Can running boost immunity?

Mar 14, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Hello doctor, recently I saw on TV that running can boost the immune system. Is this true? My sister keeps catching colds due to low immunity, and our whole family is very worried. Could you please tell me if running can actually improve immunity?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Aihua
据研究表明,跑步能够起到提高Immunity力的作用,因为跑步Exercise可以加速Blood循环,对调节机体内的新陈代谢和激活机体Immunity力具有重要作用。经过长时间的科学研究证明,Exercise以及适当的Diet可以极大地增强人体的Immunity力,使机体能够抵御外界的病毒、细菌等入侵,具有了强大的Immunity能力,从而可以有效地防止或减轻Disease的发生。 尽管跑步Exercise有助于增强Immunity力,但它只是调节Immunity力的一种Method。有时,体育Exercise和较低的营养进食可能会引起营养不良,从而弱化Immunity力,而不是增加它。所以,要想有效地提高Immunity力,除了多Exercise外,还要注意营养均衡,保证摄入足够的营养以及充分休息。