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This cold and flu season, dont just douse yourself in hand sanitizer. Fight germs with local treatments designed to boost the bodys natural defenses.

Illustration by Jeannie Phan

For a Spin in an Infrared SaunaThe Indoor Oasis

From soaking up the sun on your favorite beach down on the Cape to perfecting the camel pose in your weekly hot yoga class, youre not afraid to break a sweat. Put your tolerance for heat to good use at the Indoor Oasis in Newton, where you can book 20- and 40-minute sessions in a private infrared sauna. Unlike a traditional sauna, which uses steam to warm the air, infrared models rely on heat lamps or light panels to raise your body temperaturepromising to ease joint pains, increase circulation, and (according to some studies) help you ward off the common cold in the process.

theindooroasis.com.

For IV TherapyVita Hydration + Wellness

Not one to panic at the sight of a needle? The trendy IV-powered services at this Worcester-based wellness center should suit you just fine. In particular, the teams Immunity drip is packed with vitamins B and C as well as the mineral zinc to help naturally strengthen your immune system and boost energy. Right arm or left?

vitahydrationandwellness.com.

For Red-Light TherapyRestore Hyper Wellness

Skin-care enthusiasts, take note: Red-light therapy isnt just known to strengthen the bodys disease-fighting resources. Some research suggests that the non-invasive treatmentwhich stimulates production of cell-repairing nitric oxide by harnessing the power of low-intensity LEDsmay combat wrinkles, scars, and sun damage, too. Give it a go at Restore Hyper Wellness. With locations in Newton and Hingham (and new spots on the way in Woburn and Dedham), the spas single-user red-light therapy rooms are prime spots for donning your sunglasses and basking in the scarlet glow.

restore.com.

For Salt TherapyScituate Salt Cave

We all know that filling our bellies with too much high-sodium food can wreak havoc on our kidneys and blood pressure. But spending time in the company of 30,000 pounds of Himalayan pink salt, which has anti-inflammatory properties? Thats another story. At this recently opened spot in Scituate, you can book 45-minute sessions in your choice of two salt caveseach designed to help you relax while you inhale the mineral-rich air (and rid your airways of any illness-causing intruders while youre at it).

scituatesaltcave.com.

For Lymphatic DrainageG2O Spa + Salon

Charged with producing infection-battling white blood cells, the lymphatic system is a critical component of your bodys immune response. Give it the attention it deserves with G2Os 60-minute body lymphatic drainage treatment, during which a technician moves a vacuum-like device over the back, legs, and abdomen to help alleviate any swelling or blockages in the system that may affect its performance, as well as reduce everyday annoyances like bloating and fatigue.

g2ospasalon.com.

More:
Five Natural Immune-Boosting Treatments to Try This Flu Season - Boston magazine

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