Find Your Special Place
Stress can affect your immune system and your ability to fight off illness. You can help manage it by doing something you like or going somewhere that relaxes you. For example, getting outside and into nature can be a great way to stop, breathe, and rebalance yourself.
Get Enough Sleep
Your daily habits are key to a healthy immune system. Sleep is a necessity, not a luxury. The best thing you can do is make sure you’re getting 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep every night. If you have trouble doing that sometimes, a short nap (of less than 30 minutes) can help make up some of the deficit.
Be Active
Make regular exercise a part of your life. A good goal is 30 to 45 minutes a day at least 5 days a week. There’ll probably be days when you don’t want to do it, but research shows that physical activity is good for your immune system. Whether it’s taking a walk, riding a bike, or lifting weights, find something you like to do and find a time every day that works for you. That’ll make it easier for exercise to become a healthy habit.
Eat Right
A healthy, balanced diet gives your body the nutrients it needs to work the way it should. Your eating plan should include protein with each meal — like fish, chicken, tofu, or beans. Get a variety of fruits and vegetables too. It’s also important to stay away from fast food, because it can cause inflammation that can hamper your immune system.