Just In
- 4 hrs ago New Book ‘Kathmandu Chronicle: Reclaiming India-Nepal Relations’ To Shed Light On Geopolitical Uncertainties
- 8 hrs ago Russian Influencer Starves His Newborn To Death With Sunlight Diet, Know Dos And Don’ts Of This Diet
- 11 hrs ago Mahavir Jayanti 2024: Date, Time, History, Celebrations And Teachings Of Lord Mahavir In Jainism
- 12 hrs ago Parineeti Chopra Saree Looks: Check Amar Singh Chamkila Actor's Regal Fashion Statements
Don't Miss
- Sports Most Sixes by a Team in IPL 2024 After Sunrisers Hyderabad Post 266/7 Against Delhi Capitals on April 20
- News Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP's Moradabad Candidate Kunwar Sarvesh Kumar Dies Day After Polling
- Movies When Aishwarya Rai Gives ‘Classy Slap’ On Journalist’s Face For Asking Her To Pose Nude, Watch Video
- Education Assam Class 10 Result 2024 Declared: Anurag Emerged as the Top Performer With 593 Marks
- Finance 2 Tata Group Dividend Stocks To Buy/Sell After Q4 Results, Dividend Announcement
- Automobiles Tata Altroz Records a 55% Sales Growth in March 2024
- Technology Best Noise-Cancelling Earbuds Under Rs 5,000: CMF Buds Pro, Redmi Buds 5, Realme Buds Air 5, and More
- Travel Journey From Delhi To Ooty: Top Transport Options And Attractions
Coronavirus: 10 Ways To Boost Your Immunity To Lower The Risk Of Infection
Till date, coronavirus (COVID-19) has infected 1,854,174 people and claimed 114,291 lives. And, while the whole world is grappling with dangers this virus poses to mankind, it is crucial to practice basic hygiene methods and also incorporate certain ways to boost your immune system to protect yourself.
People with underlying health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, cancer, hypertension and respiratory issues as well as older people are considered to be at an increased risk of contracting coronavirus due to weakened immunity.
So, it is essential to strengthen your immune system to combat the virus threat and not engage in activities that may worsen your immunity.
Read on to know the ways to boost your immune system against coronavirus.
1. Have a healthy diet
The food you consume as a part of your daily diet plays a key role in determining your overall health. Eat a healthy balanced diet that includes foods such as bell peppers, mushrooms, green leafy vegetables, fruits, fish, nuts and spices to help build resilience in your body against infections as they are rich in vitamins and minerals. In addition, consuming low-carb diets will help control high blood sugar, high blood pressure and diabetes [1].
2. Exercise daily
Engaging in physical activity is important to build immunity, improve metabolism and keep your mind and body fit. Try doing low-impact exercises indoors like skipping ropes, swimming, lifting weights for 30 to 45 minutes with available resources [2].
Coronavirus Lockdown: 6 Ways To Relieve Stress While Working From Home
3. Get more sleep
Sleep is necessary to strengthen the immune system. If you are sleep-deprived, it can suppress your immunity which means you will be more likely to contract the virus and less sleep will also impair your brain activity. Get at least 7-8 hours of sleep daily at night [3].
4. Drink plenty of water
Hydrating your body is important to help flush out the toxins from the body and increase your immunity. Dehydration causes the body to have low immunity because it lowers the overall volume of blood and lymphatic fluids that are necessary for a healthy immune system response. So, drink up to 8-10 glasses of water or you can go for healthy alternatives like fruit juices, vegetable juices and coconut water [4].
5. Practice meditation
Stressing out too much or getting anxious about the ongoing situation can have a negative impact on your health. Too much stress can release the stress hormone cortisol, which impairs your body's immunity response towards fighting infections. So, if you are stressed or anxious, practice meditation [5].
Coronavirus: What Is Social Distancing? Dos And Don'ts Of Social Distancing
6. Maintain a healthy weight
Excess weight can turn the body's natural defence system against you and lead to chronic diseases linked to overweight and obesity. So, maintain a healthy weight in order to boost your immune system [6].
7. Avoid drinking and smoking
Following unhealthy lifestyle habits such as smoking, vaping and drinking will weaken your immunity. Smoking lowers the lung capacity and destroys the healthy cells that line your respiratory tract, these cells help to fight viruses that enter through the nose [7].
8. Limit sugar intake
Decrease the intake of refined carbohydrates as they contain added sugars that may contribute to obesity and overweight. And it will also increase inflammation and the risk of other chronic health conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.
What Are The Possible Causes Of A COVID-19 Patient To Relapse After Recovery?
9. Eat probiotic-rich foods
Probiotic-rich foods such as yogurt, kimchi, kefir and sauerkraut are rich in beneficial bacteria, which upon consumption will keep your digestive tract healthy, thereby boosting your immune system [8].
10. Get enough sunlight
Sunlight is a good source of vitamin D, an essential vitamin that helps regulate the immune system. The body naturally produces vitamin D when exposed to sunlight. So, soak in some early morning sunlight daily [9].
Additional Tips For Improving Immunity
- If you are dependent on smoking and drinking, moderation is the key as sudden withdrawal can be risky.
- Wash your hands with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitiser.
- Avoid consuming high doses of vitamin supplements to boost your immunity as they can cause various side effects.
- Avoid reading or listening to incorrect information on coronavirus, not knowing the appropriate information can increase your stress levels.
- healthCOVID Surge In India: Do You Need A COVID-19 Booster Shot?
- disorders cureCommon COVID Symptoms In Fully Vaccinated Individuals: What You Should Know
- wellnessMild COVID Linked To Life-Threatening Blood Clots, Increased Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease; Study
- wellnessCOVID-19 Variants In India: New COVID Variant May Pose Threat To Elderly People
- basicsCovid-19 Linked To Early Onset Of Periods: What You Need To Know
- wellnessCOVID XBB Variants Of Omicron In India: What You Should Know
- disorders cureNew Omicron Subvariant BQ.1 Detected In Maharashtra: What You Should Know
- disorders cureOmicron BF.7 In India, Risk Of Fresh Wave During Diwali: What You Should Know
- wellnessCoronavirus Residues Might Be Causing Long COVID: New Study
- wellnessCentury-Old TB Vaccine Could Be Effective Against Covid-19 And Other Infections: New Study
- disorders cureCovid-19 Patients At Risk Of Neurological & Psychiatric Conditions Two Years After The Infection: New Study
- wellnessCOVID In Smokers: An Expert Explains