Healthy Living Habits

Following general good-health guidelines is the single best step you can take toward keeping your immune system strong and healthy. Every part of your body, including your immune system, functions better when protected from environmental assaults and bolstered by healthy-living strategies such as these:

• Don’t smoke.
  
• Eat a diet high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and low in saturated fat.
  
• Exercise regularly.
  
• Maintain a healthy weight.
  
• Control your blood pressure.
  
• If you drink alcohol, drink only in moderation.
  
• Get adequate sleep.
  
• Take steps to avoid infection, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking meats thoroughly.
  
• Get regular medical screening tests for people in your age group and risk category.