Immune health is on everyone’s mind right now. The good news is that there’s a whole laundry list of things you can do to keep yourself healthy.

Here are 3 simple and effective ways to boost your immune system:

Get 7-9 hours of sleep a night

Getting adequate sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health. 

Sleeping for a full 7-9 hours a night significantly lowers your risk for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, depression, and cancer. 

Studies also show that people who don’t get quality sleep or enough sleep are more likely to get sick after being exposed to a virus. 

If you have a hard time hitting the sheets, you’re not alone. Check out this article for some tips and you’ll be counting sheep in no time. 

Eat a diet that’s high in fruits and vegetables

Harvard Medical School suggests fruits and vegetables as one of the main ways to keep your immune system healthy. 

There are hundreds of scientific studies on the health benefits of specific fruits and veggies, but a few that are proven to boost your immune system are citrus fruits, garlic, ginger, broccoli, and spinach. 

Try to minimize stress

We know that stress has a negative effect on our body’s immune system. 

One of the easiest ways to combat stress is by starting a meditation practice or doing breathing exercises. 

You can also use your diet for this one! Drinking water and eating specific foods have been proven to lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. 

If you’re already doing those, try adding some creative practices like painting or drawing into your daily life.