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Seniors Take Control Of Their Immunity
(NC)—Once we reach 60, special attention is needed
to keep our immune system working properly, health
specialists say.
By
paying avid attention to nutrition, seniors can go a
long way towards keeping infections away. On the
other hand, neglected nutrition may make contact
with the harmful germs much worse.
“As
we age, it becomes harder for the immune system to
fight off even just cold and flu viruses,” says
Sherry Torkos, pharmacist and author of The Canadian
Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine.
“Immunology is a broad field of study and
researchers continue to explore reasons our immune
systems weaken. Some think the body becomes less
able to produce the cells that fight off illness.
Others point to the fact that seniors often eat
less, which deprives the body of the nutrients
needed to keep their immune systems strong. It is a
fact that many older people are undernourished, and
this lack of important vitamins and minerals could
be the reason for vulnerability to chronic illness
and disease.”
Immune-building tips
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Many seniors are pro-active when it comes to
maintaining the best possible health, so take a
look at some of their every day measures:
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Pay attention to food. Although there isn't one
food that will provide an instant boost to your
immune system, developing the habit of eating a
balanced, healthy diet with antioxidant-rich
fresh fruit and vegetables, lean proteins, and
fibre will support good health.
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Consider dietary supplements to complement your
diet. Many seniors can benefit from taking daily
vitamins and minerals. There are also specific
supplements for supporting immune health, such
as Immunity-Fx. It contains extracts from
American ginseng and reishi mushroom, both of
which are clinically proven to strengthen the
immune system.
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Establish a regular sleeping pattern. A full
eight hours rejuvenates the mind, replenishes
the body and provides energy for a positive
attitude and an active lifestyle.
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Nurture your social life. Loneliness and
depression pose serious challenges to the immune
system. Seniors who are active, productive,
mentally stimulated and socially engaged enjoy
better health and longevity.
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“It is a fact that many older
people are undernourished, and this lack of
important vitamins and minerals could be the
reason for vulnerability to chronic illness and
disease.” |
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