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I have had 2 colds within 3 months, i walk about in cold and wet weather for my job how can i prevent any other illnesses?

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General fitness: Can only be maintained by a pristine diet, perhaps with the addition of a multivitamin. Get rid of all forms of sugar and sweeteners + regular exercise and no "junk".

Answered 12/22/2012

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I have had 2 colds within 3 months, i walk about in cold and wet weather for my job how can i prevent any other illnesses?

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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

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