The Most Relaxing Facts About The Immune System to Fall Asleep To
Close your eyes and let the quiet, remarkable science of your immune system settle your mind for sleep. When you sleep, your body releases T cells from the bloodstream so they can travel to your lymph nodes, where the immune system is trained to recognize and remember pathogens. Sleep also increases the "migratory potential" of T cells, making them more efficient. A good night's sleep after a vaccination can double your immune response. Relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation lower stress hormones, allowing your immune system to work more effectively. Even laughter has a…
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