Can Chiropractic Prevent the Cold and Flu?
As stressful as things have been with COVID-19, we are now heading in to cold and flu season. If you are looking for a natural way to increase your chances of staying healthy, chiropractic may be the answer. Here’s how chiropractic can help you fight off the cold and flu this season.
COLD AND FLU SEASON
The cold and flu viruses are around all year long, but the cold and dry weather of winter are much more suitable conditions for them to thrive. Because these viruses don’t work the same way as bacteria or other infections, they can be hard to stop. They don’t respond to antibiotics and can only be stopped by antivirals within a very specific window of time. Your best bet is to avoid the virus altogether, which should be easier this year with social distancing practices already in please like avoiding people with symptoms, wearing a mask, boosting your immune system, and washing your hands regularly.
HOW CHIROPRACTIC CAN HELP
Many people believe chiropractors are doctors for relieving neck and back pain. While that is true, chiropractic care can benefit your body in many ways. This is because the spine is the foundation of the central nervous system (CNS) and the CNS communicates with every system of the body – including the immune system! That means when the spine is unhealthy, communication is interrupted and body system function begins to fail. When spinal health is improved, the CNS can work more effectively and the immune system follows suit. The healthier your spine, the healthier your body and the better able you will be to fight off the cold and flu.
GET ADJUSTED AT SHIELDS CHIROPRACTIC
If you are interested in a natural, non-addictive, and effective method for staying healthy this season, give chiropractic a try. Your local Saginaw, MI chiropractors have years of experience and are well-trained in treating patients of all ages. Requesting an appointment is easier than ever – just click here to get started.