The Easiest Ways to Boost Your Immune System

That’s right—not too much, and not too little. While many of us have heard that exercise can help boost the immune system, overdoing it—such as training for marathons or working out to the point of exhaustion—can stress out the immune system, doing more harm than good. It’s all about finding a happy medium.

2. Laugh, think positive, and don’t be stressed!

Looks like being a hypochondriac isn’t the key to staying healthy. In fact, the key may be to relax a bit. Laughing, getting plenty of sleep, staying positive, and avoiding stress have all been shown to boost the immune system. So put on your favourite comedy and laugh it up!

3. Eat plenty of antioxidants

Generally, foods that are naturally brightly coloured (no, not fluorescent-coloured candy or soft drinks) are higher in disease-fighting antioxidants, and antioxidants can help reduce inflammation and boost immunity. That means berries, green tea, leafy greens, and much, much more. Shop the produce aisles and stock up on brightly coloured fruits and veggies.

4. Sharing is not caring

Here’s an immune-boosting tip that will surprise no one: wash your hands (often, and properly!) and be cautious about germy surfaces such as computers, pens, door handles, and phones.