One thing I do believe however is that the healthier we are, the better chances we have at fighting whatever new virus may come down the road. Since we are all on a "stay at home order' it was impossible for me to go out and interview any professionals on the subject.
So i did the next best thing and looked to the internet to try and learn some things. My disclaimer here is that I am not a health professional so please do your own research. I've listed all the sources for the below information and its up to you to decide whether its good advice or not.
I can tell you though, that since recently embarking on my own health improvement adventure that I feel better, have more energy and am sick less than I was just three short years ago.
So I went online and searched - Does exercise and nutrition improve our immune system which helps fight off sickness and disease. Below is what I found:
Does exercise help or hinder our bodies’ ability to fight
off infections?
Does exercise help your immune system?
What if I can't go to the gym?
Being in isolation without access to gyms and sports clubs
should not mean people stop exercising, according to a new study from
researchers at the University of Bath. Keeping up regular, daily exercise at a
time when much of the world is going into isolation will play an important role
in helping to maintain a healthy immune system. March 31, 2020 www.sciencedaily.com
What about my diet?
Good nutrition is essential to a strong immune system, which
may offer protection from seasonal illness and other health problems. ...
Vitamin A helps regulate the immune system and protect against infections by
keeping skin and tissues in the mouth, stomach, intestines, and respiratory
system healthy. Dec 9, 2019 www.eatright.org
How can Protein benefit my body?
Protein is an important resource for enhancing immunity
because it helps form the cells that operate the immune system. “The amino
acids that are found in protein form the building blocks of all the body's
cells – including the cells that power your immune system. Dec 1, 2017 www.biprousa.com
Healthy ways to strengthen your immune system:
Your first line of defense is to choose a healthy lifestyle.
Following general good-health guidelines is the single best step you can take
toward naturally keeping your immune system strong and healthy. Every part of
your body, including your immune system, functions better when protected from
environmental assaults and bolstered by healthy-living strategies such as
these:
April 6, 2020 www.health.harvard.edu
Don't smoke.
Eat a diet high in fruits and vegetables.
Exercise regularly.
Maintain a healthy weight.
If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation.
Get adequate sleep.
Take steps to avoid infection, such as washing your hands
frequently and cooking meats thoroughly.
I know, you're saying enough already, I get the point. Let's face it, there are many things we can do to help stop the spread of this life threatening disease such as following the Presidents health guidelines on social distancing and hygiene.
But taking the steps above and taking care of your body will not only help you get through this crisis but will prepare you for any more that come. Take it from a 50 plus year old baby boomer that's experienced a total revitalization in life. Just by loosing some weight and staying fit, you can get a new lease on life.
If you don't already, now is the perfect time to start exercising and eating right. If you don't know where to start or need some help let me know. I have access to a great plan for nutrition and I know some of the best trainers in the business.
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