Boosting Immunity

Boosting Immunity

Are you ready to feel stronger? Don't want to catch every bug that goes around? Want to feel like you don't need a hazmat suit to travel? It's time to boost your immune system!

Let's start with what we are eating and drinking. Everyone knows they 'should' eat better, but what does that mean? It does NOT need to be complicated. It doesn't have to require a book, seminar, webinar, formal training, or any other informational session. It's quite simple.

• Fuel your body - Think of your body as a machine, the quality of the fuel you put in impacts the quality of the product you will get out!
• Fruits and Veggies - at least 5 servings per day, preferably organic and local
• Whole Grains - pick grains in their natural form and that give you the biggest bang per serving like brown rice or quinoa and breads that contain these whole grains like Ezekiel bread
• Protein - pick lean meats, eggs, low fat dairy, and yogurts (especially greek or keifer) - whenever possible, choose organic
• Water, Water, Water! 
• You need at least 64oz of water per day - that's 8 glasses that are 8oz in size
• For best results, take your body weight in pounds and divide by 2
• Example: 180lb person needs 90oz of water per day
• For every caffeinated beverage you drink, you need another glass of water!
• Herbal decaf teas, lemon water, or carbonated naturally flavored waters are great alternatives

It's really that easy! Now we could go much more in depth on nutrition but that's not the point of this post.

So we have a well fueled and hydrated body. Now let's hit exercise.

• 30 minutes of cardio every single day - this can be split up over the day
• Walk around the block, park in the back of the lot, take the stairs, fidget in your chair
• Aim for 10,000 steps per day
• Strength train 3 days a week
• Some simple weight lifting can lead to a stronger body and increased immune system

Vitamins and supplements - does anyone else feel confused by these? Keep it simple:

• Take a high quality multi-vitamin every single day
• Supplement with extra calcium and vitamin D (especially women)

Essential oils can also help support your immunity. These oils include Frankincense, Wild Orange, Lemon, Melaleuca, Oregano, and many more! If this might be something you are interested in, contact me.