Bolstered immunity - Vital Hormones Clinic

What is bolstered immunity?

A healthy immune system is our body's defense against illness and infection. Bolstering immunity refers to supporting our immune health to prepare our bodies to fight off pathogens. This can be done through lifestyle measures like proper nutrition, exercise, and stress management.

Some key ways to bolster immunity naturally:

• Eat a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals. Fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, yogurt, and nuts help arm our immune cells.
• Get enough sleep. Adults need 7-9 hours per night. Quality rest supports immune function.
• Exercise regularly. Moderate activity for 150 minutes per week helps circulation and immunity.
• Take probiotic supplements with healthy gut bacteria, which aid immunity.
• Reduce stress levels through yoga, meditation, or talking therapy. Chronic stress weakens immunity.

We can also get immune-boosting nutrients from supplements like Vitamin C, zinc, and elderberry. Some people take these regularly during cold/flu season. At Vital Hormones Clinic, our practitioners can help determine if immune supplements are right for your body and lifestyle needs.

When our defenses are bolstered, our bodies stand ready to:

• Identify pathogens like bacteria and viruses
• Produce antibodies to mark intruders for destruction
• Activate cells like lymphocytes and phagocytes to attack foreign molecules
• Launch inflammatory responses to eliminate threats

With a fortified immune system, we also avoid exhaustion from constant immune battles. This allows our bodies to reserve strength for major infections.

There are also medical options to stimulate immunity against specific diseases, like vaccines and immunoglobulin therapy. These expose the body to weakened pathogens in order to provoke an immune reaction and build defenses. The practitioners at Vital Hormones Clinic stay up-to-date on the latest research for supporting patients' immunity needs.

In summary, bolstering our natural and adaptive immunity is key to health. A balanced lifestyle plus immune-enhancing nutrients, and when needed, medical stimulation, all work together to prepare our bodies to fight infection. With robust defenses, we can withstand cold and flu season and conserve the incredible power of our immune systems.