Cold and flu season is upon us, and as there is no known cure for the common cold, prevention is the key. Here are a few easy ways to take precautions to avoid getting hit by the cold or flu bug.

There is no doubt about it – working out in gym shoes can leave your feet with a room-clearing scent. You could be an avid jogger, a stationary bike fan, or even a weight-lifting enthusiast, but chances are you have that one pair of trainers you wear each time you go, and as often as you wash your feet before or after a workout, you come out with pungent foot odor.

There is an old saying that states the only thing you should ever put into your ear is your elbow. Try it. It’s impossible, unless you have detachable arms. The underlying idea of the saying is that your ears are very sensitive, and important, and they shouldn’t be messed around with.