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UK GP shares essential tips to fight winter bugs: stock up on honey, lemon, apple juice, and avoid sharing utensils at gatherings to stay healthy this season.
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TikTok doctor reveals staple cupboard must-haves as ‘highly contagious’ bug sweeps UK

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Last updated: 2024/11/08 at 6:02 PM
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An NHS GP has shared the cupboard staples you should stock up on to beat the winter lurgy – as a “highly contagious” bug spreads across the UK.

Doctor Sooj, who is based in Hertfordshire, often shares tip and tricks with his 190,000 followers.

According to the doctor, Brits need to stock up on honey, lemon and apple juice, as well as painkillers and specific throat sprays.

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The 32-year-old doctor’s most recent advice is timely – data released by the NHS last week shows a severe outbreak of norovirus is sweeping the nation.

UK GP shares essential tips to fight winter bugs: stock up on honey, lemon, apple juice, and avoid sharing utensils at gatherings to stay healthy this season.
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The research found a 29% increase in cases between 23 September and 6 October – double the amount expected for this time of year.

In a video shared by What’s The Jam, he elaborates: “Are you worried about catching this cough/cold/runny nose that seems to be going around everyone at the moment?

“If so, here are my top tips and home remedies that will help you stay healthy.”

DON’T SHARE PLATES OR CUPS AT FESTIVE GATHERINGS

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With Christmas parties and dinners on the horizon, the GP starts by reminding people of basic hygiene tips such as keeping windows or doors open during large gatherings, washing hands regularly and avoiding touching your face.

He also warns against sharing cups, plates and more with people who are exhibiting symptoms like a cough or runny nose.

So hold on to that fork or glass at the festive bash.

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STOCK UP ON STAPLES

If you are unfortunate enough to come down with sickness, Doctor Sooj has shared what does and doesn’t work.

He said: “Stay well hydrated, as this can soothe your throat, ease congestion and it can prevent dehydration.

“You can try mixing hot water with apple juice for extra comfort.

“Remember, honey and lemon are great for a sore throat, and whilst lots of people do recommend vitamin C and zinc, studies do show mixed results – but it shouldn’t hurt to try them out, [just] don’t rely on them by themselves.”

BOIL THAT TAP WATER

Doctor Sooj said: “Rinsing your nasal passageways and sinuses with saline can clear mucuses – but do not use tap water straight from a tap.

“Either boil and cool it, use sterile saline or distilled water.”

INVEST IN A HUMIDIFER

The physician also recommends using pain relief like paracetamol or ibuprofen to reduce pain if needed, particularly in the case of a sore throat.

Or buying a really great humidifier.

He said: “A cool mist humidifier can help by adding moisture to the air, and this can ease congestion – but make sure to change the water daily and clean the unit as directed to prevent mould growth.”

AVOID THESE NASAL SPRAYS

When it comes to nasal sprays, Doctor Sooj warns against using some types.

He said: “I do not ever recommend nasal sprays that contain oxymetazoline, pseudoephedrine, or phenylephrine and things like that.

“But nasal sprays that contain steroids can be helpful at reducing your symptoms when you’ve had sinusitis or rhinitis for longer than a couple of weeks.”

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Finally, he shared his favourite home remedy – gargling with warm salt water.

Dr Sooj added: “This can help to relieve a sore throat and flush out bacteria.

“It’s particularly good for tonsil and throat infections.”

When sneezing or coughing, the GP also recommends using a tissue and immediately binning it, followed by washing hands after.

Meanwhile for norovirus specifically, Doctor Sooj added: “Avoid it by trying to isolate if you have it and avoid contact with those who have it, and stay off work/school/university/college until 48 hours after symptoms have resolved.

“Stay well hydrated: apple juice mixed with water in a 50:50 split is great for preventing dehydration. “

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