(NU) – While many factors can affect the immune system from poor diet to lack of sleep to stress — most people start with better nutrition in their efforts to avoid illness.
The immune system has cellular and chemical components that work in harmony to rid the body of free radicals that are harmful to your health. More than 70 percent of the U.S. population tries to maintain this harmony through foods and beverages, and many are successful. According to industry research, more than 75 percent of the adult population uses fortified foods and beverages.
For example, people who drink a product called NuVim®, which contains MunePro, a micro nutrient that was shown in clinical studies to support the immune system, have reported feeling better overall because they have more strength and energy. Unlike caffeinated beverages that work short-term to increase your energy, NuVim® helps give you an energy boost without stimulants by strengthening your immune system. A strong immune system keeps germs under control, providing you with more energy and better cold and flu prevention and helping you to feel your best. The NuVim® “health beverage” also contains vitamins C, E, B12 and zinc; vitamin A; calcium; and complete protein. It is low in calories, carbohydrates and sugar and contains no fat, gluten, caffeine or cholesterol.
If you are getting all of the nutrients you need and still are feeling run down, it might be time for some lifestyle changes to boost your immune system. Here are a few tips:
Avoid alcohol. Excessive alcohol intake produces an overall nutritional deficiency, depriving the body of valuable immune-boosting nutrients. Additionally, excess alcohol consumption can reduce the ability of white cells to kill germs.
Laugh a lot. Science has found that every cell in the body has a receptor for the substances produced when we are happy. Every cell is therefore influenced by how we feel. So watch a funny movie, go see a comedian, joke around with friends and focus on enjoying life.
Exercise. Daily physical activity keeps blood circulating efficiently, which delivers nutrients to all cells in the body.
Avoid chemical exposure. Use natural personal care and household products.
You can find NuVim®, which comes in a variety of fruit flavors, at supermarkets in the refrigerated juice section. For a list of stores that carry NuVim® or to purchase NuVim® in powder form, visit www.nuvim.com or call (877) 850-8777.
