During the period of change from one climate season to another, our body weakens for a while and becomes vulnerable to viruses and pathogenic bacteria. Not surprisingly, in the first months of autumn usually begins the cold season. In order not to get sick, it is necessary to improve immunity in advance. And now is the best time for that.
What weakens the immune system?
The body’s immune system is affected by many factors: adverse environmental factors, frequent stress, unbalanced diet, hypodynamics (sedentary lifestyle). Often, we ourselves provoke a deterioration of immunity, for example, when we go to work sick or do not take drugs prescribed by a doctor. When we neglect to take the necessary medication, the conditions are created to weaken the immune system and the body as a whole.
Chronic fatigue, frequent headaches and irritability, gastrointestinal problems, constant drowsiness or insomnia may indicate that the immune system is not functioning properly. Weakening of immunity is also manifested by frequent (more than four cases a year) and prolonged colds (more than one week), exacerbations of chronic infectious diseases, constant low-grade fever.
Pills for immunity
Drugs in this category are divided into two types: immunomodulators and immunostimulants.
The former act as a soft support for the defense system. These include preparations of intestinal microflora, such as bifidobacteria, dietary supplements, vitamin C (Redoxon) and tinctures of various medicinal plants: Echinacea purpurea, Eleutherococcus, Ginseng (Femi Protect), Rhodiola rosea (golden root) and galangal.
Immunostimulants stimulate the organs of the immune system to function more actively. Such regular artificial “stresses” weaken resistance, deprive the immune system of the ability to destroy the pathogen on its own. Therefore, this group of drugs should be taken after immunological examination and only under the supervision of a specialist.
Natural protection
A healthy lifestyle is the most effective and safest way to improve immunity.
Sport
Intense movements force our body to produce the hormone of joy, and it helps to provide reliable protection against any infection. Not only regular exercise in the gym, but also daily walks in the fresh air will benefit.
Healthy Eating
The state of the immune system deteriorates significantly due to unbalanced diet. Your daily diet should include vegetables and fruits, cereals. Seasonings (marjoram, pepper, ginger, curry) help the active functioning of the immune system. Lemon and homemade fruit juices are the best way to fight pathogenic bacteria and viruses. A contrast shower is good for the body, but you should start this procedure with a doctor’s permission.
Enough sleep
Insomnia not only negatively affects mood and performance, but also greatly weakens the immune system. Try to go to bed before midnight and gradually increase the duration of sleep to 8 hours. Teas with a decoction of mint or lemon balm, a glass of warm milk with 1 tablespoon of honey – a source of vitamins and minerals that will help you fall asleep quickly.