The Ultimate Immunity Booster Checklist
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DRINK PLENTY OF WATER THROUGHOUT THE DAY
Not only does water keep you hydrated and gives your cells and tissues the nutrients they need, you immune system also relies on water to flush out germs and waste materials.
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GET ENOUGH SLEEP
Sleep deprivation makes your body vulnerable to a lot of infectious agents. You should try to get seven to eight hours of sound sleep a night to help boost immunity.
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EAT A WELL BALANCED DIET
Less processed foods and foods with sugar. Increase the intake of vegetables, fruits, nuts and seeds into your diet. Also eat foods with healthy bacteria and foods that are high in fiber.
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COOK WITH GARLIC
Garlic is an immunity booster. It has antiviral, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties
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EXERCISE
Exercising can help your body flush out germs which can reduce your chances of getting sick. It also helps relieve stress and stress hormones can also make your ill.
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TAKE VITAMIN C DAILY
Taking vitamin C daily can improve your defenses against pathogens and are critical for your immunity. The nutrients in vitamin C can help defend your body against illnesses such as the common cold, pneumonia, and respiratory tract infections. You can also eat foods that are high in vitamin C to help boost your immune system.
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TAKE ZINC DAILY
Taking zinc daily can improve your defenses against pathogens and are critical for your immunity. The nutrients in zinc can help defend your body against illnesses such as the common cold, pneumonia, and respiratory tract infections.
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TAKE VITAMIN D DAILY
Taking vitamin D daily can help increase your body immune system. You needs around 10,000 units per day. You can also eat foods that are high in vitamin D.
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HAVE TEA WITH GINGER
Ginger can help with reducing inflammation in the body along with helping digestive issues.
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MANAGE YOUR STRESS
Try practices like deep breathing, mediation, and yoga a few times a week.
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DRINK LESS ALCOHOL
Alcohol deplete your immune systems. Should only be used in moderation.
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NO SMOKING
Smoking not only affects you lungs but weakens your immune system.