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Go on the Offensive
Dr. Luigi Gratton discusses keeping your immune system in fighting shape this winter
By Luigi Gratton, M.D., M.P.H. Vice President of Medical Affairs and Education, Herbalife
Winter is a tough season for your
immune system. During these months,
your body’s natural defenses are put
to the test–forced to work overtime
against all sorts of health risks in
places like crowded environments. As
any athlete or sports fan knows, the
best defense is a good offense. So this
winter, let’s go on the offensive and
take a few steps to give your immune
system a competitive edge:
1. Have a glass of water
Actually, have eight every day. Your
body needs water for almost all its
functions–including carrying nutrients
to the cells and removing toxins. One
of water’s most valuable functions is
its effectiveness as an overall immunesystem
booster. So when you’re thirsty,
drink water.
2. Eat right
That means a diet that’s high in fiber
and low in fat, contains the right
amount of high-quality protein and is
rich in fruits and vegetables. A proper
diet will provide your body with
disease-protective phytonutrients and
other antioxidants, and support your
immune system’s ability to perform
its best. And keep in mind, being
overweight can weaken immune
functioning–which is why eating
right and exercising are important for
a healthy immune system.
3. Relax
The science of how stress affects
immune functioning is complicated,
so just remember this: stress can
weaken your natural defenses. It can
inhibit ordinary immune functioning
and create or aggravate disorders
that attack the immune system.
Managing stress should be a top
priority. That means relaxing more,
exercising (which is proven to reduce
stress), and putting more fun into
your life.
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is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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