During this period, more than ever, people hear talk about the immune system and its strengthening or weakening. The fear of the coronavirus has inadvertently pushed them towards unfiltered information. How can we strengthen immunity?! What vitamins do we need? Are there foods that help us during this time?
The truth is that there is no magic medicine or specific food that will strengthen your immunity or protect you from the coronavirus. There are other ways you should combine to give yourself an immune system strong enough to deal with such a virus.
1. Reduce your stress level as much as possible. Worrying about the coronavirus, and all its consequences, has significantly added to the stress level in your life. What you need to remember is that this condition only worsens your health. Remember that the body works better against diseases or microbes when it is not stressed. Take some time to meditate, or improve your breathing.
2. Improve sleep. A healthy immune system can fight infection. If you have deficits in sleep, you should know that the immune system is not working properly. Try to get good sleep which means 6 to 7 hours every day. Follow his schedules regularly and avoid bedtime snacks, phone screens or physical activity as much as possible.
3. Check your vitamin D level. We hear a lot of talk about the importance of vitamin C, but you should also know that taking vitamin D helps the body fight respiratory diseases. If you do not take it as a supplement, you can find it in foods such as salmon, fish or milk.
4. Do not consume alcohol. You should absolutely not exceed the amount of alcohol consumption. This does not mean that you cannot drink a glass of wine or a cocktail, but in moderation. Remember that it is not only chronic drinking that weakens the immune system. For normal women it is 1 drink a day, while men can drink up to two.
5. Maintain a balanced diet and avoid supplements of all kinds as much as possible. A strong immune system requires a rich and healthy diet. No particular food has been found to work “miracles” with strengthening immunity, but their combination does. Fresh and unprocessed foods should be the main focus of your day this period. This is just as important as washing your hands or not touching your face.
