The steady spread of coronavirus has got many people rethinking how they live their lives, especially when it comes to health.

Health experts have agreed that, although not everyone is at the same risk level, the best way anyone can lower their risk of infection is to strengthen their immune system.

Over to  The Telegraph, for what the top experts have to say about boosting your immune system in the face of infection:

Old or young – protect yourself

While your risk may be lower if you are young, it’s still crucial to look after your immune system and take precautions against getting infected with coronavirus. Viral immunologist Dr Ross Walton explains that:

“Healthy, relatively young people have a responsibility to stay well so they can avoid spreading an infection that could kill someone more vulnerable”.

It’s time to stop eating fast food and up the veggies.

H20 is your friend

Get in at least 2 litres a day to keep your body healthy and happy.

“Hydration is critically important but vastly overlooked. So many metabolic functions rely on it,” Dr Watson explains.

We’re all about hydration here at 2OV.

Don’t forget your vitamins

Experts have pinpointed that the best vitamins for giving your immune system a boost are vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc. Vitamin C in particular can help reduce symptoms of the virus.

Knock back some orange juice and you’re on your way.

Put  fibre on the menu

Filling your fridge up with certain foods can also help keep your immune system in fighting form. Switching to a low-carb diet with a colourful mix of fruit and vegetables is a top immune system booster. These fibres, along with crushed garlic, will help encourage healthy bacteria to grow in the stomach.

“Your gut bacteria – or microbiome – is crucial to immunity,” explains Dr Jenna Macchiochi, an immunologist.

It’s all about gut health.

Wash those digits

It’s simple, it’s easy and it makes sense – wash your hands regularly!

Sleep!

Night owls will be disappointed to hear that sleep is one of the most important foundations for a strong immune system.

“If you’re not sleeping, no other lifestyle measure will make such difference because while we sleep the hormone melatonin stimulates new immune cells,” Dr Macchiochi says.

If you’re struggling to get your eight hours in, these podcasts will have you nodding off in no time. 

While there are other methods for boosting one’s immunity, experts back these simple (yet effective) tips, for everyone, no matter their age.

Here’s to your health!

[source:thetelegraph]