I want to be sure I don't catch whatever sicknesses are going around campus this winter. I already wash my hands and such of course. But any vitamins, minerals, other foods or anything that will boost my immune system? Or does exercise help? Getting enough sleep? Any other tips?
2007-02-09 04:49:53 · 4 answers · asked by Alice 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
Keeping healthy, getting the sleep you need, eating right etc. is very important in having a good immune system. Also, keep warm in the cold and cover up exposed areas is important.
At the store you can buy echinacea which is an herb to "temporarily" boost your immune system. You don't want to take this every day for the rest of your life though because in the long-run it will weaken your immune system.
Also it doesn't hurt to take a daily dose of vitamin C, and even Zinc can help as well. I personally call Zinc, echinacea, and vitamin C the antidote for common colds. If you have a cold you'll get better faster (along with plenty of fluids) and if not, then they all help to prevent them. Take care!
2007-02-09 05:01:28 · answer #1 · answered by stevepg82 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
that depends largely on what you are currently doing. i recommend a high quality multivitamin that contains zinc, a fish oil, flax oil, and a calcium-magnesium, plenty of varied exercise and high quality food, and posture training. there are many herbs that can help; perhaps buy a broad spectrum herbal immune booster. amino acids and enzymes can be helpful, too. long term use of vitamins and supplements can have unwanted results. it may be possible to find a doctor who will test you for surpluses or deficiencies. i just take breaks from time to time and try to pay attention to any changes in how i feel. drink plenty of filtered water, also.
blast yourself with cold water in the shower for 20 seconds every shower
2007-02-09 13:05:55 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vitamin C is really good, excercise helps, getting at least 8 hours of sleep, of course washing your hands, not touching your face and also get "airbourne" if you feel like you are getting sick or you are going into a place with alot of sick people it really does help! Good luck staying healthy :)
2007-02-09 12:58:05 · answer #3 · answered by amanda 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋