About the immune system
The immune system is your child’s protection from viruses and bacteria that enter your child’s body, and make them very sick. Your child’s immune system is made of organs and cells that work together to make special blood cells. Although mums are passing on immunities to their children during pregnancy and breast-feeding , to help children fight viruses and illnesses for the future it needs to be constantly developed to protect them against germs causing diseases.
Did you know that viruses and germs are airborne and undetected?
Harmful bacteria, virus and germs cannot be seen but are everywhere to attack your child, even in the comfort of your home. Here are some surprising facts of threats to your child’s health:
• An average toddler can be susceptible to illness up to 8 times a year from acquired germs.
• 4 out of 5 illnesses are transmitted through physical contact.
• Acquired germs from public places can lead to a fatal disease.
• Falling sick depends on your child’s resistance to harmful bacteria.
Protecting your child’s health
Dr. Allan Green of the Stanford University School of Medicine strongly suggests that you may need to give children a strong natural defence against illnesses and diseases to give them a head start in life before you may even begin to nurture them to become intellectually and physically active children.
More immune boosting tips
A healthy gut builds a healthy immune system; here are more tips to keep your children healthy:
• Keeping your child happy by showing him love and playing with him can help stimulate positive feelings and eliminate stress.
• Ensure your child gets sufficient sleep.
• Encourage your child to be active as studies show that overweight children get twice as much infection as healthy children.
• Practice good hygiene and keep a clean, germ-free environment for your child.
• Give your child a well-balanced nutrition rich in essential vitamins and minerals.
• Check with your doctor on your child’s immunization requirements against diseases and infections.