Your immune system works as a well-organized team to protect you from infections. When it detects potentially dangerous bacteria or viruses, such as the Coronavirus (COVID-19), your immune system unleashes a powerful army to destroy what could potentially harm your body. At least that’s how things should work.
Numerous things can impede your immune system, inhibiting its ability to fight the coronavirus and other threats. A weak immune system can’t effectively fight bacteria, viruses, and toxins. As a result, you become increasingly susceptible to infections.
The World Health Organization (WHO) calls the Coronavirus a pandemic, or a disease that is spreading in multiple countries around the world at the same time.
As of March 15, 2020 here are the FACTS:
- 85,000 are sick with Coronavirus...80,860 of those are in China. If you are not in or have not visited China, you should not be alarmed by this large number of cases, as just 5% of the cases are in the USA.
- 94% of cases are MILD... 6% are SERIOUS. If you get it, you will most likely recover from it.
- COVID-19 has a fatality rate of just 2%...Under 50 years old fatality rate of .2%
- Worst day in China so far was 2/10/2020 where 108 people died of coronavirus...On that same day in the USA,
- 26,283 people died of Cancer
- 24,641 people died of Heart Disease
- 4,300 people died of Diabetes
- Suicide took 28 times more lives than the virus did
The good news is that with the right strategies, you can minimize your risk of the coronavirus to keep your immune system strong.
Common sense creates a good foundation for a strong immune system to fight viruses such as the Coronavirus. Besides washing your hands and being mindful of your surroundings, other factors to consider for Coronavirus prevention and immune health include:
- Naturally boost your immune system:
- Chiropractic Adjustments (cause Interleukin 2 cells to kill off viral invaders in your body)
- Immune Boosting Supplements (See Front Desk for Protocol)
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a natural cleaning spray or wipes.
- Avoid contact with co-workers and other people as much as possible if you’re feeling ill or sick. (Even the sniffles can be an early sign of a virus)
Most importantly, don’t panic. Constantly stressing or worrying can trigger illness and prolong its duration.
Fortunately, you have plenty of control to keep your immune system strong and minimize infections. Prevention is key to avoid infections.
How you eat and live can dramatically impact how well your immune system works.
9 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM STRONG DURING THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC:
1. Get Adjusted. Research shows that even a single chiropractic adjustment can positively benefit your immune system. A three-year clinical study conducted by Ronald Pero, Ph.D., chief of cancer prevention research at New York’s Preventive Medicine Institute, shows that those who receive chiropractic care have a 200% greater immune competence than those who do not. Chiropractic care can provide other ways to keep your immune system strong including stress management tips and immune-supporting supplements.
2. Eat well. A strong immune system starts with what you put on the end of your fork. Eating plenty of antioxidant-rich vegetables and low-sugar fruits, for instance, can lower the number of free radicals to keep your immune system strong. The omega-3 fatty acids in wild-caught seafood can help manage inflammation levels. Our Core and Advanced Plans include these and other foods. Both plans provide all the nutrients you need to keep your immune system healthy.
3. Get the right nutrients. Being proactive about a strong immune system requires getting the right nutrients. See Front Desk for Immune Protocol
4. Exercise. Moderate amounts of exercise can support your immune system. Strength training and higher-intensity exercise are great, but even walking counts. One study found that post-menopausal women who walked 30 minutes daily for a year had half the colds as those who didn’t exercise.
5. Manage stress. Researchers looked at more than 300 human studies over three decades. They found that being constantly stressed can harm your immune system. Keeping stress under control depends on what works for you: Meditation, deep breathing, regular exercise can all be helpful.
6. Stay hydrated. When you’re dehydrated, you lower the volume of blood and lymphatic fluids that support a healthy immune system. Dehydration can also increase inflammation, so your body can’t work as efficiently to fight viruses and other infections. Drink plenty of clean, filtered water throughout your day.
7. Minimize environmental toxins. Buy organic foods whenever possible. Be mindful about cosmetics and other everyday products that can contain problem ingredients. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) has excellent guides on buying the best produce, skincare products, and household cleaners. Go to www.ewg.org for more information.
8. Get good sleep. When you don’t sleep well, you limit the ability of your immune cells to fight infections. Lack of sleep means you’re more likely to get sick after you’re exposed to a virus, plus your body takes longer to recover from illness. Aim for eight hours of solid, uninterrupted sleep every night, and consider a sleep supplement if you have trouble falling or staying asleep.
9. Protect your gut. Your immune system and gut work together. After all, about 70 percent of your immune system is in your gut. An out-of-balance gut can weaken your immune system. Good gut health includes eating plenty of fermented and cultured foods, which contain probiotics to support your immune system. Boost your gut health with 50Billion Probiotic supplement.
While global health concerns can feel nerve-wracking, you don’t need to be a victim of panic.
Be proactive and take common-sense approaches to your health.
With these strategies, you have the power to support and maintain a strong immune system.