Thin work
How perfect is the human body, you begin to realize when you are trying to understand the work of the immune system. This complex mechanism protects us from external enemies (viruses, bacteria, poisonous substances, fungi), and from our own cells, for some reason decided to attack it (cancer cells). We are endowed with a unique ability of self-healing. If we had not had this priceless protection, even the smallest wound could have become a mortal threat to life. However, our worst enemies are still ourselves. Stress, malnutrition, smoking, alcohol, lack of sleep and physical activity, taking antibiotics, bring to nothing all the efforts of the immune system. Doctors repeat in one voice: it is necessary to stimulate immunity (especially since any external intrusion into this not yet thoroughly studied system can be dangerous), how much to support. If you want to be healthy, change your lifestyle. The immune system is very closely related to the nervous, autonomic and endocrine systems. Failure in the immune system leads to violations in the work of other internal organs.
Signals «SOS»
Frequent colds and the inability to get rid of any infection are far from the only sign that your immunity needs help. "Of course, correspondence diagnosis is hardly possible. Consultation of a specialist is necessary. But there are a number of signs that you should pay attention to: they can be a consequence of a decrease in immune defense. These are: drowsiness, increased lethargy, low blood pressure; nervousness, quick-tempered; plaque on the tongue; frequent appearances, aches in muscles, fatigue, fatigue; chills. At the critical stage of immunodeficiency, chronic diseases and complications appear. Here, signs of weakened immunity are brittle nails that break apart, scaly, cracked skin, dull split hair.
Vital
The main "organs" of the immune system are thymus, spleen, bone marrow and lymph nodes. What to do? In a large number of risk factors leading to a decrease in immunity, three indicators are central: nutrition, stress and lack of physical activity. Since immunity is a system, a whole set of measures must be taken to restore and strengthen it. Under one condition: do it only after a preliminary consultation with your doctor.
Check the intestinal microflora
Since about 60% of immune cells are concentrated in the intestine, starting to increase the body's defenses follows from the solution of gastroenterological problems. In most cases, the cause of the disorder of immunity is a banal dysbiosis - a violation of the balance of the intestinal microflora. Inhabitants of the microcosm of the gastrointestinal tract are necessary to stimulate the immune system, maintain metabolic processes, and assimilate vitamins. When this balance is broken, useful bacteria are replaced by putrefactive and pathogenic microflora, which leads to a decrease in immunity. As a preventive measure, enter the daily menu of sour milk drinks (kefir, sour milk - at least one serving per day), fresh fruits and vegetables, unrefined vegetable oils: these products contribute to the normal life of useful intestinal bacteria. When diagnosing "dysbacteriosis", first of all, it is necessary to restore the bacterial balance in the intestine, i.e. populate it with useful bacteria. To cope with this task will help, in particular, combined medicines, which consist of several types of beneficial bacteria. They settle throughout the intestines and suppress the growth of pathogens.
By the skeet! Correct the diet
It is unlikely that you will be surprised by the fact that inadequate nutrition and lack of vitamins and minerals is the main reason for the decrease in immunity. To increase your defenses, enter into the diet: broccoli, carrots, pumpkin, squash, squash; strawberries, kiwi, all citrus fruits; salmon, turkey meat. As often as possible, add salads, soups and other dishes of parsley, dill, roots and leaves of celery. Increase the immunity will help and quail eggs. They need to be eaten raw on an empty stomach for 7-8 pieces. Fresh fruits and vegetables, freshly squeezed juices are the main source of vitamins. But in the autumn and winter it is not necessary to neglect and reception of vitamin complexes. Particular attention is given to vitamin C. A shock dose in the form of a usual ascorbic, containing a daily dose of vitamin C, will protect against colds. According to the RAMS, the lack of vitamin C in the ration of Russians is 70%. 6o-8o% have a shortage of vitamin B and E. According to other studies, the lack of at least one of the elements (zinc, iron, etc.) significantly reduces immunity.
At peace! Forget about stress
Chronic stress contributes to the development of cortisol, and over time such a negative hormonal background begins to suppress and weaken the immune system. Try not to sink into a stressful situation for a long time. To achieve this, use the technique of "three questions". It helps to see the situation in a different light. Before you start solving the difficulties, wait 2-3 minutes for the emotions to settle down. Then proceed to the analysis, answering the following questions: what good can I learn from this situation? What can I learn and what conclusions can I draw? About how to correct a situation, relying on analysis, and not on emotions? In a prolonged stressful situation, the nervous system needs to help cope with the load. This can be done with the help of medicinal plants, for example, infusions of mint, valerian or complex preparations.
Run for health! Workout
The lack of muscle activity leads to a slowdown in the work of all body systems, including the immune system. One of the consequences is that blood circulation slows down and access of immune cells to affected areas (for example, if you are injured) is hampered. Do a small workout daily, at least for 15-20 minutes. No time or desire for exercises? - Dance to your favorite music, fool around with the children, take a walk with the dog. After the morning warm-up, take a shower (for a particularly strong spirit and body can contrast) - it will cheer up not only you, but your immune system. Rub the body with a damp washcloth with intense short movements: this stimulates blood circulation.