What can you do to prepare & strengthen your immune system? Make personal self care a priority! Two of the most common immune suppressors are poor nutrition and unmanaged stress. What can you do to improve either area?
Top ten ways to improve and strengthen your immune system-
1)
Vary diet and nutrition-Varied eating with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains and quality protein
2)
Keep hydrated-1/2 your weight in water ounces; your organs and processes require sufficient amounts to operate normally.
3)
Reduce your stress/learn to relax
· Breathing or Mindfulness practice
· Stay present
· Manage time
· Positive frame of mind
4)
Exercise & move your body! · Cardio, Strengthen, Flexibility all equally important
· Exercise regularly-lifts spirits, gets blood moving
5) Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs,
Supplements, Therapy support- Herbs & Supplements to help immune system-
·Vitamin C (one of strongest anti-oxidants)
·Echinacea & golden seal (strengthen blood)
·Zinc (boost and promotes healing), variety of other herbs and vitamins
·Enhance the immune response- Bayberry, hawthorn, red clover, horehound
·Liver detoxification-Black radish, dandelion, and milk thistle
And much more...Not a replacement for exercise and good diet! Get quality supplements, don't take the crap! (Need a referral for nutritional support? (Click here)
6)
Get enough sleep- body needs to replenish, 7-9 hours, longer in winter
7)
Laugh- What makes you laugh?
8)
Wash your hands often-prevents the spread of germs. Using sanitizer also useful.
9)
Dress appropriately for wind, cooler temps- protect the neck and chest
10)
Complete projects-wind down for the fall. Wrap up projects and prepare for winter and quiet time.
Additional suggestions-
We need to care for our system if it is to protect us. I am here to support you make these changes be a part of your life. What are you willing to do to strengthen your immune system and enjoy your the rest of the year?
Make these changes part of your life, call for your complimentary wellness recharger today!