Bolstered immunity

What is bolstered immunity?

The immune system is our body's defense against infection and disease. It is made up of different organs, cells, and proteins that work together to protect us.

Bolstering immunity refers to supporting or enhancing our immune system to optimize its functioning. This can be done through lifestyle measures like:

• Eating a healthy, balanced diet full of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein, probiotics, and healthy fats


• Getting enough sleep and managing stress levels


• Exercising regularly


• Not smoking cigarettes


• Practicing good hygiene

There are also some natural supplements that may help bolster immunity when taken regularly. These include:

• Vitamin C


• Vitamin D


• Zinc


• Elderberry


• Echinacea

Strengthening immunity is especially important during cold and flu season when more people get sick. Bolstering our body's defenses can help prevent infection and decrease severity or duration of illness if one does occur.

"The immune system is complex and fascinating. Supporting it daily lays the foundation for health and wellness."

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Key Elements of the Immune System

The immune system is comprised of several key components including:

• White blood cells - Leukocytes that defend the body against infection. These include lymphocytes like T cells and B cells.


• Antibodies - Specialized proteins made by plasma cells (a type of white blood cell) that recognize and target specific foreign substances called antigens.


• Skin - Forms a protective physical and chemical barrier.


• Bone marrow and thymus gland - Where some white blood cells mature.


• Spleen - Helps filter blood and contains reservoirs of white blood cells.


• Lymph nodes - Contain white blood cells and filter lymph. Part of the lymphatic system.

How Bolstering Immunity Works

There are several ways we can bolster our natural immunity:

• Eating a nutritious diet gives our cells the nutrients they need to carry out their functions. Vitamins like C, D, zinc, and selenium support immune health.


• Getting enough sleep allows our T cells to build up their reserves and antibodies to replenish.


• Managing stress and anxiety can limit release of excess cortisol and inflammation.


• Supplements like elderberry, echinacea, and mushrooms contain compounds that enhance immune cell and antibody activity.


• Probiotics promote healthy gut bacteria which influence immune function. up to 80% of our immunity is centered in the gut!

When we support all aspects of our immune system - physical, nutritional, mental - we give our body the best advantage to fight off pathogens and infections.

I hope this overview on how to bolster immunity was helpful! Let me know if you have any other questions.