As we barrel toward the end of the year, you may have heard on a daily basis, that cold and flu season is here in full force. Undoubtedly, it makes you wish that you could just protect yourself and your loved ones by living in a bubble to prevent unwanted germs. What if you could do something to shield yourself from illness, one that can boost your immunity naturally and effectively?
The primary role of our immune system is to protect and fight against infectious organisms, and block them from entering our bodies.
Factors That Can Affect Our Immune System
- Lack of sleep. If you are a night owl and assume that you can get by on little sleep, beware! Studies have shown that people who don't get the proper amount of sleep or poor sleep quality are more likely to get sick after being exposed to a virus, such as a common cold virus. To make things worse, it can also affect how fast you recover if you do get sick.
- Cortisol levels.
A big challenge that plagues our immune system is a familiar foe to many of us. That challenge is STRESS. Busy work schedules and considerable daily responsibilities can leave us exhausted. Increased levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, makes it difficult for the immune system to function properly.
- Improper nutrition.
To be a warrior with a good immune system you need good and regular nourishment. Eating healthy, antioxidant-rich foods which include fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean protein is an important part of maintaining good immune system health that can help ward off infection and illness. Nourishment is not only to gain energy but also to enhance resistance against ailments.
- Stress.
Stress can, at times, be a motivator that helps you rise to the occasion. However, when it is chronic, it can take a toll on your immune system.
- Insufficient exercise. We know exercise is good for immune function and research has shown that people who exercise have better-functioning white blood cells. Exercise is also known to release endorphins which are natural hormones that affect the brain in positive ways. When we are feeling more positive and relaxed with positive wellbeing then we sleep better and handle stress better. This, in turn, can help your immune system stay strong
Chiropractic Care And The Immune System
Chiropractic care can easily be considered if your neck and back are in pain, but it also aids in overall health, including aiding in our immune system. Our spine is part of the central nervous system and the immune system is directly connected to our spine. It makes perfect sense that keeping the spine in proper alignment allows all systems in the body to function more efficiently.
The perfect way to have optimal health is to have a balance between the nervous and immune functions of the body. Chiropractic removes any nerve interference between the spine and the brain so that your brain can properly communicate with the rest of your body. By removing spinal misalignments, through Chiropractic adjustments, your central nervous system, including your immune system, can then perform the necessary functions to fight illnesses, such as increasing white blood cell production or releasing antibodies without interference.
The Takeaway
By reducing stress, getting quality sleep, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise and ideal nourishment you can maximize your overall immunity to the illnesses around us. Chiropractic care can help your body function at its best for optimal health.
If you are routinely getting sick and want to prevent illnesses, or simply want an overall better quality of life, it may be time to look into Chiropractic care as part of your health and wellness journey.
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