09 Jun The immune system in times of COVID-19

Tuesday, June 9th, 2020

Our immune system is what protects us when we get ill and it also helps us fight organisms that cause diseases. Our lifestyle and nutrition can help strengthen our natural defenses and help our body to stay strong. Here are some tips to help you to boost your immune system.

1. GET SOME SLEEP

• Lack of sleep makes us more prone to getting sick.
• Adults need around 7 hours of quality sleep.
• The blue light coming from screens disturb our sleep cycle.

2. WATCH YOUR NUTRITION

• 80% of our immune system is in… THE GUT.
• Eating healthy is literally vital.
• Make sure to eat fruits, vegetables, grains and healthy fats.
• Include fermented foods such as yogurt.

3. STAY ACTIVE

• Exercise makes our defenses move faster and detect disease-causing organisms quickly.
• If intense exercise is not your thing, choose a moderate activity like: walking, biking, dancing or doing laundry!

4. MANAGE YOUR STRESS

• Nowadays it seems impossible not to feel stressed.
• These activities may help: meditate, do exercise that you enjoy, write or learn something new.
• Don’t underestimate the benefits of a therapist. You are not alone!

5. DRINK WATER

• Stop reading this for a moment and drink water… Thanks!
• Dehydration causes string headaches and affects your  overall physical performance.
• If you feel thirsty, hydrate yourself with water. 

6. PUT THAT CIGARETTE OUT!

• Smoking is related to plenty of illnesses and increases the risk of death when you already have a health condition.
• Cigarettes are not as addictive as the tobacco industry wants us to believe. Quitting smoking is easy!
• Let us recommend you this book and see for yourself!

IMPORTANT:

So far there are NO scientifically proven supplements, foods or remedies that can prevent us from contracting COVID-19. 
The only action that can prevent us from getting it is social distancing and let’s not forget the hygiene measures and recommendations by the World Health Organization (WHO).