor Jessica Kiss, aka Dr. Mom, took to TikTok to share five \u2018weird\u2019 health hacks that can prevent sickness this season. 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