An Alternative Way to Increase Immunity

Fall can feel like a magical season. Everyone loves the changing colours, cozy sweaters and cool days with a hot coffee in your hand. But for some, autumn is notorious as the season of colds and flus.

Want to head into this winter with a super charged immune system to help fend off viruses and enjoy a healthy year?

Did you know that a Chiropractic adjustment can help boost your immune system?

The immune system works under the direct control of the brain and nervous system. Immune-fighting white blood cells operate under the direct control of the sympathetic nervous system (SNS). The sympathetic part of your nervous system is activated by your brain’s stress response. When the demand on your sympathetic nervous system increases, “the activity of the immune system decreases with a resultant increased susceptibility to infection” (Rabin, 1999). This means that the stresses we encounter on a daily basis are activating part of our body to act as an immunosuppressive.

Chiropractic care can help your body be better in defending against how much work your nervous system must do.

The chiropractic adjustment changes the sympathetic tone, which improves the immune system function.

Simply put, the brain becomes less stressed. When that stress response is not activated, your immune system isn’t being suppressed. Research compiled in 2011 showed a 139% increase in specific immune boosting hormones following a spinal adjustment. There was also an increase in circulation, lymphatic flow, cardiac output after the adjustment. Chiropractic care helps your immune system work better and faster, something we can all benefit from!

TOP 7 THINGS TO DO THAT INCREASE YOUR IMMUNITY

1. Get your Spine and Nervous System checked by a Family Chiropractor and adjusted regularly

2. Plenty of water (half your body weight in ounces)

3. Increase Vitamin D3

4. Increase Omega 3 fatty acids

5. Prioritize Sleep, get to bed early!

6. Limit sugar

7. Move your body regularly – The Pink Studio is the perfect place to do that!

We look forward to adjusting the families of East York this fall and winter and keeping their immune systems strong to defend off any germs that may come their way. Book your Chiropractic appointment to turn on your immune boosting superpowers!

Dr. Amanda and Dr. Kelly

East End Family Wellness

@eastendfamilywellness