Naturally Boosting the Immune System
At a time when Covid-19 has dominated our lives more than ever, we need to understand how our body works and how we can look after it.
A strong immune system can do just that as it is able to fight off infections as well as prevent us from contracting highly contagious diseases.
Yes, there are supplements out there that can help, but lifestyle changes can also contribute greatly towards boosting the immune system naturally and at times effortlessly too.
For instance, there are more and more researchers out there that suggest sleeping just 7 plus hours a night will help bolster the immune system.
A good night’s sleep is still overlooked by many. Personally, I value it more and more as it affects all that I do and anything that can do that must affect my immune system too and if it does mine, it will do yours too.
Of Course, as a Meditation Teacher, I am always going to include both Meditation and Yoga as they are not only relaxing but reduce stress levels and strengthen the nervous system both of which directly affect our immune system.
As too regular moderate exercise but do be aware intense exercise can actually weaken us albeit temporarily.
A healthy diet is probably one of the more obvious ones less processed, more whole foods, more vegetables, less alcohol, etc.
https://www.healthline.com/health/food-nutrition/foods-that-boost-the-immune-system
I am not going to go into the whole meat or no meat debate as I am not qualified to add such an opinion but would always encourage you to speak to a nutritionist. It may cost money but it’s your body and certainly worth prioritising in one’s budget!
To finish, surround yourself with less stressful situations, News whilst informative can appear sensationalised, and largely focuses on the difficulties we face.
Social Media too has many benefits but with so many conspiracy theories out there about what’s going on in the world it can be incredibly stressing especially if you are not in a position to do anything about it.
Instead, why not connect with nature by going for a walk, pick up a fun book, do something that you love, call a friend you haven’t spoken to for an age and laugh more, much more.
For regardless of what’s going on in the world there is also much to be happy and grateful for and don’t let anyone else tell you otherwise!
Resources
https://www.verywellfit.com/exercise-and-immunity-3120439
https://www.verywellfit.com/what-is-high-intensity-exercise-1230811
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