The secret to immunity is embedded within nature

In the recent scenario, no other physiological term can make more sense than IMMUNITY. So, let us talk about a potentially important domain of immunity, that is how to boost your immunity naturally

Sleep adequate

I couldn’t help but start with this one. When everyone around is just busy concentrating on edibles to improve immunity naturally, sleep is actually one of the most important gifts you can give to your body to develop immunity from within. Scientific studies have cited that inadequate REM (rapid eye movement) sleep can be capable enough to reduce your immune power. Make sure you have 6-8 hours of sleep every day. Sleep deprivation can actually be more fatal than you can think…

Enrich your diet with Vitamin C

As we know, Vitamin C is one naturally enriched holy grill, product for improving the immune status of our body. So, make sure to include Vitamin C sources such as limes, plums, oranges and loads of fresh citrus fruits in your diet. Vitamin C not only prevents the onset of infection in the body but also cures any existing infections and inflammation in the body because of the presence of anti-inflammatory properties.

Give major attention to your gut health

Ancient Ayurveda has proclaimed since time immemorial that your gut controls the wellbeing of the body. The theory has not lost its applicability even in the modern context. Researchers are head-on heels to make people understand that having gut friendly food can reduce instances of your body suffering from infections. Poor gut health can make you vulnerable to infecting pathogens. When it comes to friends of guts, nothing can literally beat probiotics. The commonly available probiotics like curd can be taken daily. At the same time, foodless spices and oils can be good for the gut. Try having more greens and less junk

Farewell to sugar

The high blood glucose level in the blood has been associated with compromised immunity. Diabetics have been statistically represented to have the lowest immunity in their bodies. all of these facts indicate the one prime truth that high blood sugar levels in your blood can threaten your immunity status and actually make you fall prey to frequent infections

Stop stressing yourself

Excessive stress leads to a cascade of reactions that enables the body to cope with it. One of the primary stress responses in the body includes the release of the hormone cortisol. Cortisol is a potential intruder into the normal T cell (the most active innate immunity component of your body) activity, thus reducing your immune power. Moreover, cortisol has been seen to decrease the level of functional antibodies in your body (mainly IgA). Antibodies are the frontline warriors of your body that ensures your capability to fight infections. Antibodies also line your internal organs to keep them infection-free. Hence, hampering their activity can be of immense risk to the body immunity.


To keep yourself stress-free, you can try out some holistic approaches such as yoga or meditation. You can pursue your favourite hobbies and also spend more time with your family and close friends.

Try to consume food rich in antioxidants

Antioxidant-rich food can help you combat the increased oxidative stress in your body built up by ever-increasing free radicals. Free radicals make you prone to catching an infection and are pro-inflammatory in nature. Eating more fresh leafy vegetables and fruits can be a good approach to increase the antioxidant level in your body. Seeds, nuts and whole grains with the husk intact are excellent sources of antioxidants and can liberate your body of the vulnerability to lack immunity

Have an active lifestyle

Involving yourself in light to moderate exercise every day can be a spurt of good health and a fit body. Research has indicated that light to moderate physical workout sessions every day can be of immense help to the immunity system of the body. Exercise also keeps away stress and hence boosts your immunity. It also reduces inflammation. It is not necessary that you have to visit the gym for working out. You can practise some brisk walking and jogging. Exposing yourself for at least 20 minutes every day to the sunlight can be of great help to the immune system, as Vitamin D has been shown to pose positive impacts on the immune system of the body.

Curb down bad habits

Well, naturally boosting your immunity is not all about inclusion, it is also about excluding the bad habits that you may have acquired. Curb down on the consumption of excess alcohol and tobacco. Moderate drinking may be permissible, but an overdose of alcohol is capable to crash your immunity. Smoking cigarettes is unique in its detrimental effect. The smoke of cigarettes and the nicotine that you inhale is going to damage the immune cells that line the respiratory tract. So, it is better to quit smoking if you want a healthy immune system.

Nicotine has been proven to interfere with the functioning of a lot of immune mediators like cytokines. They also have derogatory effects on the immune cells of the body like T cells, B cells and others

Focus on micro supplements

We always talk about the bulk macronutrients whenever diet is concerned, but often forget the importance of micronutrients.

There are a number of herbs that have excellent medicinal properties and therefore help to improve the immunity of the body, herbs such as:
Elderberry
Echinacea
Astragalus

Have been used since time immemorial to treat the common cold and mild parasitic infections.

The inclusion of Vitamin B6 (found extensively in fishes like salmon and tuna), and Vitamin E (the strongest known antioxidant) can prove to be a boon for the immune system

Natural immunity is the key factor that imparts your body system, the strength to fight diseases and prevent the detrimental effects of the same on the body. Happy Health!!!