Drinking more water, and other habits that can strengthen your immune system

Drinking water helps strengthen the natural barrier of the mucous membranes in the throat, pharynx and nose. – Photo: IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

Colds, stomach bugs and other viral illnesses may have all but disappeared during the past two years of face masks, social distancing and pandemic restrictions, but are set to be back with a vengeance in many places this winter.

Getting a flu jab and Covid-19 vaccine is great, but there's more you can do to help your body fight off infections. To support your immune system, it helps to build certain healthy rituals into your everyday life.