PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, EXERCISES, AND THEIR EFFECTS TO THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
Abstract: Every systems in
human body correlate to maintain homeostasis. One of those systems which
contribute to maintain homeostasis is the immune system. The immune system
defends physiological functions against foreign substances and cancer cells
through a complex and multilayered mechanism. The ability to defend against
foreign substances and abnormal cells is done by two types of immune system,
which are Innate immune system and adaptive/acquired immune system. There are
also certain factors that affect the immune system, for instance physiological
factor, nutrition, psychological factor, environental factor, and exercise or
physical activities. Regular exercises and physical activities with moderate
intensity will boost the immune system. Sedentary lifestyle and minimal
physical activity will increase the risk of infectious diseases. While
exercises and physical activity with high intensity will suppress the immune
system hence increase the risk of infection.
Author: Titis Nurmasitoh
Journal Code: jpkedokterangg150346