{"id":19925,"date":"2025-09-26T11:00:21","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T15:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/?p=19925"},"modified":"2025-09-26T11:19:35","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T15:19:35","slug":"could-this-be-what-people-who-never-get-sick-do-differently","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/could-this-be-what-people-who-never-get-sick-do-differently-19925\/","title":{"rendered":"Could this be what people who never get sick do differently?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Some people claim they never <a href=\"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/doctors-reveal-the-one-symptom-that-should-never-be-ignored-19041\/\"><strong>get sick<\/strong><\/a> from colds, flu, or even minor bugs that affect everyone else. While most of us stock up on tissues and vitamin C, they move through offices, trains, and family gatherings without so much as a sniffle. This sparks curiosity: do they have secret habits, or is it just genetics and luck?<\/p>\n<p>Stories of people who rarely fall ill show patterns of balanced living: <strong>good sleep, moderate exercise, healthy <a href=\"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/nutrition\/diets\/hard-boiled-egg-diet-what-is-it-and-menu-to-lose-6-6-lbs-in-5-days-1129\/\">diets<\/a>, and social engagement<\/strong>. Yet experts caution that these anecdotes don\u2019t prove &#8220;superhuman&#8221; immunity exists. Genetics, stress, sleep, and lifestyle all influence health, but the idea of complete invulnerability remains unproven.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_76 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/could-this-be-what-people-who-never-get-sick-do-differently-19925\/#How_experts_view_%E2%80%9Cnever_getting_sick%E2%80%9D\" >How experts view &#8220;never getting sick&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/could-this-be-what-people-who-never-get-sick-do-differently-19925\/#Habits_to_support_your_immune_system\" >Habits to support your immune system<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/could-this-be-what-people-who-never-get-sick-do-differently-19925\/#A_realistic_perspective\" >A realistic perspective<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_experts_view_%E2%80%9Cnever_getting_sick%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>How experts view &#8220;never getting sick&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As The Guardian reports, Dr. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.physoc.org\/magazine-articles\/stressing-out-the-immune-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Natalie Riddell<\/a><\/strong>, lecturer in immunology at the University of Surrey and spokesperson for the British Society for Immunology, explains that claims of never getting ill are <strong>mostly self-reported and unverified<\/strong>. &#8220;It\u2019s pretty much hearsay and self-reporting,&#8221; she says.<\/p>\n<p>Daniel Davis, professor of immunology at the University of Manchester and author of The Compatibility Gene, notes that<strong> immune systems are as unique as fingerprints<\/strong>. &#8220;Some people inherit genes that help them handle certain viruses better, but that doesn\u2019t mean they have a universally stronger immune system.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Ann Robinson, GP and Guardian contributor, emphasizes that <strong>colds and infections are natural challenges for the immune system<\/strong>, not failures. She also highlights the role of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/okdiario.com\/metabolic\/en\/health\/harvard-study-proves-after-80-years-aging-well-is-linked-to-social-connection-19242\/\">social connection<\/a><\/strong> in wellbeing, noting loneliness can negatively affect health.<\/p>\n<p>Riddell adds that <strong>stress and disrupted sleep<\/strong> weaken immunity, while a balanced lifestyle helps the body respond more effectively to infections.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Habits_to_support_your_immune_system\"><\/span>Habits to support your immune system<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Even without &#8220;superhuman&#8221; genes, experts recommend habits that support overall health:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Avoid smoking and limit alcohol<\/strong> \u2013 Robinson points out that both can impair immune defenses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Wash your hands regularly<\/strong> \u2013 but focus on proximity, as most infections spread through close contact.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exercise moderately and consistently<\/strong> \u2013 improves circulation, potentially aiding immune response.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Manage stress<\/strong> \u2013 chronic stress produces cortisol, which dampens immune function.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay up to date with vaccinations<\/strong> \u2013 essential for those at higher risk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintain a balanced, varied diet<\/strong> \u2013 gut microbiome affects immunity, though mechanisms are still studied.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prioritize good sleep<\/strong> \u2013 circadian rhythms regulate immune activity.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stay socially connected<\/strong> \u2013 loneliness can harm overall health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_realistic_perspective\"><\/span>A realistic perspective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ultimately, no one is completely immune to illness. Davis stresses that variation in immune responses is natural and necessary for survival. Even the healthiest individuals face vulnerabilities.<\/p>\n<p>For those who rarely get sick, the secret seems less about magic remedies and <strong>more about balance<\/strong>: moderate activity, rest, nutritious food, stress management, social engagement, mental stimulation, and maintaining a positive mindset. Walters and Hunter emphasize that curiosity, hobbies, and optimism all contribute to wellbeing. As Robinson notes, viewing illness as a challenge for the immune system rather than a failure can help maintain perspective, resilience, and a healthier approach to everyday life.<\/p>\n<p>Even if no one can become completely immune, <strong>adopting these habits allows people to support their immune systems<\/strong>, reduce the risk of infection, and improve overall quality of life. Understanding that health is a combination of genetics, lifestyle, and mindset encourages a realistic, proactive approach to wellness rather than chasing the impossible goal of never getting sick.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Some people claim they never get sick from colds, flu, or even minor bugs that affect everyone else. While most of us stock up on tissues and vitamin C, they move through offices, trains, and family gatherings without so much as a sniffle. 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