Six Ways to Boost Your Immune System to Fight Coronavirus

Six Ways to Boost Your Immune System to Fight Coronavirus

As the world battles the spread and devastation of the coronavirus, several important tips on how we should care for ourselves if we get sick and also reduce exposure have been given. Yet, there isn’t so much on how to boost one’s immunity so that if one ends up being exposed, the body will be able to fight back.

Our bodies’ built-in immune system fights off viruses and diseases. That’s the natural design but that immune system can become weak and worn out leaving us vulnerable to sickness, viruses, bacteria and others. Some factors that can lead to a weak or worn out immune system include stress, unhealthy eating habits, lack of exercise and toxins.

With the virus' continual spread and its threat to humanity, there is no better time than now to boost and improve the immune system and the following are 6 ways we can accomplish that.

1.       Reduce Stress

One of the greatest things you will do to boost your immune system is to reduce stress. Stress causes the body to produce stress hormones which take their toll on the immune system. Resting, taking regular breaks and vacation are some ways you can reduce stress. If you already feel stressed out, you can take adrenal support supplements. Stress-reducing techniques that help you relax and stay calm are also good.

2.       Get Enough Sleep

Sleep as much as you need. This is important in helping your immune system recover. Sleep deprivation increases stress which tears down your immunity. It’s even worse if you live on caffeinated drinks because you will hardly realize you’re tired. So get all the sleep you can.

3.       Take Immunity-Boosting Vitamins

Taking foods that support and help rebuild your immune system is a great thing to do. These foods include garlic, spinach, citrus fruits and broccoli among others. Vitamins C, B and D supplements are also very helpful if you already have a weak immune system.

4.       Reduce Inflammation

To get a healthy and strong immune system you need to do away with inflammatory foods as much as possible. These foods have a way of overworking the immune system and distracting it from attending to other problems the body may be having, allowing them to thrive and further break down the immune system. Inflammatory foods include alcohol, processed meat, sugar, and vegetable oils.

5.       Get Just Enough Exercise

Exercise can help boost your immunity but you shouldn't overdo it as it will stress the body and immune system by extension. Just get enough to get you going. One important tip to keep in mind as you exercise: Once you get tired, rest. Whatever you do, keep stress low.

6.       Avoid Toxins

Toxins are devastating to the immune system so avoid them at all cost. Mycotoxins are notable among them. They break down the immune system so avoid, as much as you can, food additives, air pollution, heavy metals, aromatic hydrocarbons, pesticides and chlorinated drinking water. Where possible, get liver detoxification. It's great for eliminating toxins from the body.

Boosting or rebuilding your immune system and those of your loved ones is important to significantly reduce the suffering from the virus in the event of exposure. But above all, try to stay safe

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