When it's flu season, it's best to take extra precautions to avoid getting sick. The flu affects thousands of people each year and can become very severe. Check out these six tips to avoid getting sick this flu season.

1. Cover your mouth and hands.
Not everyone will do this, but you should! Each time you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth and wash you hands as soon as possible.

2. Avoid close contact.
It seems like a no brainer, but it can be tough if it's a friend or coworker who is sick. Make plans for another time to let a friend's bout with the flu run its course. Similarly, avoid sitting close to sick coworkers at work.

3. Eat healthy.
They best defense to sickness is a strong immune system. Make sure you eat plenty of vegetables, drink lots of water, and take vitamins to keep viruses at bay.

4. Wash your hands.
Another obvious one, but folks tend to forget this means at home, too. Wash hands often and thoroughly. If they get dry during the winter, keep a small bottle of lotion handy after washing.

5. Don’t touch your eyes.
Viruses are always looking for easy entry into the body. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth as much as possible during flu season.

6.Consider a flu shot.
Antiviral drugs may help in some cases. Before taking any, make sure you speak to your doctor to see if this is right for you.

Preventing the Flu [CDC]
Prevention [Flu.gov]
14 Ways to Avoid Colds and Flu [Health]
Ways  to Avoid the Flu [Fit & Health]

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Have a dinner date at home and pick up something special from Hubbel & Hudson Market & Bistro in The Woodlands. This upscale market has a wide selection of specialty items, local and organic produce, quality meats and seafood, and more.

At Hubbell & Hudson you can gather all your ingredients in one stop, pick up a loaf of artisan bread and pastry for dessert at their in-store bakery, a wedge of imported cheese from their dairy case, and a nice bottle of wine or craft beer from their walk through cooler.

If you're a kitchen novice, the Viking Cooking School offers a wide variety of culinary classes from learning specific techniques like knife skills to preparing a complete meal. If you prefer to eat in, there are several dine-in options including a burger and sandwich shop, as well as an in-store bistro with a full menu of new American cuisine!

Hubbell & Hudson Market and Bistro
24 Waterway Avenue
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 203-5600
www.hubbellandhudson.com
www.yelp.com/biz/hubbell-and-hudson-market-and-bistro-the-woodlands

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