As a matter of fact, our immune system does an outstanding job of defending us against disease-causing microorganisms, but there are times when it fails when a germ makes us sick by invading successfully.

So can we improve our immune system? How can we possibly intervene in the process of germs and boost our immune system? Do we have to improve our diet and take certain herbal preparations or vitamins? Do we have to make other lifestyle changes in order to produce a near-perfect immune response?

All of the answers to these questions will be given shortly.

Why Boost the Immune System?

The idea to improve our immunity is really enticing, but to be able to do so has turned out quite difficult for many reasons. Our immune system is precisely a system, not a single unit and to function properly, it needs harmony and balance.

There are many intricacies and interconnectedness of the immune response about which there is still a lot that researchers do not know about. Though there are not any scientifically proven direct links between improved immune system and lifestyle. But that does not mean the impact our lifestyle has on the immune system is not that important and should not be studied. Researchers are exploring effects of exercise, psychological stress, age, diet and other factors on the response of immune function, in all the living beings, mainly including animals and humans.

Meanwhile, general healthy-living strategies are a perfect way to begin giving your immune system an upper hand. It is the winter season now, or say the flu and cold season, which is going to stay here for a little while. Many of us are aware of a few tricks to deal with illness but what can one do to stay healthy and fit in the first place?

Tips to Improve Immunity Naturally

Here are a few things by Dr Anurag Bhargava which we can do to improve our immunity naturally:

1. Exercise

Exercising not only prevents chronic illness but it also contributes to general good health involving a healthy immune system as it helps in good blood circulation, allowing our cells and substances of the immune system to move freely through our body to do their job efficiently.

2. Don't Take Stress

Stress drains our strength to stay strong. The one way to destress ourselves is by taking out the time for self-care. This can mean different things for many people, but for the record, it is doing things that make us feel content, like reading a book, getting a massage, dancing, singing etc.

3. Get Good Sleep

Sleep is sort of a rejuvenating process for our body. When we are deprived of sleep, our T cells also called as natural immune cells go down and inflammation cells also known as inflammatory cytokines go up. This means good sleep results in boosting our immunity.

4. Stay Hydrated

Water is the best way to stay hydrated and we all must have heard that we should drink around eight glasses of water per day, which is quite hard to do. Instead, we can try drinking one glass of water when we wake up to begin our day right. This is a great remedy because our body gets dehydrated from sleeping. There is a pro tip - In the winter season, if you like to have warm drinks, try non-caffeinated teas and include them in your daily water ritual.

5. Eat a Well-balanced Diet

Eating a healthy and well-balanced diet can prevent us from many diseases. We should eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables regularly to ensure our body is getting a variety of nutrients. Lean carbohydrates and proteins like brown rice and quinoa, also play a crucial role in a healthy diet. Minimize beverages, sugar and processed foods that have no nutrients.

We must try to do as much as we can and consistently take good care of ourselves as this is the best way to support and improve our immunity and overall health.

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