JAKARTA - During the rainy season, sore throat is one of the diseases that lurk because of the weather which tends to be colder. This is because cold weather conditions allow the virus to spread faster.
Therefore, everyone is encouraged to take precautions to avoid strep throat during the rainy season that has recently occurred in Indonesia. Here are some tips to prevent strep throat, quoted from WebMD, on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
1. Meet the body's fluid needs
Although thirst may be reduced when the weather is cold, you still need to drink enough water to meet your body's fluid needs. With a well-hydrated body, it can help cleanse toxins, even prevent sore throats.
2. Consume vitamin C
The content of vitamin C is very good for fighting free radicals, as well as fighting infections that cause sore throats. Therefore, it is highly recommended to consume vitamin C during the rainy season, especially that obtained from fruits such as oranges.
3. Consume healthy foods
Eating healthy foods is very important to prevent strep throat. Avoid foods that contain high sugar and ultra-processed food (UPF).
Consume foods rich in omega-3 such as fatty fish and chia seeds, because it can help fight free radicals that cause inflammation. Not only that, increase your consumption of fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants, because they are able to protect cell damage and strengthen the body's resistance.
4. Get enough rest
A body that has enough rest time is very influential on immunity. A good night's sleep can strengthen the immune system, by producing important cells.
Conversely, if you sleep less, it will weaken the immune system. Thus, rest with enough and quality sleep to prevent sore throat, especially during the rainy season.
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