{"id":4188,"date":"2022-03-04T10:26:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T04:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=4188"},"modified":"2026-01-29T05:50:47","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T05:50:47","slug":"7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Easy Ways To Boost Your Immunity!"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d02d0618d20\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d02d0618d20\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#Ways_to_Boost_Immunity\" >Ways to Boost Immunity<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#1_Gift_Yourself_Sleep\" >1. Gift Yourself Sleep<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#2_Exercise_Regularly\" >2. Exercise Regularly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#3_Consume_Immunity-Boosting_Foods\" >3. Consume Immunity-Boosting Foods<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#4_Up_Your_Water_Intake\" >4. Up Your Water Intake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#5_Laugh_Aloud\" >5. Laugh Aloud<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#6_Adopt_a_Pet\" >6. Adopt a Pet<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#7_Travel\" >7. Travel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#8_Things_To_Avoid\" >8. Things To Avoid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#9_Protect_Your_Health\" >9. Protect Your Health<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/7-habits-to-boost-your-immune-system\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We first make our habits, then our habits make us! \u2013 John Dryden<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This quote is so accurate and holds so much relevance in our everyday life. By just adopting the right set of practices, we can improve our overall health and well-being in massive proportions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, for the ones who are still contemplating where to get started, here are a few habits that you can quickly implement in your everyday life!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ways_to_Boost_Immunity\"><\/span><strong>Ways to Boost Immunity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Gift_Yourself_Sleep\"><\/span><strong>1. Gift Yourself Sleep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"229\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/07051037\/sleeping-375x229.webp\" alt=\"sleeping\" class=\"wp-image-215110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/07051037\/sleeping-375x229.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/07051037\/sleeping-480x293.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/07051037\/sleeping-150x91.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/07051037\/sleeping.webp 741w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our harsh lifestyles can take an immense toll on our health. Thus, it is vital to give the body adequate rest at regular intervals. While doctors recommend 7-8 hours of sleep, it is also extremely essential to regularise your sleep timetable<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3256323\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>. Thus, ensure that you sleep on a set time and wake up at a set time, every day, regardless of weekends. This will not only regulate your sleeping pattern but also help to regularise your body clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Exercise_Regularly\"><\/span><strong>2. Exercise Regularly<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-375x250.webp\" alt=\"running\" class=\"wp-image-267768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/running-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Come rain, come storm, make it a point to exercise regularly. If you can\u2019t step outdoor, perform some light exercises indoors. You can also try to accommodate a sport in your daily lifestyle. This will not only do wonders for your health but also help build a network with like-minded people<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK230961\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_4188\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_4188\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Consume_Immunity-Boosting_Foods\"><\/span><strong>3. Consume Immunity-Boosting Foods<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-375x250.webp\" alt=\"immunity boosting foods\" class=\"wp-image-268632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-1024x684.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/immunity-boosting-foods-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While eating healthy is a give-in, try to incorporate, a few immunity-boosting foods in your everyday diet. Below are a few that you can easily befriend<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10630845\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Garlic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ginger<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barley and oats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tomatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yogurt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Up_Your_Water_Intake\"><\/span><strong>4. Up Your Water Intake<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-375x250.webp\" alt=\"drinking water\" class=\"wp-image-258006\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/drinking-water-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>We all are aware of the innumerable benefits of water. Along with water, also up your fluid intake by including water-enriched foods in your daily diet. Watermelons, oranges, lettuce, and strawberries are all high on water content and taste yummy too<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11126815\/\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Laugh_Aloud\"><\/span><strong>5. Laugh Aloud<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"263\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-375x263.webp\" alt=\"laugh aloud \" class=\"wp-image-268643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-375x263.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-1024x718.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-768x539.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-1536x1078.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-2048x1437.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-480x337.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-684x480.webp 684w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/laugh-aloud-150x105.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While stress is an unavoidable part of our life, we can always find effective ways to deal with it. So try to surround yourself with people who are confident and motivating, watch and read comedy, don\u2019t take things too seriously. After all, Life is meant to be lived and lived well!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Adopt_a_Pet\"><\/span><strong>6. Adopt a Pet<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-375x250.webp\" alt=\"adpopt a pet\" class=\"wp-image-268642\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/adopt-a-pet-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Adopting a pet makes you happy. Having pets at home not only relieves stress but also acts as great comfort for people living alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Travel\"><\/span><strong>7. Travel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-375x250.webp\" alt=\"travel\" class=\"wp-image-268644\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/travel-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sub>Image Source: freepik.com<\/sub><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Put on your wandering shoes and travel. Travel helps you to unwind and relax. A change in routine and a break from the monotony help you to think freely and openly. So, go out and explore the world. You will surely come back refreshed and enlightened.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Things_To_Avoid\"><\/span><strong>8. Things To Avoid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-375x250.webp\" alt=\"quit smoking\" class=\"wp-image-243749\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-2048x1366.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/26101118\/shutterstock_2357790249-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Avoid smoking, as it has been shown to increase the chances of contracting an infection<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7398598\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>. Smoking is thought to change the balance of your immune system which can also lead to an autoimmune disease. If you drink alcohol, ensure that you reduce your intake as heavy alcohol usage is not only linked to poor health but also many other serious health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Protect_Your_Health\"><\/span><strong>9. Protect Your Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-375x250.webp\" alt=\"washing hand with soap\" class=\"wp-image-238292\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-1024x684.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-768x513.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-1536x1025.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-2048x1367.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-719x480.webp 719w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/12064331\/side-view-person-washing-hands-with-white-soap-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Answering how to boost your immune system also means we need to think about proactive health protection. Prevention is better than cure and nothing can make you healthier than avoiding sickness in the first place. Whenever possible, take vaccines for any local or regional diseases, use the best hygiene practices (like hand washing and safe food preparation) and lastly reduce your stress levels. The best armour for your immune system is to protect it from attack rather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/immunity-boosting-foods-to-build-a-healthy-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">13 Immunity-Boosting Foods To Build A Healthy Life<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Besedovsky L, Lange T, Born J. Sleep and immune function. Pflugers Arch. 2012 Jan;463(1):121-37. doi: 10.1007\/s00424-011-1044-0. Epub 2011 Nov 10. PMID: 22071480; PMCID: PMC3256323. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3256323\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC3256323\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Institute of Medicine (US) Committee on Military Nutrition Research. Military Strategies for Sustainment of Nutrition and Immune Function in the Field. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 1999. 17, Exercise, Infection, and Immunity: Practical Applications. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK230961\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK230961\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Singh DN, Bohra JS, Dubey TP, Shivahre PR, Singh RK, Singh T, Jaiswal DK. Common foods for boosting human immunity: A review. Food Sci Nutr. 2023 Aug 18;11(11):6761-6774. doi: 10.1002\/fsn3.3628. PMID: 37970422; PMCID: PMC10630845. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10630845\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10630845\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sato K, Hara-Chikuma M, Yasui M, Inoue J, Kim YG. Sufficient water intake maintains the gut microbiota and immune homeostasis and promotes pathogen elimination. iScience. 2024 May 3;27(6):109903. doi: 10.1016\/j.isci.2024.109903. PMID: 38799550; PMCID: PMC11126815. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11126815\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11126815\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jiang C, Chen Q, Xie M. Smoking increases the risk of infectious diseases: A narrative review. Tob Induc Dis. 2020 Jul 14;18:60. doi: 10.18332\/tid\/123845. PMID: 32765200; PMCID: PMC7398598. Available from: <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7398598\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7398598\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Disclaimer: <\/em><\/strong><em>The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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