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Did you know that what you eat, how you sleep and even your levels of stress can all influence your immune health? Discover the immune system basics, expert-backed tips, and our product picks for better immune system health.
Immune system 101
The immune system plays a pretty important role in the body. It's our protector against invaders like bacteria, viruses, fungi and abnormal cells.
When your immune system is running smoothly, it’s working, unnoticed all day every day to identify these invaders and prevent them from taking hold and making you feel unwell. Pretty cool right? You’re going about your day with your very own inbuilt germ-fighting superpower. 🦸🏻♀️
But there are times when the immune system may not be working as well as it should, or the body encounters a germ that it hasn’t been exposed to before, that we’re more likely to become ill.
READ MORE: What is the immune system and how does it work?
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Easy ways to support your immune system
There are some simple diet and lifestyle steps that you can take to help keep your immune system in fighting form.
Regular exercise and managing your stress levels may help a healthy immune response. Washing your hands and wearing a face mask when you’re out and about providing a physical barrier to germs. Here are 3 more simple ways to support your hard-working immune system.
eat a healthy diet
Include vegetables, fruits, lean meat and plant-based proteins, wholegrains and nuts to get a broad range of nutrients like vitamin C, zinc and vitamin B6 to support your immune system.
get some sleep
A good night’s sleep does more than just recharge your batteries. Getting adequate and regular sleep also helps to strengthen your natural immunity.
look after your gut
Did you know that 70% of your immune system is in your gut? Makes sense to look after it when it comes to immune health. Bump up your intake of probiotic and fermented foods to help take care of your gut.
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How to manage symptoms of cold & flu
Sniffles, itchy sore throat, cough - no one likes being sick. When you’re suffering from cold and flu-like symptoms there are some simple things that you can do to help yourself feel better.
If you’re sick, stay home. Coughing and sneezing into your elbow is also good etiquette. Washing your hands more and touching your face less can also help you to look after yourself.
- Drink plenty of fluids so that you don’t become dehydrated. Warm drinks and soups are particularly good to help ease a sore throat. An easy go-to is hot water with a squeeze of lemon, fresh ginger and manuka honey.
- Get some sleep. Notice a theme here? Not only is sleep a good allrounder when it comes to immunity, but when you aren’t feeling the best, getting sleep and rest will help your recovery.
- Steam inhalations and saltwater gargles are simple home remedies that may help ease congestion and relieve a sore throat.
If your symptoms persist or worsen it’s important that you speak to your GP and seek medical assistance.
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This is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Any information published on this website or by this brand is not intended as a substitute for medical advice. If you have any concerns or questions about your health you should consult with a health professional.