7 easy ways to boost your immune system

[ling]

today.com/health/7-easy-way...

Also worth reading -

The Effect of Nutritional Elements on the Immune System

omicsonline.org/open-access...

[Buddy195 Administrator]

Thanks Ling- interesting links 😊

[ling]

2017 Study by Changi General Hospital, Singhealth Polyclinics and Abbott

Sarcopenia, a disease associated with ageing that can impact the body's immune system ...

Foods rich in protein helps to make new cells, maintains bone health and keeps muscles healthy ...

Those above the age of 65 require more dietary protein to help maintain their muscles ...

The key to avoid losing muscle mass is to include resistance or weight exercises and ensure sufficient protein intake. This not only improves one's muscle health, but also contributes positively to bone health and nutritional status.

Strong muscles are associated with the regulation of the immune system ...

Citing studies ... muscles produce and release compounds which play an important role in the proliferation, activation and distribution of some immune cells.

While additional research is needed, there is data that suggests loss of muscle mass is associated with compromised immunity and infections ...

Muscles are a major storage site for amino acids used by the body during a trauma or infection. Hence, low muscle mass, coupled with inadequate protein intake, may affect the body's response to an injury or infection.

Given the evidence linking muscle to the immune system, maintaining or improving muscle health should be a priority ...

Other nutrients that support muscle health or the immune system include zinc and vitamins A, C, D, and E.

Vitamin D, in particular, plays an important role in the normal functioning and strength of muscles ...