5 Helpful Tips On Everything You Need To Boost Your Immune System!

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New coronavirus in 2019, similar to SARS-CoV coronavirus, generally occurs in immunocompromised populations and infects patients with fever, cough, and acute respiratory distress syndrome, sometimes with symptoms of renal failure. Since it was reported in 2020, the rate of infection and the ability of the virus to spread from person to person, as well as the trend of spreading to other countries, have attracted much attention and concern.

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Therefore, it is equally important to understand the mechanism of host cell invasion by the new coronavirus MERS-CoV before we understand the mechanism of human immunity.

Coronaviruses were first discovered in 1968 and were classified by the International Committee on Virus Nomenclature in 1975 in the coronavirus family (cirinaviridae) of the order Nidovirales.

Coronaviruses are about 80-120 nm in diameter, and their surface looks like a crown when viewed under electron microscopy, hence the name coronavirus. It is also the largest genome of any RNA virus known to date.

MERS-CoV and SARS-CoV coronaviruses belong to the same coronaviridae family and are positive-stranded RNA viruses with capsids. The viral capsid contains the spike protein (Spike, S), which mediates the binding of the virus to host-specific receptor molecules and is the most important molecule for initiating viral infection. Back in 2013, Nature published a study on the mechanism of neo-coronavirus invasion into host cells, which showed that Dipeptidyl peptidase 4 (DPPIV/CD26) is the receptor for MERS-CoV in host cells. It mainly infects cilia-free bronchial epithelial cells and human lung type II epithelial cells.

In a recent study, scientists performed structural 3D modeling of the S protein of Novel coronavirus pneumonia 2019, or "COVID-19," and showed that despite the substitution of amino acid residues, the S protein of The results showed that despite the substitution of amino acid residues, the S protein of "COVID-19" still has a significant binding affinity to human ACE2 receptor. Shi's team and scientists from the Shanghai Pasteur Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Wuhan Institute of Virology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences confirmed the presence of angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) is required for the entry of neo-coronavirus ("COVID-19") into cells.In other words, the above-mentioned studies on the S1 peptide of the known S protein interacting with the receptor binding will help to develop appropriate drugs or prophylactic agents.

Incidentally, coronavirus hosts

Coronaviruses have a very wide range of host species, the most interesting of which are bats. To date, more than 200 species of new-coronaviruses have been identified in bats.Although the transmission of new-coronaviruses from bats to humans is now well established, the more difficult explanation for the transmission from bats to humans requires an understanding of the "spillover" mechanism. For example, animals such as rats, pigs, and sheep are infected with corresponding coronaviruses and cause different diseases, and since coronaviruses are widely found in wild and domestic animals, there is a possibility of cross-species transmission through different mechanisms.Due to the length of this article, we have concluded the introduction on the mechanism of coronavirus invasion into host cells, which can be accessed through the China Knowledge Network.

02 The human immune system

The immune system is a system that responds to external human invasion by recognizing viruses, bacteria, and other microorganisms, increasing the number of specific antagonistic lymphocytes, and producing antibodies. It is known as the firewall of the human body. It does not exist in individual parts of the body but is a family of cells, molecules, tissues, and organs, and each type of cell plays an important role in recognizing, labeling and attacking harmful cells.

So the question is, what role does the body's immune system play in the face of a new coronavirus?

 In the case of this new coronavirus, most individuals exposed to the virus have no symptoms or only mild symptoms, some have fever and chest tightness, but they get better on their own after a period of time. This is due to the defense response of immune cells, which destroy the foreign virus cells. For those with weak or low immune function, viral infection is a severe test. In other words, when the host is invaded by viral cells, the patient can only heal himself through his own immune system, with a strong resistance overcoming the virus, while a weak resistance may kill the host. For the current science, there is no specific drug that can completely destroy the virus, but only achieve the effect of suppression.Therefore, it is urgent for us to strengthen our own immunity! 

03 How to boost your immune system

If you open your biology textbook, you will know that immunity is the body's resistance to foreign invading viruses, and is also influenced by certain genetic factors, but the main factor is the lifestyle and the environment. The following article will focus on how to strengthen your immune system from diet, exercise, sleep, and emotions. A study on the immunity of edible mushrooms in the journal Nature showed that edible mushroom polysaccharides, amino acids, proteins, vitamins, etc., have a significant role in enhancing human immunity, and eating edible mushrooms often is a good way to improve their immune function and strengthen their ability to fight against germs and viruses. According to the report, the role of edible mushrooms in fighting viruses mainly comes from the polysaccharides in them, and its mystery lies in stimulating the formation of antibodies, thus enhancing and adjusting the body's internal active defense system, which is what we call the role of supporting and strengthening the essence in medicine. Of course, if you think the above is too official, then we might as well talk about the grounded content. Knock on the blackboard and draw a point. By the way, mention the drugs such as Sanghuanglian and Jinyinhua. 

3.1 Healthy eating pattern 

Plant-based sources of food, try to eat all-natural, less processed, less salt, less packaged food. Eat fruits and vegetables in moderation to get a rich source of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and dietary fiber. Eat less red meat, the constant mutation of drug-resistant bacteria and viruses in this type of meat will cause great harm to the body's immune system. (Beef, lamb, etc.) In addition, you can't just prefer one kind of food over others, only a variety of dietary mixes to absorb different nutrients. Such as milk is rich in calcium, beans are rich in many high-quality proteins, fish, lean meat is rich in high-quality protein and certain minerals, while the intake of fatty meat and meat and oil should be controlled to reduce the intake of fat. Among them should be mainly cereals, and should be a coarse and fine mix.

Special reminder: Insufficient intake of any kind of substances will cause the human immune system to reduce, so we must eat a reasonable diet, balanced nutrition, about the diet plan, you can also refer to the foremost extension of the previous issue of the recommended "health code: The Lancet even cue Chinese diet crisis" there is always a diet plan for you.

3.2 Self-help measures under science

The entire disease caused by the new coronavirus infection is divided into three main stages. (early stage, three to seven days, accompanied by malaise, dry cough, and no appetite; middle stage, persistent high fever for three to seven days, and late-stage, 10 to 15 days, with respiratory distress and severe impact on survival) Therefore, in the early stage of the infection (first and second stage), it is important to target the excess oxygen radicals (Reactive Oxygen Species) and inflammatory factors produced by the excessive immune response with medication to restore the body to normal. Do not wait for the results of the nucleic acid test before taking therapeutic action.

First: drink large amounts of warm water, more than 2000 ml per day, or take anti-free radical drugs such as vitamin C and E. (Non-diseased patients should not take this dose! Health care population is also not recommended long-term supplementation of vitamin C) can accelerate the discharge of toxins in the body. In addition, residents should choose more natural mineral water while choosing drinking water, and you can also choose to drink hydrogen-rich water if you have the conditions. Studies have shown that the scourge of disease in the human body is caused by free radicals, and hydrogen-rich water is rich in hydrogen compared to ordinary spring water, which has good antioxidants. In a paper on hydrogen biology published in Nature Medicine, Prof. Naruo Ota of Japan Medical University discussed that hydrogen molecules can scavenge free radicals in the human body and have good therapeutic effects on aging and many chronic viral diseases caused by free radicals.

Second, take Chinese medicine

Xiao Chai Hu Tang is a thousand-year-old famous formula of Zhang Zhong Jing for treating Shao Yang syndrome. It can help to dispel the heat and drive away evil, regulate the spleen and stomach, and enhance positive energy, thus having the effect of improving immunity. Modern pharmacological studies also prove that many herbs, that is, have the ability to scavenge peroxide free radicals and inhibit the production of inflammatory factors. Among them, Banlangen, Jin Yin Hua, etc. are very good anti-peroxide-free radical drugs. This is why such drugs, including Triphala drugs, can be on the hot seat. (Especially, this is only based on the drug properties, do not blackmail, for rumors, I can not afford to toss.) The above are self-help measures for the pre-infection, if once you find it quite difficult to breathe, please contact the hospital immediately and receive treatment at the hospital.

3.3 moderate amount of exercise

As the old saying goes, the word exercise seems to be a cure-all doctor. You can find that strengthening exercise has its preventive effect on cardiovascular and cancer and other diseases. Especially in the current state of universal home, the right amount of indoor exercise can promote the body's blood circulation, accelerate nutrient absorption and improve the immunity of the body. 

1. should be based on age, physical condition, etc. to choose their own appropriate exercise program. Starting with some small, simple exercise, from weak to strong, step by step, long-term persistence, will naturally receive the intended effect.

2. Common home sports include: all kinds of ball sports, indoor cycling, rope skipping, radio gymnastics, etc., especially radio gymnastics is extremely significant, the effect is suitable for men, women and children. In addition, you can also try the Chinese noble exercise - taijiquan.

Research shows that the practice of taijiquan can increase the sensitivity of the nervous system, improve cardiopulmonary function, treatment of chronic digestive diseases, not only that, the practice of taijiquan can also regulate psychological stress, change the bad mood, to achieve a state of physical and mental relaxation, depression, anxiety, neurasthenia, insomnia, etc. has an incredible magical effect. It can be said to prolong life. Life is about exercise, exercise is about science, it is recommended that you at home or at work, are reasonable to arrange a good exercise time. Exercise, strengthen the body, you can improve their own immunity, so as to prevent virus invasion.

3.4 Ensure sufficient sleep

Quality sleep not only restores the brain and body, eliminates fatigue, but also strengthens the immunity of the body and resists the effects of the disease.

1. The best sleep time is 7 to 8 hours per night, the minimum should be not less than 6 hours. High-quality sleep can favor the nerves and brain cells to improve nutrition, not only to replenish the brain but also to improve the body's immunity. Conversely, if you do not get enough sleep, it will reduce immunity and cause aging, and its health hazards are great.

2. Sleep is divided into naps, naps, and night sleep, these three types of sleep are beneficial to the human body, night sleep accounts for the main time, naps and naps are "charging time", sleep time should not be too long.

3. Sleep taboos: you should not eat before going to bed, nor be too hungry; half an hour before going to bed should not do strenuous exercise, lights out, refuse to stay up late, the dark environment can improve the body's sleep quality, and the role of cancer prevention.

3.5 Mental health

Psychological stress is an invisible killer of human beings, "half of the health is mental health", there are many diseases caused by long-term bad states of mind, such as happiness, anger, and sadness, which will affect the health of the human body.

There is a famous "kick the cat effect" in psychology: a father was criticized by the boss, came home, and scolded the child who was playing. The child was so angry that he took it out on the cat. The cat fled to the street, just as a car drove by, the driver rushed to avoid, but the child on the side of the road was hit and injured. This is a typical vicious circle caused by the contagion of bad emotions. When a person has emotions, according to the principle of the "cat-kicking effect", it will be passed on to the people around them, which also tends to establish a vicious circle, opening the "mutual harm" circle.

Of course, in the face of an epidemic, some negative emotions such as panic and fear are inevitable. At this time, you should express your emotions with your family and friends; you should also get information from the officials and be less exposed to some negative information. In addition, we can also watch live broadcasts and micro-classes to learn the techniques and methods brought by authoritative psychologists for living in fear, which can make us feel great comfort psychologically.

Conclusion

Behind our calmness is the result of countless immune cells fighting to death, and every subtle change in our body may cause the immune cells to "fall in line, and the new coronavirus has told us that the best medicine is to improve immunity!