Natural strengthening of immunity
Immunity is the body’s natural ability to fight various types of infections, both bacterial and viral. We can influence our immunity through our daily eating habits and lifestyle.
It is important to follow these rules as constantly and regularly as possible, because it is impossible to strengthen your immunity in just a few days. This is a long-term process, so it is better to think about it earlier, e.g. before the autumn-winter season or a period of increased morbidity. Then you should introduce ingredients with positive effects into your diet.
Natural plants and herbs with proven effects on strengthening the immune system include:
- Aloe arborvitae (and other varieties)
The most important raw material from this plant is the juice and gel from the leaves, which contains the most active compounds (polysaccharides and glycoproteins). It has bactericidal and anti-inflammatory properties and stimulates and regulates immune mechanisms. It is used in cases of increased susceptibility to diseases, especially recommended during convalescence and for the elderly.
- Purple coneflower (also J. narrow-leaved, J. pale.)
The herb and root of this plant can be used. It stimulates the production of interferon and properydin, which are designed to fight viruses. They increase the number and mobility of white blood cells, which increases the body’s immunity and helps fight bacterial and viral infections more quickly. It is used for prevention and as an aid in the fight against flu, colds and inflammation of the respiratory tract.
- Elderberry
Both the flower and the elderberry fruit have a positive effect on immunity. They have a good diaphoretic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effect and can increase resistance to infectious diseases and infections. They are used in the case of colds and flu, accompanied by cough and difficult to expectorate, residual secretions.
- Ginger
The rhizome of this plant has very wide applications: from anti-emetic, choleretic and stimulating peristalsis of the digestive tract, through anti-ulcer and even anti-cancer, to antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is used in the case of infections, colds and flu also due to its diaphoretic and expectorant effect.
- Garlic
It is called a natural antibiotic. And rightly so, because it has strong antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral and even anthelmintic properties for a plant raw material. It is often used to prevent and during infections because it reduces inflammation, facilitates expectoration and relieves the feeling of shortness of breath.
Do not forget about a healthy, well-balanced diet.
Let’s take care of a large amount of vegetables and fruits that will provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Let’s give up simple sugars and processed foods, which, apart from empty calories and a temporary feeling of satiety, do not provide us with any nutritional value.
Our lifestyle is also important, so it is worth following a few rules:
- Adequate amount of sleep: 7-8 hours – the body needs enough time to rest and regenerate.
- Limit stimulants such as alcohol, cigarettes or drugs: they have a destructive effect on the entire body and cause many disorders in its functioning, including large, negative changes in the immune system.
- Avoiding chronic stress: the body exposed to long-term stress is weakened and will not have enough strength to fight infections quickly and efficiently.
- Regular physical activity: introducing such a habit has many advantages. Activity min. 3 times a week increases the body’s efficiency, improves the functioning of the immune system, has a positive effect on blood circulation, and can prevent diabetes and atherosclerosis. Additionally, it increases the secretion of endorphins, i.e. the so-called happiness hormones, which is why it is considered a good way to relieve stress, especially for people with a sedentary lifestyle.
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📚 Sources and references
Content developed by, among others: based on monographs of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) and publications indexed in PubMed:
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Content is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute medical advice and does not replace consultation with a doctor, pharmacist or other qualified health care professional. Consult your doctor before using herbs, especially if you are taking medications, are pregnant, breastfeeding or have chronic diseases.