Keeping our immune system healthy has become more important than ever amid coronavirus. Our immune system protects our body against harmful bacteria and viruses which cause cold and flu like diseases. Although there is nothing except practicing social distancing and taking preventive measures that can stop transmission of coronavirus, we can still build our immune system to be stronger. Here are ten simple and effective ways to optimize your immunity against Covid-19.
1) Spice It Up!Yes, it not just a good advice for a happy love life but it can also help build your immune system. Garlic, turmeric, onion, ginger have brilliant antioxidant, detoxification and antimicrobial features. Garlic especially, is considered a super-food as it has antibacterial properties, medicinal properties, nutritious value, improves cholesterol and lowers blood pressure.
2) Sleep-tightYou wished to get enough sleep? Now you have your excuse. Sleeping for 7-9 hours every night can make your immune system healthier. A research study says that one bad sleep night can reduce up to 70% of your immune cells.
3) Just put that bottle down!Although alcohol has some medicinal value and drinking it occasionally is fine, too much consumption of alcohol can compromise with your immune system. It disrupts your body’s ability to heal itself and your gut barrier, which is the key defense, thus allowing bacteria into your body.
4) Get physicalMost of us are isolated and obviously can’t go to the gym. Staying in our home has definitely made us lazy and with all the work online, we hardly move from the bed. But we need to get that body moving. Regular exercise at home can build your immune system. With exercise, blood circulation increases which means white blood cells travel in the whole body.
5) Drink more… H2OStay hydrated. Drink lots of water and fluids and it will boost your immune system. Water will naturally get rid of the toxins in your body.
6) Get that D!Excess of vitamins can harm your body but getting right amount of them is necessary. You can get other vitamins in good quality in food like carrots, potatoes, cucumber, red meet, etc. but now, since most of us are isolated and are always inside our home, we are not getting enough vitamin D. Vitamin D can reduce the seriousness of your illness and help you recover quickly. Amid the pandemic, it is suggested that we get some Vitamin D tablets. You can buy vitamin supplements online at 3meds.com.
7) Drink some Green.Green tea has a lot of antioxidants. It also has strong antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties and protect our heart and brain functions.
8) Eat your veggies!Green vegetables like spinach , broccoli, capsicum are known for building strength and immunity. Fruits like oranges, kiwi and papaya also detoxes our body and help build a healthy immune system.
9) What’s that smell? Chocolate!Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants, thus helps boost your immune system. It reduces cell death and promotes the growth of white blood cells.
10) Want to drink more? Drink Kadha!Kadha is an Ayurvedic drink that improves our digestive system, detox our body and boosts our immune system. Over 70% of our immune cells are found in the gut wall, so, improve your digestive system. Add probiotics like Yakult to keep your gut healthy.
Follow all the above mentioned tips and build a stronger immune system. Although it is stressful times, do not panic. Stay calm and do not overdo anything.
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AuthorLock-down got me and Covid-19 got all of us in one way or the other. So, here I am sharing with you all health related information that you need to know, especially during this time of the pandemic. Archives
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