Boosting Your Immune System: by Dr. Azza Halim Physician & Anesthesiologist

As the seasons change and the cool crisp fall air kicks in, so does cold and flu season. Here are some great DIY immune-boosting tips with easy ingredients you may already have at home:

Restful sleep (6 to 8 hours) is a must, and it’s very often taken for granted.

Add more greens into your daily diet. A quick way to add plenty of veggies and fiber is by incorporating them into smoothies. Not many of us get the needed daily intake of vegetables and fiber and it’s a necessity for our gut health, which is responsible for our immune system.

De-stress. Whether taking a walk or meditation or yoga, it’s ideal to find a hobby that allows you to disconnect from the daily grind, which helps cortisol balance

Nurturing healthy relationships with friends and family. Definitely a must for proper life balance, mental health and longevity.

Choose fresh fruit instead of a sugary dessert for glycemic balance.

Skincare and Sunblock just as important as our nutrition