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Healthy Lifestyle Together With Herbs And Natural Supplements Are Simple Equation To Boost The Immune System

By Bethlehem Cervantes | Update Date: Dec 28, 2016 03:12 PM EST

The immune system is a network of cells, tissues, and organs working together to shield the body from harm disease-causing organisms and substances. Sometimes, the body fails to fight these bacteria and viruses which make the immune system weaker.

The body host defense system must detect a wide variety of pathogens. Pathogens are microorganisms that can cause diseases. The idea of boosting the immune system is appealing and complicated because the defense system of the body is not just a single entity.

Researchers are still trying to figure the scientifical interconnectedness between lifestyle and enhanced immune function. They are investigating the effects of diet, psychological stress, and other factors such age and exercise duration on the immune response in humans. In the meantime, general healthy-living strategies and natural supplements are a good way to start giving the immune system the strength to fight pathogens.

The first line of defense towards keeping the immune system strong is to have a healthy lifestyle. The human body will function better when strengthened by effective strategies. Eating a diet high in vitamins and minerals plus low in saturated fat, getting exercise regularly, and having a good personal hygiene will protect the body from microorganisms attack.

The natural supplements for immune system boosters are Astragalus, Cold Snap, Echinacea, Esberitox, Olive Leaf, Vitamin C, and Zinc. These herbs and natural supplements may raise the levels of antibodies in the blood which protect against infections and diseases.

Astragalus (Huang Qi) has been used in China to strengthen immune vitality, improves digestion and builds up the body's defense against viruses. Cold Snap is a traditional Chinese medicine which consists of mixtures of twenty herbs. These mixtures are forsythia, Japanese honeysuckle, burdock, and soybean.

Echinacea is a long traditional medicine used to treat common infections and wounds. Esberitox is an all-natural herbal supplement in Europe as an immune booster against flu and the common cold. Olive leaf is rich in disease-fighting phytochemicals which increase energy levels and lower blood pressure.

Vitamin C and zinc are the most well-liked nutrients taken in supplement form. These nutrients play a vital role in maintaining a healthy immune system. These natural supplements and healthy lifestyle strategies may beneficial for overall immunity.  

 

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