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How I Deal with Sickness While Traveling.

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Sickness is a traveller's worst nightmare (or anyone who does not live with their mom). You are sick and to be cautious for others but you already spent the money. What do you do? Or, you're fine then after your first night in a new town, you wake up...
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PREVENT PREVENT PREVENT

The best thing to do is to prevent it. I take extra steps to prevent sickness. 

 
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A great essential- Handsanitizer. this one is obvious. Always carry this with you. Apply it after public transport, before and after eating.
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Yes. Just yes. I do not know if it actually works but I drink this stuff all the time. Maybe its placebo but I swear it works! They key is to take some BEFORE you get sick. If your travel bestie is sick.. take it ASAP, before you get sick too.
Emergen-C - Target
 
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Sip Up!! Staying hydrated will help to keep the sickness away.
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Getting plenty of rest gives your body ample time to fight off any sicknesses.
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Drink some green tea. Tea has plenty of antioxidants in there to help you stay healthy.
Green Tea - Target
 
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Keep wipes on you to wipe down various items, such as the plane, metro, or bus seats/ handles.
Surface Wipes Travel - Target
 
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This is an easy one…. Wash those hands!
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Take your vitamins to ensure your body's strength!
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Eating a balanced diet will ensure your body has the vitamins and minerals it needs.
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I never said they taste good but they give your immune system a boost.
Ginger Shot - Target
 
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Reduce your stress. When you are stressed, your immune system is weakened. Do not let stress be the reason you get sick!
How to manage and reduce stress | Mental Health Foundation
 
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Avoid those nasty germs! If your roommate is sick, take extra precautions.
8 Ways to Guard Against Germs in Everyday Life
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If Sick

Being sick sucks. Here are some ways I try to make it suck less. 

 
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Don't drink. It will ruin your body's progress!
Dry January: The health benefits of going 31 days without alcohol
 
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Do not get others sick. Wear a mask when in public.
Surgical Mask - Target
 
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So many teas (ginger, green, chamomile, etc.) are good for you when sick. They always make my throat feel better.
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Do I really need to explain this one?
Dayquil And Nyquil - Target
 
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Another self explainable one. Soothe that sore throat!
Cough Drops & Throat Lozenges | CVS Pharmacy
 
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Honey always makes my throat feel better. Put it in your tea or take a spoonful.
Honey : Sugar & Sweeteners - Target
 
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Keep your nasty germs to yourself, respectfully.
Don't spread germs at work - CDC stacks