Did you know that sugar decreases the function of your immune system almost immediately? So, when you feel like you’re coming down with something, try to avoid sugar. Also, if you can keep sugar out of your diet for the most part, it will do wonders for your health. Also, be aware that sugar is present in foods you may not suspect like ketchup and fruit juice.
Get Enough Rest - If your body is overly tired, it will be harder for it to fight off disease…. So, try to get a good night’s sleep!
Eat Garlic Regularly - Garlic is AMAZING! It’s antibacterial, antiviral and anti-fungal. You would do yourself a favor is you ate garlic every day. The key is that it must be fresh to give you optimal health benefits. The active ingredient is destroyed within one hour of smashing the garlic, so use it right away – either by juicing it or just swallow it with water. Just make sure you smash it first.
Don’t Let Stress Become Overwhelming - We all face some stress everyday, but if stress becomes overwhelming then your body will be less able to fight off illnesses. It has been estimated that up to 90 percent of illness and disease is stress-related.
Exercise - When you exercise you increase your circulation and your blood flow throughout your body. The components of your immune system are also better circulated. In a sense, exercising helps your immune system to be more efficient in weeding out and acting upon viruses and diseases. You can review my exercise guidelines for some great tips to get started.
Wash Your Hands - Washing your hands will decrease your likelihood of spreading a virus to your nose, mouth or other people. If your immune system is strong, it should be able to fight off the virus if it does enter your body, but washing your hands provides a bit of extra protection. Be sure you don’t use antibacterial soap for this -- antibacterial soaps are completely unnecessary, and they cause far more harm than good.
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