Our immune system protects us against disease and harmful pathogens.
It’s actually a complex system that interacts with all other bodily systems. Due to its importance and universality within the body, many things affect the immune system, for better or worse.
We don’t live in a vacuum. Our reality is filled with all kinds of organisms, many of which we can’t see. There’s no way to completely avoid pathogens, that’s why immune health is paramount.
When your immune system is robust, you’re (literally) immune to just about everything. When you’re immunocompromised, your body becomes vulnerable to many illnesses.
Immune health is crucial. And here’s the empowering thing… Our daily choices can greatly improve our immune system. That’s what this article will help you with.
Note that this isn’t even a complete list, just an extensive resource to give you some new ideas. There are countless foods, herbs and other strategies to boost your immune system.
Of course, do your own research before blindly swallowing supplements. Remember, everything has an ideal dosage range.
Better Sleep For Immune Health
- Wear an eye mask to improve sleep
- Have a night time routine to improve sleep
- Take melatonin to improve sleep
- Prioritize your sleep
- Reduce blue light exposure before sleep
Probiotic Foods (Gut health is crucial for immune health)
- Probiotic supplements
- Prebiotic supplements
- Sauerkraut
- Kimchi
- Tempeh
- Kefir
Herbs & Supplements For Immune Health
- Chaga mushrooms
- Reishi mushrooms
- Lions mane mushrooms
- Astragalus
- Garlic
- Onions
- Cinnamon
- Turmeric
- Ginseng
- Ginger
- Rosemary
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Zinc
- Elderberry
- Colloidal silver
- Myrrh
- Echinacea
- Glutathione
Foods That Support Immune Health
- Spinach
- Kale
- Sunflower seeds
- Blueberries
- Red Peppers
- Broccoli
- Apples
- Bone broth
- Honey
- Dark chocolate
Fruits High In Vitamin C
- Grapefruits
- Oranges
- Tangerines
- Lemons
- Limes
- Clementines
- Papayas
- Kiwis
Lymphatic System Health
- Exercise
- Dry brushing
- Jump on a rebounder or mini-trampoline
- Hang upside down
- Headstands or handstands
- Get a massage
- Self-massage
Mindfulness Practices (Reduce stress & inflammation, and support immune health)
- Meditate
- Breathe deeply
- Breathwork (pranayama)
- Exercise
- Walk outside
- Dance
- Sing or tone
- Laugh more
- Listen to harmonious music
- Play music
- Take a long shower
- Take a bath
- Feel gratitude
- Wholeheartedly believe in your health (leverage the power of belief and the placebo effect)
Nature For Immune Health
- Ground with your bare feet on the Earth
- Get sunlight
- Get fresh air
- Walk or hike in nature
- Swim
- Cold water therapy (start with 30 seconds of cold water at the end of your shower)
Miscellaneous
- Intermittent fasting (12-72 hours)
- Juicing (celery juice, carrot juice)
Some Things To Avoid For Immune Health
- Stress
- Alcohol
- Smoking
How To Implement This
- Pick at least one from each category to implement every day.
- Commit to doing these every day for optimal immune health.
Note that this doesn’t need to apply to fasting or juicing.
Recommended Resources
Exercise
Since most of us are at home practicing social distancing right now, it’s the perfect time to learn and master bodyweight training.
The workout plan I’m following is Convict Conditioning by Coach Paul Wade. It’s honestly my favorite workout ever. You develop the flexibility and structural integrity of yoga, with the strength and power of weight training.
Here’s where to get it: Convict Conditioning
Supplements
In terms of supplements for overall health and immune system support, I’m taking a Healthy Aging and Telomere Support, as well as an Immune Booster supplement.
Getting your food and nutrition delivered to your door is key right now, so you can do that here: Full Product Catalog
Mental/Emotional Health
Now more than ever, it’s so important to stay centered.
There’s so much fear and anxiety sweeping the globe. If you can remain calm, you put yourself in a position to see opportunities, think creatively, thrive among chaos and help other people.
This is what I call Heart Centered Leadership.
I developed a Heart Centered Leadership training that is FREE throughout the COVID-19 crisis. Because the world needs more Heart Centered Leaders right now.
Access it here: Heart Centered Leadership
We have the power to upgrade or downgrade our immune systems in every moment.
Stay centered amidst any external chaos. And move from your center.
Sending you love, well-wishes and blessings.
~ Stephen Parato
Plain English Disclaimer: This article is not medical advice. This is for information purposes only.
