Immunity
Our immune system is essential for our survival. Without an immune system, our bodies would be open to attack from bacteria, viruses, parasites and more. It is our immune system that keeps us healthy.
Immunity is - the quality or state of being immune; especially: a condition of being able to resist a particular disease especially through preventing development of a pathogenic microorganism or by counteracting the effects of its products. The idea of boosting your immunity is enticing, but the ability to do so has proved elusive for several reasons. The immune system is precisely that — a system, not a single entity. To function well, it requires balance and harmony. when the performance of our immune system is compromised, we face illness. The immune system is that it’s constantly adapting and learning so that the body can fight against bacteria or viruses that change over time. There are two parts of the immune system:
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Our innate immune system works as a general defense against pathogens.
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Our adaptive immune system targets very specific pathogens that the body has already has contact with.
These two immune systems complement each other in any reaction to a pathogen or harmful substance. Following general good-health guidelines is the best step you can take toward keeping your immune system strong and healthy. Every part of your body, including your immune system, functions better when protected from environmental assaults and reinforced by healthy-lifestyle strategies.
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