Always Getting Sick? Try Tiny Modifications and Life Secrets From People Who Never Do

As the world moves through year three of a pandemic, the universal commitment to staying healthy has never felt more relevant. There’s a keen awareness of immunity to which we’re all adapting, and while a new normal settles in and travel, social events, and gatherings resume, it’s in everyone’s best interest to, well, not get sick—not just with COVID-19, but with any infection that can throw a wrench in everyday life.

Of course, none of us have full control over the germs we encounter—especially those of us who are always on the move. But we can practice preventative measures that strengthen our preverbal armor against illness, and ideally, prevent the dreaded symptoms every cold and flu season brings. Because let’s face it—no one enjoys coming down with a cough, fever, or sore throat, let alone being stuck on the couch with a box of tissues when there’s work to be done and fun to be had.

If you want to amp up your protection against sickness for the sake of not just you, but everyone around you, keep reading for tips we’ve gathered from pro cold avoiders, doctors, and a registered dietician. Their advice will help you stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible—not just in the way of dodging sniffles, but by boosting your overall wellness and preventing chronic illness and disease.