COVID-19 Pandemic brought us to a kind of living that prioritizes our health first. Almost everybody became conscious of preventing themselves from getting sick or catching the virus. They practice the basic health protocols and possibly do not go outdoors.
If you are an adult who is working remotely or a student who is having an online class, it might be a struggle for you to think of ways to keep yourself healthy at home. If you are living in a condo or a busy city, it might be tough to find time to do some healthy things for yourself. But do not worry now, in this article, you can follow simple steps in strengthening your immune system. You can now boost your healthy living and start feeling great every day.
Drink Water
First on the list is to drink your water or get plenty of fluids. To help your immune system, this is the first thing you must do every morning. You have to drink a glass of water to hydrate your body from sleeping. For some, it might be hard to follow the strict eight-ounce glasses of water per day, but this is something that you should always prioritize. Start your day off right with drinking enough water. For people who prefer warm waters, try to drink teas or drinks that are non-caffeinated.
Always remember that water plays a vital role in body circulation. If the circulatory system does not get enough water, your body lymph will slow down. This will eventually lead you to have immune-related problems. Therefore, prioritize drinking water so that you can replace the lost water in your body.
Exercise Everyday
Next on the list is to have physical exercise every day. Doing exercise is not only about getting toned muscles or de-stressing yourself, it is also a step on strengthening your overall immune system. It is not just a prevention tip for getting away from known chronic illnesses such as heart disease or hypertension, it is a way of promoting blood circulation in the body. Exercise allows the substance, immune cells, or other infection-fighting molecules to move throughout the body.
A study shows that engaging in an exercise for almost 30 minutes can stimulate the immune system. Therefore, getting active is as important as drinking water.
In condominiums in Manila or Quezon City, these properties have a beautiful fitness area that condo owners can freely use. This amenity as part of condo design is something that you should always consider when investing in pre-selling or ready for occupancy condos in the future.
Minimize Your Stress
Stress can be different from one person to another. It can drain your ability to be strong. That is why minimizing it is always a step you have to take so that you can boost your immune system. Stress greatly affects health in general. If someone is stressed out, the body responds to it by suppressing the immune system. If this happens to you, you would likely increase the chance of getting sick.
Various ways to minimize stress are by doing self-care. Self-care means regaining your energy by doing something you love. This can be different for everyone. You can distress yourself by doing an exercise, taking a yoga class, reading a book, getting a massage, having deep breathing or meditation, praying, or any activities that can lessen your stress.
With people who are having a condo living in cities, you can use the amenities or features of your condo property. You can maximize their fitness area, sauna, or game room to relax and get rid of stress.
Identify your stress now and start minimizing it so that you can prevent later effects from it.
Get Plenty of Sleep
There are a lot of important activities happening in your body when you sleep. These activities are considered to be a regenerative process of the body. One of these activities is creating infection-fighting molecules for your body. Also, you will lessen the chance of your natural immune cells going down and inflammation cells going up.
Studies have shown that sleep-deprived people are the ones who are prone to getting sick or contracting viruses. Therefore, it is important to give yourself and your body a chance to rest and get enough sleeping hours. Good and enough sleep will strengthen your overall health.
Maintain a Well-balanced Diet
If you are busy at work or focused on your online classes, it is best to also prioritize having a balanced diet. To keep a strong immune system is eating the right food. Having a healthy diet is vital for any age group. It keeps your mind and body working well.
To do this, make sure that you are eating a lot of fruits and vegetables. And also include legumes, lean protein, whole grains, and healthy fats. With all of these foods, your body can get a sufficient number of micronutrients. These micronutrients include Vitamin B6 which can be found in chicken, salmon, tuna, bananas, or leafy vegetables. Other food that you can eat that contains micronutrients are citrus fruits, tomatoes, or spinach that has Vitamin C. And lastly, you can also eat almonds, sunflower seeds, or peanuts that consist of Vitamin E.
If these foods are part of your diet, then you can achieve a healthy immune system. Although it is tough to incorporate these foods into your daily intake, do as much as you can so that you will still have a balanced diet. Consistently eating good food is taking care of your body.
Incorporate Probiotics in your Food
Probiotics are also considered to be the best foods to boost your immunity. These foods are usually the fermented and cultured ones that can be easily found in groceries or supermarkets. One of the examples of probiotics is cheese, yogurt, tofu, and the popular Korean food kimchi.
Probiotics in food can have a strong flavor. If you are someone who is not into it, start eating little by little. You can ask your healthcare provider to give you a tip on eating probiotics. There are a lot of options available for you.
With all of the steps and some tips mentioned above, you will no longer have a concern about taking care of yourself. Make sure that you follow and practice the steps to help boost your immune system. Make it a habit especially in this time of the ongoing pandemic. If these steps are done religiously, you can achieve a sound mind and a healthy body.
Start doing these habits now and your immune system will function according to the needs of your body. A healthy body and lifestyle is the top favor you can do for yourself. It is also an investment that can be helpful in the long run.
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Vista Residences is the condominium arm of the country’s largest homebuilder, Vista Land & Lifescapes, Inc. that offers ready for occupancy and pre-selling condominium projects in Manila, Makati, Mandaluyong, Quezon City, Ortigas, Baguio, Cebu, and CDO that are strategically located within major cities, in close proximity to premium universities, transit oriented locations and developed business districts.
At Vista Residences, unit owners can take advantage of the property’s centrality. The properties of Vista Residences are strategically located near the country’s premium universities and CBDs, making them an attractive investment for both local and foreign investors.
Living in Vista Residences enables you to enjoy convenience, where everything is pretty much within walking distance or a few minutes away from the property; comfort because the project features and amenities are designed to deliver comfort at all times, which makes condo living a worthy investment; security that is 24/7 and CCTV monitoring, which makes the residents safe and secure within the property.
In line with Vista Residences’ thrust to offer convenience among its residents, it also features an AllDay Convenience Store and Coffee Project in all its projects.
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