Are you aware of the fact that the immune System is our body`s natural defence mechanism against infections and diseases?
It must be noted that every day habits can weaken our immune system to a huge extent. A person would have a weakened immune system if he or she doesn`t sleep well during the nights or over dependency on medicines especially antibiotics etc.
Our immunity would become weak due to these daily bad habits, please take care.
Not getting enough sleep:
For the sake of immune regulation, it is highly essential to sleep well. It has been brought out that adults require 6 to 7 hours of sleep. Infection fighting cytokines production would get lowered due to poor sleep in the night. We would be more prone to infections like cold, flu etc.
Excess intake of sugary and processed foods:
There are possibilities of getting chronic inflammations by consuming excess amounts of sugary foods and processed foods etc. It has been confirmed by a research study published in `The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition` that 100 grams of sugar significantly reduces our immune response up to 5 hours.
Sedentary lifestyle:
We could become obese and have poor blood circulation if we follow a sedentary lifestyle or lack of physical activity. Point is that 150minutes of moderate physical activity would stimulate immune cell circulation and lower inflammation.
High stress levels:
Our cortisol levels would increase due to chronic stress in us. It is true that this would suppress immune system function over time. Truth is that stress would also affect our sleep, digestion and hormone regulation etc. It is believed that practising mindfulness, yoga and breathing exercises etc would help in maintaining our mental health.
Excessive antibiotics use:
Our immune health would depend on gut health. It is worth noting that disturbance in gut microbiota by excessive intake of antibiotics would weaken our immune system. Hence, it is essential that we must consume antibiotics in a restricted amount and often.
Poor hydration habits:
Lymph is a fluid that carries the immune cells throughout our body. Dehydration or water intake would result in productionon of lymph. It is essential to drink 8 to 10 glasses of water throughout the day.
Smoking and alcohol intake:
Our immune system would become weak if we smoke or consume alcohol. This is due to the release of toxins in us. It has been warned by CDC or Centre for Diseases Control that smokers and drinkers are more susceptible to respiratory infections and slow recovery etc. Please be careful and try to quit these habits.
Not eating fruits and vegetables etc:
For the sake of immunity or good immune system, vitamins like A, C and zinc etc play a huge role. When a person doesn`t eat whole fruits and vegetables etc then he or she would not get these important nutrients. Therefore, it is a must to consume citrus fruits, bell peppers, seeds etc.
