Healthy Immune System

With the crazy world right now and Winter being not far away and bringing the flu season with it, I thought now may be a good time to share some tips to a healthy immune system.

Our immune systems do an awesome job protecting and defending us against disease causing microorganisms. Germs get into our bodies sometimes and can make us unwell, but with the help of some healthy living strategies we can guard ourselves.

Every part of our body including our immune system functions better when it's protected against toxins and helped out by healthy living.

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Healthy Immune System Checklist

• Don't smoke

• Eat a balanced diet, high in fruits and veggies

• Exercise often

• Maintain a healthy weight

• If you drink alcohol, drink in moderation

• Get enough sleep

• Practice good hygiene

• Minimize stress

Healthy Eating checklist

• Include lean protein in each meal

• Include healthy fats in each meal

• Eat loads of fruit and veggies every day

• Eat more nutrient dense whole foods

• Eat less processed foods and sugar

• Drink less alcohol

• Drink 8 glasses of water a day