5 Ways to Boost Your Immune System for Flu Season

1.  Optimize nutrition diversity.  A.k.a., “eat the rainbow.”  A variety of fruits and vegetables is better than just eating a whole lot of one type.  Protein and healthy fats are also important.  So, just a diverse diet in general.

2.  Take it easy and get some sleep.  Your immune system is far more likely to struggle if you’re worn out and stressed.  Even one night of bad sleep can lower your immune response by up to 70%.

3.  Exercise.  It boosts immunity by lowering the stress hormone levels in your body.  It also helps with inflammation and makes immune cells more active.

4.  Consider vitamins and supplements.  Just don’t expect them to be “magic” pills.  They should complement . . . not replace . . . healthy lifestyle habits.

5.  Socialize.  The bonding hormone oxytocin has been shown to lower stress levels, reduce inflammation, and boost immune function.  Just obviously steer clear if that friend who wants to hang has ACTIVE COVID. 

(Source: Fox News)

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