There are lots of ways that you can help with not getting the flu. One of the most important things that you can do is make sure that you wash your hands right after you have direct contact with someone. Below is a small list of things that you can do to help prevent the common flu.

- Cover your nose when you sneeze and wash your hands afterward.

- Do not touch your eyes, mouth or your nose.

- Exercise and get a lot of fresh air because it is healthy for you.

- Always make sure to have a lot of water and fluids.

- Eat the right kind of food such as yogurt and vegetables.

- Do not smoke because it can cause problems with your nasal passages.

- Stop drinking alcohol because it will hurt your level.

- Teach yourself how to relax by doing meditations throughout the day.

It is very important that everyone in your household do these things on a daily basics because even if just one person gets it in your household it can put you at a very high risk of getting it.