As we know, our immune system has a huge role to play in keeping us healthy by helping to combat illness and prevent disease.  The stronger our immune system, the less likely we are to catch a virus.

Many factors contribute to immunity and should be incorporated into our lifestyles for optimum health

4 steps to boost immunity:

1. SUFFICIENT INTAKE OF MICRONUTRIENTS.

Insufficient intake of micronutrients has been linked to low immunity. 

Millions of people around the world suffer from weak immune systems, unhealthy inflammatory response, cardiovascular issues, digestive complaints, and hormone imbalance. These challenges may result from age or environmental factors such as stress, diet, and even the air we breathe. In fact, current research shows that some lifestyle choices can actually turn off genes, affecting all systems of the body.

Global wellness trends in five broad areas of health reflect this cellular breakdown.

Immune System
As many as 50 million Americans suffer from autoimmune disease. Symptoms can affect all organs.

Hormone Modulation
Hormone imbalances, affecting the production of key sex hormones, account for billions of dollars in healthcare costs.

Inflammatory Response
Chronic inflammation, often triggered by stress, is linked to almost all major causes of disease death in the United States.

Digestive Function
Digestive diseases are the second leading cause of disability due to illness in the United States.

Cardiovascular System
One in every three deaths in the United States has cardiovascular disease listed as the underlying caus

2. FEED YOUR GUT.

Variety is beneficial to the gut microbiome. This is because different foods feed different bacteria in the gut. The gut is responsible for 70% of the immune system! Keeping your gut healthy not only strengthens immunity but also aids mood and helps reduce bloating.

3.  ENSURE YOU GET ENOUGH SLEEP.

Sleep is so important as this is when our body repairs. Insufficient sleep can not only impact our energy levels but also our mood and immunity. Aim for 7-8 hours per night to ensure you are well rested for the day ahead.

4. MOVE.

Moving our bodies supports the immune system, and for the full benefits it is recommended that we do 150 minutes of exercise per week. Some tips to increase your daily activity include opting for the stairs when possible, taking 10 minutes on your lunch break to go for a walk or even do some stretches while waiting for your dinner to cook!