The immunologist explained the reasons for the drop in immunity

Yulia Shubina, an allergist and immunologist at the Medical Rehabilitation Center of the Russian Ministry of Health, explained why immunity cannot be improved with vitamins.

In an interview with the Health Mail on Monday, October 20, the specialist explained that immunity decreases under the influence of viruses, stress, vitamin deficiency, chronic diseases and bad habits. Influenza, herpes, and HIV viruses, prolonged stress, and a lack of vitamins and trace elements especially weaken the body's defenses.

As the specialist noted, some medications have a significant effect on the immune system. Among them are chemotherapeutic agents, glucocorticosteroids and antibiotics, notes 360.ru

Signals of weakened immunity can include frequent and prolonged colds, recurrent infections, chronic inflammation, fatigue, and herpes rashes. In such cases, it is important to undergo an examination.

Shubina stressed that the restoration of immunity begins with eliminating the cause of its decline. A healthy lifestyle, balanced diet, physical activity, sleep and giving up bad habits help. Secondary immunodeficiency can be corrected with timely diagnosis and the right approach.

On October 17, doctor Zheng Xuezhi told how to strengthen the body's defenses and survive the cold season without illness. According to him, "at this time of the year, the key to health lies in the harmony of yin and yang, following the rhythms of nature and gently strengthening the immune system."

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