Balancing The Immune System

FOUNDATIONS FOR A STRONG IMMUNE SYSTEM

Let us look at how incorporating certain lifestyle practices and alternative health care can set you up for a strong immune system. Healthy habits and holistic alternative care can help give your immune system the support it needs.

To build a strong Immune System:

• Fortify your body with high quality nutrients and whole foods.

• Take steps in working in a routine that looks at all areas of your health, which will in turn help you in building a strong and resilient foundation of good health.

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

The organs that are primarily involved in producing the specialized cells that govern the immune system are the Spleen, Thymus, Lymph Nodes/Lymphatic System as well as the Bone Marrow. T cells are produced in the Thymus and B cells in the Bone Marrow. T cells are in charge of cell mediated immunity, attacking foreign material. The B cells secrete antibodies that attach to foreign material and single it out for elimination.

The suspect foreign material is typically a protein called an antigen. The antibodies that are created in response to its presence are specific to that particular antigen. Antibodies are classified in 4 groups: IMMUNOGLOBINS: IgA, IgG, IgM, and IgE.

WAYS TO SUPPORT YOUR IMMUNITY

1. Focus on Whole Foods that are rich in Antioxidants, Omega 3 rich foods, healthy fats, prebiotic and fermented foods. Analyze one’s diet and be sure to integrate a variety of colorful and fresh, organic produce.

2. High quality minerals and optimum hydration.

3. Get good quality sleep; balance the Circadian Rhythm.

4. Regulate the Nervous System- practice mindfulness, grounding, breathwork and movement.

5. Encourage movement & lymphatic drainage- rebounding, castor oil and massage.

6. Get enough vitamin-D through sun exposure

7. Remove toxins, Quit poor habits.

NUTRITIONAL REMEDIES TO SUPPLEMENT

When one is ill, it is important to strengthen the immune function as much as possible nutritionally. Including as much Allium vegetables like garlic and onions.

SOME HERBS-

1. Astragulus, a superior herb for general enhancement of the immune system, especially for chronic decreased immunity.

2. Echinacea, a potent immune stimulant. Used for general immune stimulation and enhancement.

3. Elderberry, a rich antioxidant supplement that has been proven to aid in strengthening the immune function.

If you are interested in exploring more on ways to strengthen the foundation of your immune system- check out and download my Immunity Boost Protocol Guide- here.

By investing in the efforts to transform subpar health practices and truly implement holistic maintenance care will ensure that you will have a stronger immune system. Establishing proper habits and an effective routine and lifestyle that will nourish your body, mind and soul will tremendously benefit your whole body systems.