>OK, this is about as off-topic as it gets.
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>From early October to early December, I was sick with bronchitis, then pneumonia, and then a bout with the flu.
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>After recovering, I started taking an over-the-counter regular supplement. (A men's 50+ supplement, since I just hit 50,haha)
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>I'm doing the same things I did before - questionable sleep habits, sucking down coffee and five hour energy drinks, some emergency client all-nighters - yet haven't had a sniffle in four months.
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>I've been prone to bronchial problems for years - but have never had a four month stretch without getting sick, until now.
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>So - is there magic in those big pills?


For me, sleep is the big one. If I go too many days in a row without getting enough of it I can almost guarantee I'll pick something up. I've also gotten very careful about not touching my nose/eyes/face when I'm out without making sure I've washed my hands. I'm not always successful, but it seems to help.