Episode 12: Why ‘Immune Boosting’ Labels are a Myth: 10 Tips to Support Your Immune Function This Autumn

 

One topic in particular that becomes popular during this time of the year is immunity, and more specifically ‘boosting’ our immune system to prevent us from getting ill over the winter period. 

In this episode, Nicole explains why having an immune system that’s in overdrive is not something we want, as it can sometimes trigger autoimmune diseases and make flare ups and relapses worse. Instead, what we want is a balanced immune system. Tune into the full episode to hear Nicole’s top 10 tips for supporting your immune function during this season and for the long term!

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Timestamps:

[01:29] What to keep in mind when it comes to Flu and Covid booster jabs

[03:38] Why the term ‘immune boosting’ is a sales hack

[04:41] Boosting energy and balancing immunity

[05:24] The difference between having an under/over active immune system vs. a balanced one

[07:20] Working with an expert to make sure you’re taking the correct supplements based on YOUR health

[08:58] Nicole’s top 10 tips to help support your immune function   

[13:24] What happens when our Inflammatory response gets triggered

[14:33] The impact that lifestyle elements can have on your immune system

[15:24] The benefits of breathwork and falling into a parasympathetic state

[15:46] How our bodies recover whilst we sleep

[16:11] More than 70% of our immune system is in the gut

 
There’s lots we can do to support and balance our immunity, but we definitely don’t want to be doing things that boost our immunity.
— NICOLE GOODE
 

Essential learnings from this episode…

  • Why ‘immune boosting’ labels are a myth and a sales hack we should be avoiding

  • The 10 things we can do to support our immune function for the long term

  • The importance of breathwork and focusing on our sleep for recovery 

  • How small lifestyle changes can make a huge difference

 
 

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