BUILDING YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM TO MINIMIZE THE RISKS OF INFECTION
We are all practicing social distancing and finding out ways to engage ourselves during this pandemic. The pandemic has extended much longer than we expected it to and many people are also focusing on developing new skills. While we are keeping ourselves busy with something or the other the need to boost our immunity is also compulsory.
But are we taking the required steps to do so? Below, I will be sharing a few quick, basic, and helpful ways to increase immunity during COVID-19.
These steps would not only help you fight against COVID-19 but shoot up your immunity as well!
-GET GOOD SLEEP
Taking good sleep is extremely important because it helps to rejuvenate the body providing energy to start the next day. It improves mental and physical health, results in the healthy functioning of the brain. Good sleep has proved to reduce stress. Therefore, it is advised to get atleast 7-8 hours of sleep daily.
-EXERCISE
Doing exercise is a must. I feel if not for 30-35 minutes in a day devoting even 15-20 minutes to your body works. It opens up your mind and body energizing you and reduces the risk of diseases especially related to the heart. It keeps your heart, mind, body, and soul active.
-STAY HYDRATED
Drinking water is also highly recommended because it provides the following benefits –
1. Regulate body temperature
2. Keeps you fresh
3. Keeps the joints lubricated
4. Helps deliver nutrients to the cells
5. Prevents infections
6. Keeps the skin rejuvenated
In short, it helps to keep the body fresh and on the go through regular cleansing inside-out.
-MAINTAINING A BALANCED DIET
Maintaining a balanced and healthy diet also reduces the risk of disease. Including fruits and vegetables in your diet results in strong bones, teeth, improved memory. It balances the entire functioning of the body. A balanced diet also uplifts your mood keeping you healthy, active, and lively throughout the day.
-LEMON SQUEEZED WATER
Lemon squeezed water is also advised by many. Squeezing some lemon in luke-warm water or sometimes having at room temperature also works. One of the benefits being it helping in waking your mind and body.
Apart from that it also helps in –
1. Promoting Hydration
2. Is a very good source of Vitamin C
3. Improves digestion
4. Plays an active role in weight loss
5. Freshens the breath
6. Improves the quality of your skin
THE FOLLOWING CAN BE INCLUDED IN THE DIET PLAN TO INCREASE IMMUNITY, ENSURE THE BODY IS PROVIDED WITH SUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF NUTRIENTS AND VITAMINS
SEEDS
Seeds help in maintaining the blood pressure, cholesterol, and considered to be highly rich in protein.
Some of the seeds which are suggested to incorporate in the diet include –
- CHIA
- FLAX
- SUNFLOWER
- PUMPKIN
- MELON
QUICK TIP
-Use a handful of them. It can be added to smoothies, over a slice of bread or sprinkled over salads.
ASSORTED NUTS
Nuts are not only high in protein but are a great source of fiber, rich in antioxidants, and aids in weight loss. Being a rich source of fibre, makes them an essential component to boost immunity.
QUICK TIP
-Soak them in water for some time which will make them softer and easier to digest.
GREEN LEAFY VEGETABLES
Dark green leafy vegetables like Spinach, Cabbage, Kale, Beet greens are low in calories and also a very good source of vitamins. These leafy vegetables not only are a great source of vitamin but also increase immunity.
MUST HAVE FRUITS
Fruits like apples, oranges, bananas are some of the ones which are highly advised to have.
- Apples are high in fiber, Vitamin C and numerous antioxidants
- Bananas are the world’s best source of Potassium
- Oranges are considered to be excellent sources of Vitamin C. It also keeps the blood pressure under control and lowers the risk of cancer
Apart from these fruits like pomegranate, avocados which are high source of healthy fats are also advised.
I would suggest you to follow all these tips during this tough time and even get it into your daily routines. Not only will it reduce the risk of infections or boost immunity but also keep your body active and on the go!
