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These tips will help you regain your energy after being sick without requiring a visit to the doctor or pharmacy.

Gina Kelly is a freelance writer and editor located in New Jersey, US. She is a certified health coach and writes about health and wellness.

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These simple remedies for cold symptoms can help you find comfort and relief from that cold.

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Here’s your three-part plan for a strong immune system this winter. It’ll help you tailor your use of natural treatments based on the stage of the illness.

Heidi Fritz, MA, ND, is a research fellow and practices at the Bolton Naturopathic Clinic and the Springdale Medical Centre in Brampton, Ontario.

Cold and Flu

If you want an effective strategy against flu or other types of viruses, stock your medicine cabinet with these essential oils.

Get to know the most appropriate uses of supplements such as vitamins, probiotics, and herbal preparations to fight the cold and flu.

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Prevention of the flu is the best treatment. Learn some of the best evidence-based natural remedies to prevent the flu, as well as remedies that help improve the effectiveness of the flu vaccine.

Natural Remedies to Help You Prevent the Flu | alive

Here's a good reason to sweat it out during cold and flu season: exercise may boost your immunity by increasing your sleep quality and zapping stress.

Sweat It Out: Can Exercise Help You Dodge Colds and Flu? | alive

Michelle Roots, BA Kin, CSCS, PN1, is a kinesiologist and founder of CORE Conditioning fitness studio in Cloverdale, BC. She has 10 years of experience in the fitness industry and specializes in athlete training and functional fitness.

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Sadly, cold and flu season is now upon us. Include these feel-good recipes in your culinary repertoire to keep the sickly season from bringing you down.

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Looking for the best gift for yourself this year? Turn to natural immune support strategies to preserve your well-being all winter long.

Natural Immune Support: Try These Simple Strategies to Stay Well | alive

Dr. Gillian Flower is a naturopathic doctor at the Ottawa Integrative Cancer Centre and counsels her patients in the judicious use of natural supplements.

It’s important to look at how well you’re placed to survive all the nasty bugs common at this time of year. These tips for winter wellness can help.

Winter Wellness: 5 Tricks for Staying Healthy | alive

Stephen Sprada, naturopath and medical herbalist, completed his master’s degree in health science in 1992 and postgraduate diploma in medical herbalism in 1996. He has been in private practice for more than 23 years.

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Oregano is found in most spice cabinets. But you should also get to know oil of oregano for its many medicinal qualities.

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No one likes being sick, but most of us expect to fall prey to a bug in winter. This year, step up your prevention plan with proven immunity boosters.

7 Natural Immunity Boosters You'll Need This Winter | alive

Brenna Jacks is a licensed naturopathic doctor in Langley, BC. Her practice focus is on stress management and pediatrics.

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The holidays are a chance to spend time with all your favourite people, exchanging hugs, kisses ... and germs. Here's your action plan to avoid getting sick.

Avoid Getting Sick This Season (With Natural Tips and Tricks) | alive

Rita Patel is a naturopathic doctor who sees patients at Sprains and Strains Wellness Centre in Mississauga, Ontario, and at the Student Health Centre at McMaster University. She also lectures at McMaster University and the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine.

Avoid getting laid up with a cold or flu this year. Whip your immune system into shape with these natural immunity boosters.

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Tracy Peternell is a mother of two, a certified school teacher, and a healthy living enthusiast.

If it feels like you keep catching a cold all winter, don’t despair. Science provides a simple yet surprising trick to help you stop getting sick.

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