5 Easy Tips to Boost Your Immunity
I’ve never been sick. Is that bad?
I always thought that getting sick was a natural part of life.
It’s not.
Getting sick is tough on your body, especially if you have something like leukemia or AIDS. But also when you get sick, your immune system has to work harder to fight the bacteria or viruses off. If you go around getting colds all the time, your immune system is going to be sluggish and just out of luck when something really dangerous shows up down the road.
Here are a few easy tips to increase immunity.
Exercise Regularly
We all know that the gym is not just for losing weight but it’s also a great way to keep our bodies healthy and fit. When we exercise, our body sends two types of messages to the nervous system. It releases endorphins, which are natural painkillers and make us feel good about ourselves. It also reduces stress hormones that can make us feel anxious or uneasy.
Exercising is an excellent way to keep your immunity strong because it increases your body temperature and makes you sweat, which flushes out toxins from your system. So before you get sick this summer, try getting yourself on a regular exercise routine.
Eat Nutritious Food
The immune system is the body’s natural defense against infection and disease. It has to be strong to fight off viruses and bacteria that can cause illness. Eating nutritious foods can help you maintain a healthy immune system.
Here are some great sources of nutrients your immune system needs:
-Antioxidants, which help prevent cell damage caused by free radicals in the body
-Vitamins A, C, and E, which support the immune system by fighting off infections
-Selenium, zinc, copper, manganese, iron, calcium and magnesium which are all important for a healthy immune system
Sleep Enough
The human body is designed to need sleep.
Sleep deprivation can lead to problems with your immune system. Lack of sleep can lead to a weakened immune system, and this means that you are more likely to catch a cold or the flu.
Sleep deprivation can also have an impact on your mental health. Sleep-deprived people are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety, and other psychiatric disorders.
It is important that you get enough sleep in order for your body to be able to function properly and for you to feel your best. Your body needs between seven and nine hours of sleep every night in order for it to function optimally.
Manage Stress
Stress is a major contributor to the development of disease and can lead to serious health problems.
Stress is caused by many factors, including but not limited to: work, relationships, finances, and health. Stress can also be caused by environmental factors like noise or light.
It is important to note that stress does not only affect mental health but also physical health.
Stress has been linked to heart disease and high blood pressure which can lead to strokes and other cardiovascular problems.
Stress has also been linked with immune system suppression which can lead to an increased risk of getting sick.
Maintain Hygiene
Maintaining good hygiene is a fundamental step to maintain your immune system.
A clean environment is important to maintain good health. A clean environment is important for our immune system to function properly.
A clean environment can help to increase immunity by reducing the number of bacteria and viruses that we come into contact with. The fewer bacteria and viruses, the less likely we will become infected.
We should be cleaning our home regularly, at least every few days if not more often, and washing our hands before eating or cooking food, after using the bathroom or changing a diaper, after touching pets or animals in general and before handling food.
