6. They practice meditation
Another thing that could be detrimental to your immune system’s natural ability to fight colds is how you handle stress. Those who rarely get sick handle stress better than those who do. In fact, several studies pointed out that stress has many negative effects on our bodies, including on our immune system.
Founder of Be Well and the Eleven Eleven Wellness Center in New York City, Frank Lipman, MD, says that practicing meditation or yoga can significantly reduce stress levels. So, if you want to give your immune system a boost, manage your stress first.
Plus, both yoga and meditation have a plethora of health benefits, including decreased inflammation markers, controlled sugar cravings, improved mental health, and lowered blood pressure levels.
