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The autumn-winter season contributes to infection. The presence of harmful bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms in our body can significantly reduce its performance, and the weakening and deterioration of immunity often accompany us for many weeks after the rest of the flu or cold symptoms subside. In this article, you will learn what to do to speed up the process of regeneration of the body after infections and how to protect yourself from repeated disease.
Why do we get tired after an illness?
Fighting the pathogen is a real test for the body. When he comes into contact with germs that harm him, he launches a series of defensive processes aimed at “destroying the enemy.” Due to the fact that microorganisms dangerous for us can constantly mutate, at the first stage our body needs time to recognize what substance it is dealing with. Then lymphocytes begin to fight, antibodies appear, and the body becomes inflamed.
The whole process requires a huge amount of energy from us. Therefore, it is not surprising that even when the symptoms typical of colds and flu have disappeared, we feel exhausted for several more weeks. Fortunately, by following a few simple rules, we can speed up the recovery process and recover faster.
Regeneration after infection – how to take care of immunity?
Regeneration after disease is extremely important. This allows us to fully restore strength and well-being, as well as fully restore the performance of the immune system and thus reduce the risk of repeated infections in the future. In order to support the body in this difficult time, it is enough to follow a few simple rules:
Ditch the reductive diet
Each diet for weight loss is a load for the body. If you want to recover faster after infection, refuse a reducing diet for the period of regeneration. Even if you are in the midst of fighting unnecessary pounds, don’t worry – eating exactly as many calories as you burn during the day, meaning being in what’s known as zero calories, you won’t gain weight or lose the results you’ve achieved.
Take care of a nutrient-rich diet
After an illness, nothing helps as much as a balanced diet tailored to your needs. Make sure that it does not run out of fresh vegetables and fruits, pickles, whole grains, seeds, nuts and natural dairy products – this will help you restore the good condition of the intestinal flora responsible for the proper functioning of the immune system.
- Get some sleep
Adequate amount and quality of sleep are crucial for strengthening immunity. Try to sleep as much as you need. Plus, be sure to air your bedroom before bed, turn off or cover all devices with flashing lights and take the time to relax and cool down.
- Use appropriate supplements
The regeneration process after illness will be more effective if you take care of proper nutrition. After infections, it is essential to ensure adequate intake of vitamin D supporting the immune system and beta-glucan in the form of 1,3-D/1,6-D isomer with proven immunostimulatory properties.
- Take care of moderate physical activity
Fighting germs is a big effort for your body. Immediately after a cold or flu, you should not add additional loads in the form of very debilitating and exhausting workouts. This does not mean that you must completely abandon physical activity. A great choice will be long walks, calm roller or cycling, as well as yoga and Pilates – they will help to saturate oxygen, restore strength, improve the quality of sleep and strengthen the immune system!
Recovery from infection is a process that often takes up to several weeks. Your body needs special care at this time. Watch yourself! Take a minute to plan a healthy diet, remember to consciously take supplements, rest as much as possible and exercise regular physical activity of low or moderate intensity, and you will certainly recover faster.
