How to avoid constantly stimulating the immune system

1. regular breaks from sitting, if possible every 30-60 minutes, and plenty of exercise throughout the day.
2. preprandial exercise: By exercising extensively for about 5 minutes before you eat, you activate your muscles – your so-called “muscle gland”.
This then uses up the blood sugar and the immune system not only has less energy, but the innate anti-inflammatory immune system also produces an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal (against fungal diseases) protective substance – lactoferrin.
This process causes the natural short-term inflammatory reaction after eating to be less than without exercise.
3. eat avocado, scampi, seaweed: these foods also contribute to a lower inflammatory reaction after eating.
4. reduce bad fats and glycemic loads (trans fats, omega-6 fats) and foods with a high glycemic load (carbohydrates per 100 grams): Eating chips, fries, most convenience foods as well as sweets, soft drinks, fruit juices, bread, pizza, pasta, potatoes, etc. triggers inflammatory responses.
Omit or reduce them.
5. reduce the frequency of meals: Do not eat more than 2-3 times a day so that the immune system is not constantly activated.
Note: snacks count as a meal!
6. eat early in the evening: Have your last meal of the day no later than 7-8 p.m. in summer and no later than 5-6 p.m. in winter.
7. eat few carbohydrates with your last meal: This prevents the immune system from becoming overactive at night.
8. regulate stress and resolve pent-up problems
9. get enough and good sleep: adults usually need 7-9 hours.
10. correct deficiencies: Omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, iodine, B vitamins, choline, proteins, Q10, etc. Most of these substances have anti-inflammatory effects and are essential for the normal functioning of the immune system.
11. daily intake of: – Chlorella and spirulina (about 3-4 grams/day each): These algae support the mitochondria in aerobic metabolism.
– Saffron (up to 30 mg daily) can prevent reactivation of the immune system by inhibiting peripheral serotonin uptake.
– Salvia officinalis (garden sage): This calms the immune system.
Brew one to three cups of 1.5 grams per day as a tea, but not while breastfeeding as it inhibits milk flow.   Sometimes these measures may not be enough, especially if a low-grade inflammation has been present for a long time.
Then it makes sense to consult a specialist.   More on this topic: See The osteopathy self-help book