Top 5 immunity boosters

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Staying healthy Top 5 immunity boosters

>> When you think of immuni ty, what comes to mind? Hand wash ing? Masks? A desperate prayer every flu season hoping Pachin you or your kids don’t get sick?

What if you could be more confi dent in the strength of your immune system?

As a licensed dietitian nutrition ist, here are my Top 5 Immunity Boosters (#5 might surprise you!) 1. Get enough Vitamin D. Lev els below 30 ng/dL are associated with increased susceptibility to upper respiratory infections. Vi tamin D is difficult to obtain solely through food and sunshine in many cases, so sometimes supplemen tation is necessary. The Vitamin D Society is a great resource for re search-based dosing. 2. Vitamin Zzzzz. Sleep is import ant to give the immune system time to repair and rest. 3. Limit sugar. Sugar suppresses the immune system, making the body more susceptible to stress and infection. Aim for less than 20 grams of added sugar per day.

4. Include Vitamin A, C, and zincrich foods for extra anti-viral de

fense. Zinc is found in nuts, seeds, and beans. Vitamins A and C are high in broccoli, bell peppers, and kiwi. 5. Support the gut. Specialized tissue in the intestines constitutes more than 70% of the immune sys tem!

To support the gut, eat a varied, whole foods-based diet with lots of plants. Fiber and brightly colored fruits and vegetables offer strength and resilience to cells and protect them from damage.

If your immune system needs a tune-up, let me help get you back on track with confident immunity!

Rhya Pachin is the founder of Car olina Functional Nutrition in Indian Land, S.C., where she tackles patient health and nutrition with a functional approach. Call 704-665-9688 or visit www.carolinafunctionalnutrition.com for more information.

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