With the constantly changing weather, the season of cold and flu has come again. You might have noticed that the people around you are falling prey to various health problems and in a time like this, it is imperative to take measures in order to strengthen your immunity in order to fight viruses, germs, and chronic illnesses.
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In simple words. immunity is the ability of your body to fight off toxins and other various antibodies. You must be well aware of the numerous foods and medicines to improve immunity, but do you know that your day-to-day habits can also impact your immunity in a positive way? Listed below are 5 daily habits that you should definitely incorporate in your day-to-day life to improve your immunity and stay healthy in this season of cold and flu:
Remember: Good habits can always be inculcated and bad habits can always be changed into good ones.
Get your share of sleep: You might be okay skipping a few hours of sleep due to pending deadlines or late nighters, but your immunity and science say otherwise. According to a study conducted by the University of Chicago, people who slept for 7-8 hours every night produced twice the amount of flu-fighting antibodies in comparison to those who slept for only 4-5 hours. This is because not getting sufficient increases stress levels which in turn reduces your immunity.
Get your share of sunlight: According to research by Georgetown University Medical Center, sunlight accelerates the movement of T-cells. T- cells play a major role in cell-mediated immunity and their movement is accelerated by tracing the molecular pathway which is activated by sunlight. The blue light in sunlight activates cytochrome C oxidase and helps optimize the production of adenosine and three phosphate (ATP). Getting 10-15 minutes of sunlight every day is sufficient for benefiting your immunity.
Wash your hands: Hand washing is a process that we usually neglect and that’s where you make a grave mistake. You tend to touch your eyes, mouth, and nose which enables the germs on your hands to enter your body. In addition to that, certain kinds of bacteria tend to multiply in certain kinds of foods and drinks which can increase your vulnerability to various infections and chronic illnesses. Ensure that you always carry a hand sanitizer, in case you are unable to wash your hands.
Laugh out loud: Let’s put it this way- laughing is you exercising without really having to exercise. Yes! Laughing has the same effect on your body as exercise does. It boosts the production of disease-fighting antibodies and reduces stress levels in the body. In addition to that, laughter triggers the release of endorphins which are known the natural feel-good chemicals of the body.
Avoid isolation: According to research, isolation leads to inflammation in the body which in turn takes a toll on your immune system. According to WebMD, people who feel connected to their close ones have a stronger immunity than people who feel alone. Isolation can also lead to psychological stress which can, in turn, affect your and immunity.
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