Good health cannot be separate from a strong immune system and truth be told; our immune system is under attack each minute of every day. When our immune system is weak, the tendency for colds and infections rises. A right and balanced diet, containing all necessary vitamins and minerals is essential and needed in order for the immune system to work properly. Certain vitamins or minerals deficiency might cause the immune system to weaken and increase its chances of being damaged.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It’s time to get stronger! We\u2019ve gathered all the natural ways to help your body defend itself better, inside an out.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s a fact that might come as a surprise to some of you, there\u2019s good bacteria out there! The friendly bacteria naturally found in our digestive system are also directly linked to the immune system. In fact, a large part of the immune system cells are located in the intestines and the probiotic bacteria act as \u201cguards\u201d and protect them. The good bacteria play an important role in operating the immune system, they contribute to the suppressing of the pathogen bacteria (disease generators) and balance the acid levels in the intestines. An addition of probiotics enriches the body with good bacteria that contribute to the strengthening of the natural defense and help the body better deal with infections. Store shelves are filled with a wide range of probiotic products and choosing one can be confusing. When choosing a probiotics product, you should make sure that the good bacteria is wrapped in a unique envelope that protects them from heat, moisture and acidity. You should also make sure that the supplement contains at least 10 different strains, at a dosage of at least 25 billion probiotic bacteria in each tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spirulina is in fact a cyanobacteria, meaning a bacterium that can photosynthesize and independently create its own food. The definition of spirulina is confusing since it has qualities resembling an alga. It was first made famous by given as a supplement for NASA astronauts, thanks to its remarkable nutritional values. spirulina is considered one of the richest nutritional sources in nature. It\u2019s a rich source for quality protein and contains many and versified nutritional components. Among its many qualities the spirulina is considered effecting in maintaining the immune system, in traditional medicine, and providing the body with an abundance of nutritional components in a small dosage makes it a superfood. Spirulina comes in various forms, but due to its unique taste \u2013 which is not for everyone \u2013 it can also be consumed in a tablet. It\u2019s recommended to choose a spirulina supplement at a concentrated dosage of at least 600mg per capsule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Vitamin C \u2013 as healthy as it gets!<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Vitamin C is considered a strong antioxidant, important for the proper functioning of the immune system and protecting from external contaminants. Vitamin C plays a key role in building the connective tissues of the body and maintaining the skin. In addition, it\u2019s essential for the proper functioning of the white blood cells, which are a key component of the immune system. Since the human body can\u2019t produce this vitamin on its own, there\u2019s a need for its constant supply through diet. You can get the vitamin from various foods, mostly from fresh fruits and vegetables, such as citrus, red peppers and green vegetables, but it\u2019s usually not enough for the body\u2019s entire need, among other reasons since its levels significantly reduce from the minute its picked until its being eaten. For instance, in order to get 500mg of vitamin C per day, you\u2019d have to eat 1-2kg of oranges! That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to use supplements, in order to prevent deficiencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Zinc is a very important mineral for the proper functioning of the immune system, on all levels, and in all age groups. Studies on zinc have shown that its addition might cause a quicker recuperation from diseases, especially in older people. Out sense of taste and smell also have to do with zinc and their decrease often has to do with its deficit. Taking a zinc supplement during cold might shorten the disease, according to research done in Cleveland, USA. Zinc can be found in meat, legumes, nuts and zinc supplements. Those who suffer zinc deficiency should make up for it and choose zinc picolinate, a binding form that improves its absorption and implementation in the body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The aster gloss root is considered one of the most important and well-known herbs in Chinese traditional medicine. It\u2019s also been taken on by modern herbal medicine and is known as one of the main herbs in strengthening the immune system. In the east it\u2019s known as the \u201cking of winter herbs\u201d, and in China it\u2019s known as a herb effective in strengthening the chi \u2013 the body\u2019s shield. The aster glass root is also included in the group of adaptogen herbs attributed with qualities that improve adaptation and recovery of the body after an illness or prolonged stress. They\u2019re considered reinforcing herbs, both physically and mentally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When choosing an astragalus supplement, you should make sure they\u2019ve been carefully planned out and contain a full extract of the herb, for its maximal potential. You should also know that the astragalus herb is safe for long term use and is considered a gentle and reinforcing herb that\u2019s even good for kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Also known as \u201cthe sun vitamin\u201d, vitamin D serves an important role in the proper functioning of the immune system. You might be surprised to learn that a high percentage of the population suffers from vitamin D deficiency even in sun-soaked countries. Among other reasons, this has to do with low sun exposure \u2013 which is a part of the modern lifestyle \u2013 resulting in longer hours indoors and fewer hours outside. The use of sunscreens also gets in the way of producing the vitamin in the skin through sun exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n That\u2019s why the best way to prevent a vitamin D deficiency year-round, is to take it as a supplement. Taking vitamin D supplements will allow you to maintain a proper level of the vitamin in the blood, even when the body doesn\u2019t produce enough f it, preventing a deficiency. world health organizations released various statements during 2020 saying that a vitamin C deficiency has been linked with epidemiologic observations in having a negative effect on respiratory infections contagion and morbidity, issuing an official recommendation to take vitamin D supplements across all levels of the population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Curcumin is the active substance in the turmeric root with many healthy and important qualities. It\u2019s considered a powerful antioxidant and has anti inflammatory effect. Alongside its impressive qualities, its prominent downside is its low biological availability. Curcumin quickly breaks off and is secreted from the body, therefore you should take it as a supplement, better one that contains 100% turmeric root extract, which also contains its active ingredients other than curcumin, and in an absorption technology that improves its biological availability in a proven research, so you can enjoy its effective benefits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Immunity is back on the table! Good health can\u2019t be separated from a strong immunity system. We\u2019ve gathered all the natural ways that will help you maintain your body, both inside and out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":45512,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[103],"tags":[33],"custom_type":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nProbiotics \u2013 the good bacteria that stands guard for you.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Spirulina \u2013 Impressive nutritional values<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Zinc \u2013 Alerts the immune system<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Astragalus \u2013 Nature\u2019s shield<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin D \u2013 The sun\u2019s vitamin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Curcumin \u2013 Herbal world\u2019s yellow gold<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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