Many a time, people tend to do things that have a negative effect on their immune system; while some are even ignorant of the fact that they are hurting their immune system.
The immune system is the body’s defence against infectious organisms; it provides resistance to infections, illnesses and diseases.
These are some of the things people do that weaken their immune system.
1. LACK OF EXERCISE
People see exercise as unnecessary hard work and avoid indulging in it. Exercising can boost your immune system, just as lack of exercising would weaken it.
Regular exercising can boost your immune system by increasing the amount of white blood cells which would help ward off diseases and illnesses.
2. TOO MUCH EXERCISE
To some, too much exercising is a good thing, but it isn’t really. You ought to give yourself time to recover. Going overly above your limit would not only cause physical pain but can also lower your immune system and in turn pose certain health risks.
3. BAD EATING HABITS
Many people don’t pay enough attention to what they. Eating junk foods with high calorie content and high sugar foods aren’t good for your health. Eating these foods won’t only make you overweight but can also weaken your immune function.
4. ALIENATION
People stay alienated from friends, family and loved ones; but this is a dangerous habit. Alienation can increase the risk of depression and weaken your body’s natural defence to ward off illnesses.
5. STRESS
Stress can weaken your immune system and make you easily susceptible to common cold, flu and viruses.
However, high levels of stress can create a hormonal imbalance which could lead to other serious health issues.
6. OVERWEIGHT
A lot of people care less about their weight as they indulge in unhealthy eating habits without exercising.
Research has shown that a link exists between being obese and having a weakened immune system which results in a higher risk of infection and diseases.
7. NOT GETTING ENOUGH SLEEP
Getting enough sleep is highly important; your body’s natural functions and immune system perform at optimal levels when you are fully rested.
A lack of sleep increases the risk of depression, stroke, diabetes, heart diseases and obesity.
8. INADEQUATE WATER CONSUMPTION
Not drinking enough water would pose serious health concerns for you and weaken your body’s response to those health dangers.
Water helps in the optimal function of your body and helps flush away harmful toxins from the body, giving your immune system lesser work to deal with.
9. UNSAFE SEXUAL ACTS
Unsafe sexual acts can also increase the risk of a weakened immune system. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) weakens the body’s natural defence to fight against infections. Unsafe sexual habits increase the risk of getting an infection that would weaken your immune system.
Eat healthy, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly, drink lots of water and have enough rest if you want your body system to be given a boost.
S.O.Z