Here is what you need to know
Do you aspire to have a body system that is always ready to challenge germs? When it comes to your immunity, natural extracts and nutritious foods can thoroughly empower your immune system around the clock.
This is your body’s friend, your real defender, your beloved immune system.
Your immune system is no less than a personal security team that relentlessly combats harmful bacteria and viruses to keep you safe. So, your squads consist of innate and adaptive immune systems. The troop that jumps in on the spot is intrinsic (more specifically, innate), and the one who sharply recalls the older enemies is adaptive. Both systems work in close coordination to give a real challenge to microbes.
When we know that we have a friend available in our precious body as its savior, we are obligated to make every reasonable effort to nourish it with the right ingredients. To achieve optimal performance from our immune system, it is essential to incorporate the following ingredients into our diet.
- Vitamin A – To block germs, to keep the gut and skin in sound health, sweet potatoes and carrots are the foods we can think of.
- Vitamin C – To fast-track healing, our body must be fueled with appropriate amounts of vitamin C. Think about those delicious oranges and berries.
- Vitamin D – To add fuel to the fire against microbes, vitamin D is unavoidable. While sunlight is the best free source, fatty fish and eggs are additional help that you can provide to your immune system.
- Vitamin E – Vitamin E needs increase with age advancement. So why not consider consuming sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds, and black walnuts?
- Selenium – To give an additional boost to the immune system, selenium is the best dietary source. Consider taking fish and Brazil nuts.
- Zinc – Immune system empowerment also requires zinc in the appropriate concentration. Here is the way: whole grains, beans, and meat.
Now, let me quickly unbox those precious botanicals to boost your immunity.
- Andrographis paniculata
- Echinacea purpurea
- European elderberry
- Garlic
- Ginseng
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Dietary Ingredients You Cannot Afford to Ignore for a Strong Immune System
Other great supplements include omega-3 fish oil, aloe vera, and green tea extract, which have the capacity to counter inflammation.
Of course, lifestyle improvement is the easiest yet most challenging approach since you must convince your mind of this meaningful change.
- Hydration is the key.
- Don’t compromise your sleep (7-8 hours daily at night)
- Aerobic exercise (hit the gym three times a week or prefer brisk walking 30 mins a day)
- Practice mindfulness for stress management
- Comply with a balanced diet, considering all essential ingredients
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Bottom line:
- Load your meals with key nutrients
- Adopt and enjoy healthy habits
- Opt for the required supplements
- Overall, maintain your energy and rhythm while staying active and mindful
Still in doubt? Please share your comments for any health and wellness-related questions, and I will do my best to provide detailed, evidence-based explanations.
Disclaimer: This summary is not medical advice and is intended for educational purposes only. Please always consult your treatment provider for health and wellness-related issues and concerns.
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Have a wonderful day!
Truly yours,
Dr. Khalid Rahman
(A health scientist, scholarly communicator, and licensed practitioner of integrative medicine) – PhD Clinical Research, MSc Bioinformatics, MSc Clinical Research & Regulatory Affairs, P.G.D.C.A, Bachelor of Unani Medicine & Surgery)
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