Boost Your Immune System - Learn To Play Bridge

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Did you know that if you learn to play bridge it may help boost your immune system? Its true.
Berkeley University in the USA wanted to know if it was possible that active use of the brain could help improve immune system function. In 2000 they carried out a study, designed to focus on the effects of using the dorsolateral cortex. This part of the brain works under voluntary control and is stimulated by concentration and active mental use.
The researchers decided that playing bridge was the perfect activity for their study. Playing bridge requires concentration and active use of the brain. Bridge players need to co-ordinate with their bridge partner to ensure they bid as accurately as possible. The bidding system requires concentration and mental skill to work out how many tricks you and your partner should win. Once the bidding is over and the game has started, players need to concentrate on the cards being played not only by their partner, but also by the opposing team.
For the study, the researchers used twelve women in their 70s and 80s. The women were asked to play bridge for an hour and a half. At the end of the session the women had blood tests taken.
For eight out of the twelve women, the blood tests showed that they had significantly increased levels of T cells the cells used by the body to help fight infections.
During your working life it is easy to keep the brain active and stimulated. Many people will have noticed that they are less likely to succumb to infection while they are leading a busy and active life. Is it possible to maintain this protection from infection when you retire? Can you keep your brain active and stimulated to help maintain a healthy immune system?
The answer is yes. Emulate the women in the study. Learn to play bridge. Bridge stimulates that vital dorsolateral cortex, helping to boost your immune system and keep you healthy and free from infection.


About the Author:
Bridge is a sociable game and you will want to join a class or club, or meet up with friends. You can also practice your bridge online with the No Fear Bridge membership site. Here you will find lots of fun, interactive quizzes, tutorials and lessons to help improve your game of bridge, keep your brain active and improve your immune system function.



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