4 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR IMMUNITY
We understand that many illnesses are now related to the health of our immune system. We can link the immune system to many aspects of our life, but do you understand how it works? Here are four things you need to know about it.
The Immune System Is the Army of the Body
The role of our immune system is to protect us from any foreign substance that could harm the body. These foreign substances are also known as antigens. Antigens include bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi. When those organisms are present In the body, they trigger the immune system, which tries to destroy the antigen with various mechanisms.
There Are Two Categories to the Immune System
Our immune system, as we know, is divided into two categories; innate and adaptive. Our innate immune system is our body’s first responder, including our skin, immune system cells, and some chemicals in our blood. On the other hand, the adaptive immune system is the system that remembers past attacks from antigens and is triggered to combat the same antigen more effectively.
Your First Line of Defense Is Your Skin
Our skin is the first line of defense, which serves as a surface barrier to stop the virus or bacteria from getting into our body. That also explains why you see signs of washing your hands everywhere when we are in the flu season. You destroy the antigen before it harms the body by washing your hands.
The Lymphatic System Is Vital to Prevent You from Getting Sick
Another vital system in your body that prevents you from getting sick is the lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is composed of tissues, vessels, and nodes that allow the body to get rid of toxins and any waste that can be harmful to the body. The role is primarily to circulate a liquid called lymph, which contains white blood cells in the body.
Your immune and lymphatic systems cannot operate if you don’t care for your body. That is why it is imperative to stay healthy while adopting a healthy lifestyle, exercise daily, reduce stress, and eat foods rich in nutrients to help you avoid sickness. Not only do you stand more chances of staying healthy, but it also helps you recover faster if you find yourself ill.
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MARCEY
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