Having a strong immune system is what helps you avoid getting sick. Building a strong immune system is one of the most vital aspects to living an abundant life free of illness and disease. Bacteria and viruses are everywhere — thankfully, a healthy body with a strong immune system fights off these illnesses.

So, what can you and your family do to stay well this year? It’s simple: strengthen your immune system from the inside out. Here are 5 ways to do it:

1.  Avoid sugar.
2. If your immune defenses get triggered, don't rely on cold medications.
3. Learn how to destress naturally.
4. Regular exercise is a proven immune system booster.

The immune system works to prevent and fight infections in the body. It is composed of many cells, proteins, tissues, and organs that work together to recognize and fight off antigens, or foreign substances that create disease. Usually, the immune system effectively protects the body from infections. However, certain conditions and lifestyle practices can weaken the immune system, causing increased susceptibility to illness and disease.

The immune system works to prevent and fight infections in the body.(1) It is composed of many cells, proteins, tissues, and organs that work together to recognize and fight off antigens, or foreign substances that create disease.(2) Usually, the immune system effectively protects the body from infections. However, certain conditions and lifestyle practices can weaken the immune system, causing increased susceptibility to illness and disease.(3) 

The good news is that you can boost your immune system to help prevent diseases by following these healthy eating and lifestyle modifications.