Supporting the immune system is critical to good health. Here are some suggestions to boost immune system function and prevent cancer and other illnesses:
Acupuncture
Enhances many immune functions and may increase the number of T cells, lymphocytes, natural killer cell activity, Â cells and phagocytic activity. It also has a very harmonizing effect on emotional and physical well-being.
Balanced Emotional State
The most important factor that stimulates and supports our body’s immune function is a positive and balanced emotional state. This can be attained through a number of methods including playing with pets or children, laughing, having fun, doing what you love, skilled relaxation, positive affirmations, visualizations or imagery, giving yourself a treat, getting adequate rest and exercise, achieving goals and enjoying life.
Diet
Diet is a very important tool in supporting the health of the body’s immune system. Avoid foods rich in sugar, white flour products, artificial and processed foods, saturated fats, caffeine, nicotine, excessive red meat intake and full fat dairy products. These devitalized foods rob the body of valuable and key nutrients required for optimal immune system function.
Try to eat more immune system-stimulating foods such as onions, garlic, ginger, bitter melon, whole grains, legumes, fish, salmon, tuna, mackerel, sardines, nuts and seeds, sprouts, dark green leafy vegetables and fruits. Eat plenty of orange, yellow and green vegetables to enhance immune system responses. Eat adequate levels of protein to maintain good immune system function and tissue repair. Variety is the key to obtaining adequate levels of life-giving nutrients from foods.
Environment
Living in clean environments with good fresh air circulation is important to health. Beautiful environments like the beach, ocean, waterfalls, mountains and deserts have high amounts of negative ions in the air, which promote a healthy immune system function and uplift emotions.
Exercise
The immune system is greatly influenced by regular exercise. The endorphins and enkephalins released by exercise make you feel wonderful and uplifted. Remember that excessive exercise can have the reverse effect and diminish immune response.
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