After months of news about coronavirus and the impact the disease has had on our lives and the economy, there’s a greater focus than ever on how to avoid sickness in general and improve our immune systems for long-term health. Yes, social distancing, washing hands, and wearing masks are all effective measures that can prevent the spread of disease. The best thing, however, you can do to avoid sickness is to boost your immune system and stay healthy. Most people who succumb to viral diseases are in poor health and suffer from other health complications that make treatment more complex. There are things you can do now to start boosting your immune system to prepare you against coronavirus or any other ailment headed your way. What’s more, you’ll feel better generally and your body will be more resilient.
Focus on a Healthy Diet
The foods you eat matter more now than ever. You may be able to get away with eating whatever you want when you can get into the gym every day and go out for runs whenever you want. Now, with concerns about exposing yourself to other people and many gyms around the country closed, your diet needs to be a focus. Stay away from surgery foods and bad carbs. Try to eat more vegetables. Cook from scratch at home whenever possible and avoid ordering out too often. Keeping a healthy diet is a great way to boost your immune system and give your body the fuel it needs to fight off sickness.
Take Vitamins and Supplements
Too many people are vitamin deficient, which affects the strength of your immune system. Thankfully, vitamins and supplements that our bodies desperately need are widely available and relatively affordable. You can have vitamins delivered to your door in a matter of days, and a daily regime of vitamins and supplements can give your immune system the boost it needs.
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Exercise
In addition to vitamins and watching your diet, get exercise to boost your immune system, and fight off viruses. Even though your gym may still be closed, there are adapted exercise routines you can do to work up a sweat and stay fit. Testing your body regularly keeps it strong for whenever a disease tries to overcome your immune system. During self-quarantine, try out new exercises like running, cycling, and even at home cross-training exercises to stay in good condition. Regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for overall health and long-term vitality. There are a ton of free online resources to help you establish a workout routine no matter what your athletic or experience level is. Everyone starts from somewhere, so there’s no excuse for you not to get started today.
Things to Avoid
If you want to keep your immune system in good condition, don’t smoke, even occasionally. There are no health benefits to smoking tobacco that are even remotely worth the damage it does to your overall health. If you drink alcohol, drink in moderation only. Small amounts can be fine, but over-drinking puts stress on your body that takes too much energy away from your immune system. Also, avoid staying up too late. Do your best to stay in a sleeping rhythm that ensures adequate rest every day.