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5 essential products for cold and flu season

By BethAnn Mayer

Cold and flu season is in full swing. Add in an ongoing global pandemic on top of that, and there’s an understandable desire to do everything you can to stay well. Getting sick often means missing work, struggling to sleep, and just feeling downright miserable.

You can’t completely avoid germs or illness, but there are some ways to mitigate risk. You probably know the basics: Eat right, wash your hands, and get plenty of rest.

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However, having some tools around your house can help you not only survive but thrive during this time of year. Consider investing in these five game-changing products for cold and flu season.

Remember when we were furiously wiping down groceries? It turns out that it wasn’t necessary to protect ourselves from COVID-19. However, keeping our items, like cell phone screens, germ-free can help mitigate other illnesses. In four minutes, this UV light sanitizer bag gets 99.9% of viral particles off everyday essentials, such as a wallet and car keys. It’s EPA certified, comes with a USB car adapter, and folds easily, so you can take it with you as you travel.
$30 from Amazon

Tea can help build immune health and soothe sniffles. Willow & Everett’s electric gooseneck kettle makes sipping super simple. Simply put water in the kettle, flip a switch, and wait for it to boil — no stove necessary. It also turns off automatically, keeping your countertops safe from burns. The stainless steel design is sleek yet minimalist, which will go with any kitchen motif.
$50 from Amazon

We’ve all learned more about the importance of washing our hands thoroughly than we ever wanted to over the last two years. This Home Acre Designs soap dispenser makes hand hygiene a bit more stylish. The simple white design with “soap” in black script is ideal for a farmhouse or rustic kitchen or bathroom.
$12 from Amazon

Experts say HEPA filters may help remove airborne droplets. Some research has shown that HEPA filters added to an air-purifying system can help reduce aerosols with COVID-19. To be effective, you need to replace them. This filter pack is perfect for Blueair 200/300 series air purifiers. Bonus: HEPA filters also combat allergens, like pollen, dust, and pet dander, so they’ll benefit you long after cold and flu season subsides.
$52 from Amazon $48 from Walmart

Getting a good night’s sleep and maintaining a healthy diet are two essential parts of staying well. Some people struggle to wind down, and eating nutritiously in the winter can be a challenge. Rooibos tea contains antioxidants that help relieve stomach cramps. It’s also caffeine-free, making it an ideal part of a nighttime routine.
$12 from Amazon

Cold and flu season is prime time for coming down with something. These days, we’re also battling an ongoing pandemic. Illness isn’t completely avoidable. Sometimes, you just catch whatever it is that’s “going around.” That said, you’d probably like to avoid the misery that comes with getting sick if you can. A few basic tools can help you. Sanitizer boxes and soap dispensers keep hands and items like cell phones clean, and HEPA replacement filters make the air more breathable. Tea can soothe sniffles and build immune health. A good kettle and tea bags are great items to have on hand. Your doctor can advise on other ways to stay well and help you feel better if you get sick.

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Beth Ann's work has appeared on healthline.com and parents.com. In her spare time, you can find her running (either marathons…
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