The idea of boosting your immunity
is enticing, but the ability to do so has proved elusive for several
reasons. The immune system is precisely that — a system, not a single
entity. To function well, it requires balance and harmony. There is
still much that researchers don't know about the intricacies and
interconnectedness of the immune response. For now, there are no
scientifically proven direct links between lifestyle and enhanced immune
function.
But that doesn't mean the effects of lifestyle on the immune system
aren't intriguing and shouldn't be studied. Researchers are exploring
the effects of diet, exercise, age, psychological stress, and other
factors on the immune response, both in animals and in humans. In the
meantime, general healthy-living strategies are a good way to start
giving your immune system the upper hand.
