These days there is much talk of the pandemic and how it has affected our lives in many different ways.The panic in people is very visible and all caused by the enormous power of the press and media. That instead of giving people hope, they focus on the problem and still show more as if there was no alternative. However, nobody is seen talking about how wecan strengthen our immune system in order to gain defenses against this virus, thus minimizing the risks of contagion.But what is the immune system?In short, the immune system is a set of cells and organs responsible for protecting our body from possible bacteria, diseases, viruses and microorganisms present in the air. When we get a cold it is probably due to the fact that our immunities are low, so it is important to know how to strengthen them.

STRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNITY:

●FOOD: The foods we eat have afundamental role in our body, so choose a nutritious and quality diet, a diet rich in antioxidants, vitamins and zinc are a great ally for strengthening the immune system.

●HYDRATION: Drink water regularly, fluid intake helps to remove excess impurities and toxins from the body. Don't wait to be thirsty to drink water, keep a bottle close by and drink about 2 to 2.5 liters of water a day.

●SLEEP: It is during sleep that the body restores its energies, sleeping between 6 to 8 hours of quality is recommended. Remember that sleep deprivation can cause anxiety, stress, mood swings, etc. contributing to the increase in cortisol levels which in turn lower our immunities.

●PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
As we already know, the practice of physical exercise when practiced regularly brings many benefits, among them, the good functioning of our body, increasing the production of antibodies and a feeling of well being. Practicing activities that give us pleasure relieves everyday stress (one of the biggest responsible for many of the diseases in our body, as it increases the levels of adrenaline and cortisol in the bloodstream) which, when not treated, is harmful to our immune system.

CONCLUSIONChoosing a lifestyle with healthy habits will strengthen your immune system, providing a strong body and mind to fight viruses and infectious bacteria.Start treating your immunity today as prevention is better than cure

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