A healthy, balanced, well–armed immune system is crucial to living a long, healthy life and being free of disease.
The immune system needs to be ready to deal with anything. At the same time, if it becomes overactive and misguided by inflammation, this can lead to a host of other problems called autoimmune diseases.
Your first line of defense is to choose a healthy lifestyle. Following general good health guidelines is the best step you can take toward naturally keeping your immune system working properly.
Below are some tips to follow.
1. Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables.
2. Exercise regularly
3. Maintain a healthy weight.
4. Get enough sleep.
5. Try to minimize stress.
Consuming a balanced diet and eating the recommended amounts of nutrients will help maintain normal immune function, this contributes to overall good health and, therefore, a healthy immune system. Exercise promotes efficient blood circulation, which keeps the cells of the immune system moving so that they can effectively do their job.
The following foods may help to boost the immune system.
Blueberries, dark chocolate, broccoli, sweet potatoes, ginger, spinach, garlic, red bell pepper, oranges, kiwi fruit, almonds and sunflower seeds.
Think Well…..Eat Well…..Be Well