How to raise the immune system.

To boost your immune system, Andrew Huberman from the Huberman Lab suggests several strategies:

1. Exercise: Engaging in regular physical activity, especially high-intensity training, can enhance immune function. Short bouts, such as 12 minutes of intense exercise, can be particularly effective. However, it's crucial to avoid overtraining, as excessive workouts can be counterproductive 1.

2. Heat and Cold Exposure: Sauna use is known to increase leukocyte levels and stimulate the innate immune system. Regular sauna sessions, balanced with cool-down periods, can help maintain immune health. Cold exposure, like cold showers, can also help by elevating adrenaline, which in turn bolsters the immune response 2 3.

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3. Stress Management: Short bouts of stress can temporarily boost immune function due to increased adrenaline. However, prolonged stress has detrimental effects, so managing stress through techniques like meditation or controlled breathing is beneficial 4 5.

4. Nutrition: Adequate nutrition is fundamental. Avoid extreme caloric deficits, as they can compromise immunity. Although fasting might offer short-term immune benefits, prolonged caloric restriction can be harmful 6.

5. Sleep: Sufficient high-quality sleep is crucial. Sleep deprivation reduces the effectiveness of the immune response, so maintaining a regular sleep schedule is essential 7.

These foundational strategies support the immune system in functioning optimally, particularly in preventing and fighting off infections like colds and flus. Always remember to adapt these practices to your personal health needs and circumstances.