Wetteraukreis(in the). A highly complex and well-coordinated team of cells and cell products, liquids, messenger substances and tissues takes on the task of preventing foreign substances from penetrating, disposing of cell waste and preventing excessive cell growth. The most important friends and supporters of an intact defense are easy to find or to realize, especially in the Wetterau region – despite Corona and lockdown.
As effectively as the individual departments of the immune system work together – they also require care. Serious infections, operations and subsequent therapies as well as underlying illnesses keep the defense in constant stress.
On the other hand, excessive hygiene contributes to the fact that our immune system becomes “bored” and tends to attack our own body. Other causes of a weakened immune system are physical and emotional stress, too little sleep and poor nutrition, and especially in winter the dry heating air.
Signs of a weakened immune system are frequent, recurring and / or long-lasting banal infections (runny nose, cough), poor wound healing, the feeling of constant weakness, difficulty concentrating.
In addition to weight loss, dull hair, brittle fingernails, dry skin and gums can also indicate malnutrition. What helps the defense on its feet:
Healthy, balanced diet:With fresh fruit and vegetables, fruit juices, tea and mineral water. Local farm, organic and natural food stores are the perfect shopping address, especially in winter when the garden and balcony don’t give too much. Before taking dietary supplements and vitamin preparations indiscriminately, you should have your personal immune status determined by a doctor.
Lifestyle:A regular lifestyle with sufficient sleep and recovery phases is important and exercise in the fresh air – for example, brisk hiking or jogging through the attractive weather landscape – in weather-appropriate, breathable clothing.
Resilience:alternating showers, Kneipp baths, moderate heating of the apartment even in winter: 21 degrees are ideal in living rooms and 18 degrees in bedrooms.
Regular sports training:Many clubs and studios offer their course hours online in lockdown, sometimes for a small fee: Just click in and take part! Regular, balanced exercise not only benefits your heart, circulation and weight – the number of phagocytes and killer cells in the immune system also increases.
Vitamins for the soul:Psycho-immunologists have long since proven it: love and humor, tenderness and praise, happy events and meaningful tasks stimulate the defense through the release of happiness hormones. In times of isolation, these natural supporters are not readily available. It is all the more important to stay in loving contact with each other – even if it is “only” by phone call, email or WhatsApp.
Rehabilitation of sources of infection:Chronic inflammation, for example of the teeth, the jaw, the frontal and sinus cavities, the tonsils or the appendix, should be cleaned up. A blood test is necessary to track down such disruptive factors.
Immune stimulants from the plant world:Echinacea, arnica and tree of life preparations from pharmacies and health food stores can strengthen the body’s cell defenses, but should only be taken when symptoms begin (for example, scratching the throat). A targeted cure with kefir and yoghurt can support the intestine as an important organ of the immune system.
Preventive vaccinations:You should definitely ask your family doctor in advance, also about corona vaccination. He knows previous illnesses and current medication intake and can give useful advice, for example before an intramuscular spade.
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