Article from: My Family UK
When a male feels the merest onset of a cold, there is no escape. It is absolutely, positively, The Flu вЂ" a heinous virus second only to Bubonic Plague. When a woman falls ill, however, she nobly carries on working without complaint. Is the Man Flu myth true?
Evidence
In 2007 Beechams conducted a survey revealing 'Man Flu' to be a myth. Before woman-kind punches the air in collective victory, the reasoning is as follows: women take more time off work than men, in general, so Man Flu, when it comes, represents almost any illness that the male is bed-bound by.
Male vs Female
Man Flu or not, the male immune system is more susceptible to certain things than the female. Building up your defences in the following ways should help prevent your vulnerability to certain illnesses that women might take in their stride.
1) Rest
If you are ill, or have some symptoms of illness, a day off is a wise choice if possible. By being at home you have the space and time to take in the right nutrients and vitamins that you need to recover.
2) Eat well
Foods that are high in fibre are wonderful sources of energy, but will not always help to boost your immune system. Women's diets include more fruit and vegetables than that of the avergae male, so stock up on your vitamins (especially vitamin C) to perk you up. Garlic and chicken have also been proven to aid speedy recoveries, but above all things, drink lots of water, to help you rehydrate.
3) Keep your hands clean
Colds are often caught through the eyes, as well as by breathing in germs. You touch yuor face and rub your eyes more than you think, so try to wash your hands after blowing/wiping your nose. This will also help prevent contagion spreading.
Further Information
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