7 Ways to Boost Your Immune System

We hope your December is off to a fantastic start and you are carving out some “you” time to enjoy your favourite holiday activities!

Giving yourself the gift of good health is a great way to start … and we’ve got some tips for you today on boosting your immune system NATURALLY. 

BONUS: This has a spillover effect on almost every area of your health, including your mood! And all of these things can make a difference for yourself and everyone in your family!

Eat a diet based on WHOLE FOODS (and keep your gut happy).

There are entire books written on this topic! In a nutshell, try to:

• Make WHOLE foods the center of your diet. Especially plant-based foods like fruits, veggies, nuts, and legumes are packed with micronutrients and fibre that help your body defend itself.
• Your gut microbiome is a significant player in your immune system. You can help keep it healthy and happy by eating enough fibre and bolstering it with fermented foods like yogurt, sauerkraut, naturally brined pickles, and kefir!

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Too much sugar can suppress your immune system. This is one reason experts say to limit your added sugar intake to less than 10% of your daily calories.

NOTE: this doesn’t include naturally occurring sugar like the kind found in fruit or dairy products. 

What that looks like, according to the American Heart Association:

→ For men: no more than 9 teaspoons (36 grams) a day

→ For women, the number tops at 6 teaspoons (25 grams)

This adds up fast!

For example, a 12-ounce (355 ml) can of regular soda contains 8 teaspoons (32 grams) of added sugar. 

You also should aim to steer clear of processed foods that come in a bag, box, or can and have a long list of ingredients.

If you need a sugar detox, check out our 5-DAY SUGAR DETOX. It’s proven to kickstart your body feeling better and stronger in only 5 days!

Most people should aim for 150 minutes per week of moderate exercise (like brisk walking, bicycling, jogging, swimming, or joining our Sunday live workouts!).

This matters for your immune system because it can help reduce inflammation (which is linked to illness and disease). PLUS, it promotes the healthy turnover of immune cells in your body!

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Need another reason to make sure you’re getting enough water each day?! Dehydration can make you more susceptible to illness!

Exactly how much water you need is constantly being debated, but the Institute of Medicine recommends an overall fluid intake each day of:

Men-  131 ounces (3.9 litres), 13 cups (about 3 litres) of which should come from beverages

Women-  95 ounces (2.8 litres), 9 cups (about 2.1 litres) of which should come from beverages.

Add SipFit all-natural Electrolyte Power to your water to help you feel better and recover faster after workouts, a cold, or flu, or even to maintain proper hydration levels.

Sleeping less than 6 hours a night is linked to a higher likelihood of coming down with a cold.

PLUS: Getting enough sleep is also linked with less stress and fewer food cravings.

Long-term stress can create imbalances in how your immune cells work ...  and appears even to SUPPRESS the immune response. Take some time to stop and smell the roses.

(Or go out and look at holiday decorations!)

Many supplements (vitamins, minerals, herbs, etc.) may help boost your immune system … but if you’re thinking of taking them, check with your doctor first.

This is especially important if you have any health issues or take prescriptions.

The RIGHT supplements affect your results, energy, and mood!

For some valuable BONUS content, read the article 'Electrolytes - Your Secret Weapon Against a Virus?' written by Robert Rosenblatt, B.Sc (Pharm) P.E.B.C Masters of Holistic Medicine.

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