Immune system: Weird ways to make it stronger

Exercise and a healthy diet are two of the most popular ways to boost your immune system. But they are not the only ones! There are other ways to strengthen your body’s natural defense mechanism. And they are a little unorthodox!

Watch a horror movie

We wrote it in a previous article. Watching a horror movie is good for you on many levels. Researchers have found that people who watch thrillers have elevated levels of white blood cells in their bodies. This is because the adrenaline that is produced puts your body in a state of “fight or flight” and your immune system, which does not know that you are on the couch but thinks that you are in a real battle, is activated to heal potential injuries!

Chew your food well

Proper chewing not only helps your body absorb nutrients more easily from food but also releases Th17 cells that are responsible for immunity. These cells are the body’s first defense against infections.

Go out with your friends

That is one of the weirdest ways really! Research has shown that the genes responsible for the “war” against viruses do not work well enough if you are a lonely.

Take a cold shower

A study conducted by the University of Amsterdam found that participants who took a cold shower for 30 days reduced their chances of getting sick by 29%! It is definitely difficult to get used to cold showers. Experts say to start gradually and do a few minutes at a time. Cold showers also increase the production of white blood cells, which are the “soldiers” of the immune system. Giota Florou source: bodyandsoul.com.au Recent Articles