Home » Detox, Immunity, Infection

The Immune System – What It Is and the Importance of Immune Support

[31 Mar 2010 | No Comments | 16 views | Author: Dee Braun, DrR, CA, CCT]
If you enjoy this post, please share it using the buttons to your right >>, or email it to a friend, we'd really appreciate it! You can also get natural health articles delivered free by email or RSS - AND get a free mini-course on the Healing Art of Reflexology!


The Immune System   What it is and the Importance of Immune SupportThe immune system is such a vital body system but we rarely think about how important it really is. The immune system is responsible for driving away bacteria, germs, viruses and unwanted toxins.

In the past, the main goal of medical science was to try and cure diseases once they had already taken hold. Things are different today because more and more emphasis is being placed on preventing medical conditions before they develop, by focusing on immune support and immune system boosters.

Making sure the immune system is working at it’s best will help it to fight off unwanted invaders. There are a lot of ways that you can help the immune system so that it will be able to protect you better.

It is important to get plenty of exercise, not only to keep the immune system strong, but for many other reasons, too. Try to do some type of exercise for 30 minutes a day. You don’t have to do the full 30 minutes in the beginning but try to work up to it.

Diet plays a big role in keeping us healthy as well. Eating foods that contain selenium is very important. The best available source of it is found in Brazil nuts. Tuna is also high in selenium and is probably easier to work into your diet. You should be sure to eat foods that are high in vitamin C, garlic, zinc and vitamin B6. Many of these vitamins and minerals, which are natural immune system boosters, can be covered by a good multivitamin. Try to eat yogurt at least once a day, if not twice.

Rest is also of utmost importance. If you are not sleeping enough or your sleep is low quality then your immune system is suffering immensely. It is very common to see people who are having sleep problems also suffering with physical problems. You must get the right amount of sleep, be it 7 or 8 hours, to keep your body in tip top shape.

Take care of your body and it will take care of you. Good hygiene is perhaps the easiest and most effective way to keep the immune system working effectively and provide effective immune system help. To start with, make sure you wash your hands often and take plenty of showers. This will go a long way toward stopping germs from invading your body openings. Do not drink or eat after other people, especially if they are sick. When you cough or sneeze, make sure that your mouth is covered.

Try to keep your mind in optimal health by practicing things like yoga or meditation. The reason for this is that stress can really tax the immune system. Depression and anxiety will also run your body down in no time flat. If you are dealing with serious emotional or mental problems then you should seek the help of a psychologist without delay.

There has been an increase in people trying to find natural immune system support. Herbal and homeopathic remedies have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support immune system functioning, acting as natural immune system boosters to keep us healthy and support and maintain overall systemic functioning.

In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom. There are now many published clinical studies demonstrating the ability of a range of herbs to help the immune system as well as the normal and healthy functioning of the immune system

ImmunityPlus is a natural, safe and effective liquid herbal formula that is a blend of African, Asian and other herbs specifically formulated to optimize immune functioning. ImmunityPlus is a potent, complex remedy that contains ingredients to provide a wide range of benefits to those suffering from depressed immune systems or wish to boost their optimal functioning.

This includes a liver tonic; immune system strengthening; improved body functioning; detoxification; and enhanced convalescence. ImmunityPlus can be used to tone and strengthen the immune system during and after illness and is a useful overall tonic for the body. Created by a clinical psychologist, ImmunityPlus is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.

Send this article to a friend!

About the author

Dee Braun, DrR, CA, CCT Dee Braun ~ I am a Certified Aromatherapist, Reiki Master, Holistic Health Practitioner, Master Herbalist, Dr. of Reflexology and single mom who is dedicated to helping others any way I can. One way I choose to help is by offering information on the benefits and uses of natural healing methods. One of my most favorite quotes is:I wanted to change the world, so I got up one morning and looked in the mirror. That one looking back said: "There is not much time left. The earth is wracked with pain. Children are starving. Nations remain divided by mistrust and hatred. Everywhere the air and water have been fouled almost beyond help. Do something!" ~Michael Jackson

Get Quality Natural Health Information FREE by Email!

Fill out the form below to sign up to our free natural health and healing newsletter and stay informed about holistic healing therapies and effective home remedies for common ailments.

As a thank you for joining our newsletter, we'll also send you The Healing Art of Reflexology mini-course - at absolutely no cost!
Name: 
Email: 
 

Our strict privacy policy keeps your email address 100% safe & secure. We will NEVER share your email address or personal information with anyone! The Natural Holistic Health newsletters are sent, on average, only once per week.


Free Health Ebook For You...

Natural Help for Sterility

    Simply Right Click and choose Save As to save to your desktop!  More FREE Natural Health, Wellness and Pet Ebooks at Remedies4.com!


Shared Post

Leave your response!

Add your comment below, or trackback from your own site. You can also subscribe to these comments via RSS.

Be nice. Keep it clean. Stay on topic. No spam.

You can use these tags:
<a href="" title=""> <abbr title=""> <acronym title=""> <b> <blockquote cite=""> <cite> <code> <del datetime=""> <em> <i> <q cite=""> <strike> <strong>

 Get Quality Natural Health Information by Email and a Free Reflexology Mini Course! 


This is a Gravatar-enabled weblog. To get your own globally-recognized-avatar, please register at Gravatar.

Get Adobe Flash playerPlugin by wpburn.com wordpress themes