Saturday, 5 October 2013

Immunity Boosters

Immunity Boosters

To maintain good health, efficient immune system is the key factor. It acts like defending army. It helps to protect from all types of diseases from common cold to cancer, keeps allergies in check as well as slows down the ageing process. The persons with strong immunity fell less prone to diseases.

Poor diet will result in a weakened immune system. Others factors such as stress, smoking, excess alcohol and caffeine, food additives, pesticides, pollution, lack of sleep and exercise also weakens the immune system.

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Protein
It is required to manufacture all cells including antibodies and enzymes so protein is vital for strong immunity.

Vitamins
Vitamin A helps to maintain the thymus gland which is the part of lymph system and is powerfully antiviral.
Vitamin B-complex is important for the activity of phagocyte.
Vitamin C is needed for the function of entire immune system.
Vitamin E is a powerful anti-oxidant which helps to stimulate antibody production.

Minerals
Iron builds up overall resistance. Calcium helps the phagocyte cells to carry out their cleaning-up duty. Selenium is necessary for the production of antibodies. Zinc is necessary for the maturation of T-cells (which are produced in the thymus gland which destroy foreign bodies directly)

Fiber
Fiber is vital for healthy digestive system – it keeps the colon clear and prevents the build-up of toxins and helps to prevent overgrowth of bad bacteria.

Exercise
It stimulates the circulation, improving the oxygen supply to the organs. Simply staying generally active and walking briskly for half an hour every day will help.

Others
The importance of having positive attitude to life and a good social network cannot be overestimated –studies have revealed that laughing, being optimistic and sharing a joke with friends can boost the immune system. Proper sleep is also important and exposure to natural daylight is key to stimulating both mood and immunity. Yoga and meditation can release stress and help you to relax. 

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