Boosting the immune system is essential to avoid numerous diseases, especially in the cold season or when one is under a lot of stress. The immune or immune system is the body's natural defense against infections. Therefore, if it is weakened, it is easier to fall ill.
The stressful rhythm that characterizes our daily lives today, exposure to biological factors such as pollution, viruses, bacteria or fungi, endanger the resistance of this immune system that we have, and as a consequence, expose our health.
To prevent the body from becoming a victim of an infection, in this space we want to share a series of healthy habits in order to boost the immune system.
Our Immune System is a complex network of cells, tissues and organs that work together to defend us from toxic substances such as germs. That is, the immune system recognizes possible “enemies” to try to prevent them from harming us.
Sometimes our defenses are low and that is when these pathogens can more easily access our body. At other times our immune system does not function correctly and can lead to different problems such as allergies or autoimmune diseases.
The Immune System defends us from these germs or toxic substances through a certain mechanism made up of different steps, which is what is called “immune response.” And within this immune response, leukocytes or white blood cells play a fundamental role. This is what we commonly call “the defenses”. Hence, when leukocytes are low, we hear the expression “having low defenses.”
Leukocytes are mainly of two different types, and they are organized among themselves to, on the one hand, locate or detect possible dangers and then destroy them to prevent them from accessing the body and causing diseases, infections or any other type of reaction. Leukocytes are made and stored in many different parts of the body, such as the spleen or marrow, and these organs are called “lymphoid organs.”
As we said, there are two main types of leukocytes: lymphocytes, which are cells that will allow our body to remember and recognize invaders from the past to later help the body destroy them; and phagocytes, which are cells that kill these harmful organisms.
6 Tips to boost the Immune System.
- The immune system depends approximately 75% on factors related to quality of life. So, it is very important that you try to adopt healthy habits such as the following.
1. Increase zinc consumption.
- Zinc is one of the most important nutrients for a strong immune system.
- Zinc is a potent supporter of several different immune functions, as it helps regulate the production of cells in this defense system. It is essential for the formation of DNA and, in fact, plays an important role in the production of white blood cells.
- Foods rich in Zinc: Pork, Dark chocolate, Brown rice, Eggs, Crab, Beef, Pumpkin seeds.
2. Consume the necessary calories.
- When you do not consume the necessary calories, the body has an energy deficit. The energy available will be used for the correct functioning of vital organs, such as the heart or brain, so the immune system operates with a deficit.
3. Get adequate rest.
- If you don't get enough rest, the immune system is also compromised, leading to colds, respiratory infections and other annoying illnesses. Sleep problems can cause a considerable decrease in the number of cells that make up this system.
4. Have sex.
- Having sexual relations on a regular basis considerably favors the human body's defense mechanisms against common diseases such as the cold.
- Interestingly, sexual relations are very beneficial in stimulating the functions of the immune system.
5. Practice regular physical exercise.
- In general, it is preferable to practice some type of aerobic exercise that allows you to move many parts of the body at the same time, such as swimming or cycling. The intensity of the exercise must be moderate, always avoiding overexertion.
- If you are not used to exercising, you should start practicing it in moderation, adapting it to your physical condition and age. You can progressively increase the intensity of the exercise.
6. Don't forget about vitamins.
Other nutrients suitable for boosting the immune system are:
- Vitamin C: reduces the duration and severity of colds and flu.
- Vitamin A: helps maintain natural barriers against infections.
- Vitamin E: increases the immune response.
- Other vitamins: group B vitamins are especially important.
As you can see, it is enough to practice very simple habits to boost the immune system naturally. Keep this in mind from now on and notice that they are ideal for promoting your well-being.
As additional information, remember to lower your stress, since in addition to producing anxiety or depression, it weakens our Immune System.
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