Natural Approaches to Surviving Cold and Flu Season - Crystal Glassy, DO, MPH

Discover natural approaches to combat cold and flu season in this informative community talk by Dr. Crystal Glassy, a Family Medicine specialist from UCLA Century City. Explore the fundamentals of integrative medicine and learn about the background of cold and flu viruses. Gain insights into preventive measures, including proper clothing and the use of surgical face masks. Delve into the role of vitamins, minerals, and supplements like zinc, echinacea, and vitamin C in boosting immunity. Understand the importance of nutrition, dietary counseling, and the impact of body mass index on flu susceptibility. Learn about the benefits of probiotics, prebiotics, polyphenols, and garlic in supporting immune function. Discover the positive effects of moderate-intensity exercise, mindfulness-based stress reduction, and proper sleep hygiene. Explore breathing techniques and the role of the vagus nerve in maintaining overall health during cold and flu season.

Introduction
What is integrative medicine
Cold and flu background
Cold and flu overview
Common cold viruses
Flu and cold seasons
Clothes and flu prevention
Preventive action
Surgical face masks
Dry mucosa
Vitamins
Zinc
Echinacea
Vitamin C
Dietary sources
Nutrition and immune function
Body mass index
Obesity and flu
Personalized dietary counseling
Probiotics
Prebiotics
Polyphenols
Garlic
Choosing a dietary supplement
Exercise
Moderate intensity exercise
Mindfulnessbased stress reduction
Resources
Positive emotional style
Vagus nerve
Breathwork
Sleep
Sleep hygiene