How to Boost Children’s Immunity?
Many parents often ask, “My child gets sick all the time—could it be that their immunity is too weak? How can I boost it?” So, what exactly is immunity?
Immunity refers to the function of the immune system. It is composed of a series of immune cells (such as lymphocytes), organs (such as the thymus and spleen), and immune molecules (such as complements and antibodies), forming a sophisticated and complex network.
Fighting against “unauthorized invaders” like pathogenic microorganisms is the primary job of the immune system.
It’s Normal for Children to Have Lower Immunity
A child’s immune system starts developing early in the embryonic stage and is not fully mature at birth. It gradually reaches the adult level as the child grows. Therefore, children, especially babies, are in a state of physiological low immunity. Immunity matures and strengthens continuously in the process of the human body “fighting” against various external pathogenic factors. In fact, it is quite normal for babies and young children to get sick frequently.
How to Boost a Baby’s Immunity?
- Ensure a Balanced Daily Diet
Nutrients such as protein, vitamin D, zinc, iron, vitamin A, and vitamin C are closely related to children’s immune function. Insufficient intake of these nutrients will affect the normal development of the immune system.
- Persist in Breastfeeding
Breast milk contains a large number of immune substances, which can enhance babies’ immunity and disease resistance, helping to resist viral invasion.
- Do More Touch Therapy with Babies
Touch therapy not only improves babies’ blood circulation and boosts their immunity but also promotes digestion and absorption, reduces crying, and helps babies sleep better.
- Drink More Boiled Water
Keeping mucous membranes moist is very important! Drinking more water can keep mucous membranes moist at all times, forming an important line of defense against bacteria.
- Pay Attention to Daily Hygiene
Wash hands frequently in daily life, pay attention to personal hygiene, and try not to touch areas like the eyes, mouth, and nasal cavity with dirty hands.
- Get Vaccinated on Time
Vaccines are an important barrier to protect children’s health—for example, the BCG vaccine prevents tuberculosis, the oral polio vaccine prevents poliomyelitis (infantile paralysis), and the hepatitis B vaccine prevents hepatitis B.
- Outdoor Activities Are a Must Every Day
Be sure to ensure that children have 2 hours of outdoor activities every day.
- Care About Children’s Mental Health
In addition to physical health, we should also pay more attention to children’s inner world and avoid putting too much pressure on them. Maintaining a happy mood and providing children with a relaxed living environment are also very helpful for their immunity.
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