If you have a weak immune system, you are likely to get sick or catch colds more often. But did you know that there are other signs of a weak immune system? Read about the symptoms of a weakened immune system and tips on how to strengthen your immune system.

The immune system is your body's defence mechanism. It protects your body against bacteria, viruses and other ‘invaders’. When something enters your body that does not belong there, this defence system springs into action. A strong immune system ensures that you are less likely to become ill or that you recover more quickly after an illness. If you have a weakened immune system, it does not work as well. Strengthening the immune system is therefore important.

In addition to having a weak immune system, you may also suffer from an overactive immune system. This means that it reacts too strongly, sometimes to things that are not dangerous. In that case, your body may also attack your healthy cells and tissues. Fortunately, this is rare. In this article, we will only discuss a weakened immune system.

The symptoms of a weak immune system are often easy to recognise. You can read about the signs below.

Are you often cold, feeling flu-like or catching other infections? This could be a sign of a weakened immune system. Your body is struggling to defend itself against pathogens.

A weak immune system can cause wounds to take longer to heal. This slows down recovery and makes you more prone to inflammation.

Are you often tired, even when you sleep well? This could be due to a weakened immune system. This causes your energy levels to be low, because your body is constantly working to fight off intruders.

Regular inflammation, such as on your gums or skin, can be caused by a weak immune system. It is likely to respond too slowly or too weakly.

Do you suffer from stomach ache, bloating or frequent diarrhoea? This could also indicate a weak immune system. Your intestines send out signals when something is out of balance.

These signs may indicate that you need to boost your immune system. Fortunately, there are things you can do yourself to strengthen your immune system.

A stronger immune system often starts with changing your lifestyle. These don't have to be drastic changes, but healthy choices are important. Eat a varied diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables, get enough sleep and exercise regularly. Stress reduction, such as breathing exercises, is also very important. There are also other tools you can use to boost your immune system, such as red light therapy.

Red light therapy is very effective in strengthening the immune system. This involves intranasal laser therapy, in which red light is administered through the nose to the blood vessels and thus to the entire body. This stimulates energy production by improving the functioning of your mitochondria. This allows cells to recover better, reduces inflammation and makes the body function more efficiently. It also means that your immune system can respond better to intruders.

Red light therapy improves the immune system by supporting various bodily functions. Here is what red light does:

• It stimulates blood flow, improving the distribution of oxygen and nutrients;
• It activates white blood cells, which are essential for fighting viruses and bacteria;
• It reduces inflammation, allowing your immune system to function properly without becoming overactive;
• It supports cell functions, enabling them to perform their tasks more effectively, such as fighting off pathogens;
• It boosts overall resistance, making your body more resilient to infections and enabling it to recover more quickly after illness.

The IN-light laser is an intranasal red light therapy device. This device can offer the above benefits and strengthen your immune system. It is a completely natural method that helps your body become stronger!

Use the IN-light laser whenever it suits you. While you work, when you're sitting on the sofa or perhaps as part of your morning routine. This way, you can boost your immune system at any time.