How to Boost Your Immune System This Autumn From A Chiropractor in Tokyo

As the temperature drops and the autumn leaves fall in Tokyo, our bodies start adjusting to cooler weather, shorter days, and a new set of seasonal stressors.

Autumn is a time when many people experience fatigue, lowered immunity, and even mood changes. That’s why it’s essential to prepare your body and nervous system now before the colds and flus hit.

As a chiropractor in Tokyo, I see how to strengthen your immune system naturally through:

• Effective chiropractic adjustments

• High dose L-lysine supplementation to prevent cold sores

• Daily cruciferous vegetables and prebiotic foods to balance hormones and support mood

  
  

Strengthen Immunity with Regular Chiropractic Care

Your immune system and nervous system are closely linked. When your spine is misaligned, it can interfere with how your brain communicates with the rest of your body, including the organs that regulate immunity.

Regular chiropractic adjustments help your brain-body communication, allowing your body to respond more efficiently to internal and external stressors like sick kids and sick office mates.

At Electra Chiropractic, just 3 minutes from Azabujuban Station in Minato, Dr. Ariel Thorpe, DC always checks her clients' upper cervical spine, which is our main entry point to the immune system via the vagus nerve. Looking for fewer colds, less seasonal fatigue, and improved overall wellness this fall? Include chiropractic care in your autumn self-care routine.

Prevent Cold Sores with L-Lysine

Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which can remain dormant in your system and flare up during times of stress, immune suppression, or changes in weather.

The balance between lysine and arginine (amino acids, or the building blocks of protein) plays a key role in HSV expression or cold sore outbreaks. Lysine helps suppress the virus, while arginine (found in nuts, chocolate, and grains) can promote its activation.

According to research, oral lysine supplementation may reduce the recurrence and severity of cold sores if taken before the onset of the sore. However, dose matters:

• Less than 1 gram daily is not enough

• More than 3 grams daily has been shown to improve patient outcomes and comfort during HSV flare-ups, if taken at the first sign of stress to the system

  
  

The recommended dosage is often 3 to 4 grams of lysine daily during the colder months, especially when under stress or feeling run down.

Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning new supplements. Questions? Ask Dr. Ariel.

Eat Cruciferous Vegetables and Prebiotic Foods for Hormone and Mood Balance

Shorter days and cooler weather can sometimes bring mood dips or a depressed feeling, often linked to hormonal fluctuations and changes in gut health.

Eating plenty of cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, kale, cabbage, and bok choi can support the liver’s detoxification of excess sex hormones (testosterone, estrogen, etc.), promoting a healthier hormonal balance.

Meanwhile, prebiotic foods such as onions, garlic, leeks, asparagus, and green bananas feed the beneficial bacteria in your gut — which play a major role in regulating serotonin and mood.

A healthy gut microbiome contributes to better hormonal balance, more stable energy, and improved emotional wellbeing, all key factors for thriving through the Tokyo autumn and winter seasons.

Stay Aligned and Resilient This Season

Your body’s ability to handle stress, fight infection, and maintain balance depends on how well your nervous system and immune system communicate.

Combine:

• Regular chiropractic care

• High-dose lysine for immune support

• A nutrient-dense, gut-friendly diet

and stay strong, centered, and resilient through the seasonal changes ahead.

Visit Electra Chiropractic in Tokyo

If you’re ready to strengthen your immunity and prepare your body for the colder months, schedule a posture and wellness check at Electra Chiropractic today.

Our office is just a 3-minute walk from Azabujuban Station, conveniently located for busy Tokyo professionals. Dr. Ariel Thorpe, DC, is an American chiropractor trained and licensed in California, Hong Kong, and Japan, providing holistic chiropractic care for posture, spinal health, and overall wellbeing.

👉 Book your consultation online here and take a proactive step toward a healthier, more balanced autumn season.

References

• PubMed – Herpes simplex virus and lysine–arginine balance.

• JAND Online – Dietary fibre and immune regulation.

• NCBI – Gut microbiome and hormonal health.