Protect Yourself: You Are Unbeatable We are strong and resilient beyond our wildest dreams. What our bodies defend against and heal from is incredible. We were designed that way, but we must respect that the fuel and the building blocks that we need, take time and thought to incorporate into our busy and stressful lives. This is imperative. Colds, flues, bacterial and viral infections are caused by invaders, but can do no harm or "take over" unless our defense system is weak. Getting sick is not normal; it is common, but not normal. Simply put, your best defense is having a good offense. Pathogenic bacteria and viruses are always around you. The trick is to build your internal army. There are many natural substances such as blue green algae, oregano oil, and olive leaf extract that are effective against harmful viruses and bacteria. Powerful options abound for you to choose from --- --- foods, lifestyle, and nutritional supplementation to strengthen your body. Here are some suggestions: 1.) Eat Organic Dairy and Meats: avoid xenohormones (such as rBGH) 2.) Eat Organic Fruits and Vegetables: avoid xenohormones such as pesticides 3.) Eat Foods Containing Phytochemicals: a.)Phytonutrients - broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussel sprouts, kale, onions, garlic, tomatoes, hot peppers, citrus fruits, buckwheat, b.)ORAC foods raise antioxidant levels of human blood 10-25% protecting from degenerations of tissue: raisins, prunes, berries, red grapes. c.) Phytonutrients in supplements - blue green algae, barley grass, alfalfa 4.) Avoid certain foods that may cause allergies or sensitivities. They may eventually deplete immune function. Some problem foods are: dairy, wheat, corn, peanuts, soy, sugar, chocolate, caffeine, oranges. 5.) Avoid processed foods with long ingredient lists: frozen foods, canned foods, packaged foods (boxed cereals, mixes, cookies, candy, diet products). Look for BHT, BHA, TBHQ, sodium benzoate, nitrates, sulfites, food colorings, artificial sweeteners, and artificial flavors on your labels. Avoid them. 6.) Drink pure water as your main beverage. Eliminate milk, sodas, coffee, tea. Use filtered or spring water and herbal teas. Natural sparkling water and sodas, organic coffee and teas are available for occasional use. The digestive system or gastrointestinal tract is really the largest immune organ in the body. Scientists have discovered locations of lymphocytes or white blood cells called Peyer"s Patches. These are housed in the lining of our intestines - yet another reason to make sure our digestive systems are not irritated with sugar and coffee and excess chemicals. These Peyer"s Patches are directly related to the brain and the nervous system. They also manufacture the body"s antibodies - our artillery against foreign invaders - right in the intestinal lining. What communication and intelligence our cells have. This constitutes a large part of our defense system from the outside world. To improve the digestive and immune relationship: 1)Consume friendly bacteria, such as Acidophilus and Bifidus. It is available in supplement form. Cell Tech makes excellent Acidophilus and Bifidus. 2) Utilize yogurt, kefir, kim chee, and sauerkraut, as they are naturally fermented and contain the good bacteria, especially if they are homemade. (For recipes, see Smart Food, Smart Families, by Dr. Laura Thompson.) 3) Take digestive enzymes. 4) Eat fiber for digestive health and to assist the body in eliminating harmful estrogens that cause degenerative diseases. a) Fruits and vegetables for bowel health and nutrients for friendly bacteria b) Beans - help lower cholesterol c) Seeds - inner layer helps lower cholesterol d)Psyllium, rice bran or tocotriene, prune fiber and apple pectin are other forms of fiber: bulking agents for better bowel health. 5) Use betaine HCL (hydrochloric acid) or apple cider vinegar to stimulate better digestion in the stomach, if necessary. 6) Balance your body"s pH or acid and alkaline levels. Check saliva and urine pH levels regularly with pH tape. When balanced, the immune system is at its peak. Other Suggestions: Support adrenal function to enhance your ability to deal with stress. Adrenalin "out of control" drives fears that suppress immune function. Use natural adrenal hormone creams for support. Get hormone assessment through saliva testing. Be active. Exercise. Exercise most days. Some people do well exercising hard, and others may only require a 20-30 minute walk everyday. Don"t forget that exercise helps to increase oxygen levels in our blood, to the tissues and to the brain. Use an oxygen product, such as Super Q10 from Cell Tech or Oxyblast to enhance oxygen delivery to the cells, before and after your activities. Strengthen the lymph system. Being active or exercising is best way to keep the lymph fluid circulating. This nourishes our cells, supplying many nutrients necessary for cellular function. The lymph fluid is also responsible for carrying away toxic waste, which is just a fact of life. All cells give off waste after they"ve carried out their jobs and the lymph fluid is part of the plumbing system, so to speak, removing undesirable matter from the cells to be eliminated from the body. Unlike our circulatory system, which is pumped by the heart, our lymph system has no pump. It relies on our muscles to stretch and move to circulate the lymph fluid. Daily lymph brushing with a dry skin brush is easy and very stimulating. Sleep well, and sleep enough. Catch naps during the day, if your schedule permits. Make a place in your schedule for this. Rest in a quiet space for 15 minutes during the day, if napping is not an option. If you listen to your body, it will probably tell you to slow down and rest. But your mind probably says, "I can"t, I have so much to do". Listen to your body. Also concerning sleep, if your suspect that you are not sleeping soundly or getting enough REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, then check your melatonin and adrenal hormone levels. This is best done through the saliva and can reveal whether you have the proper hormonal output for deep, healing sleep. 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C in each tablet accompanied by mineral ascorbates, bioflavonoids, l-lysine and l-glutathione Advanced Immune Pack: $195+ shipping 6 Products contained within are: Colostrum powder - rich source of natural MSM. Contains human active IgG, IgM, IgA, immune-boosting Compounds effective against allergies, bacterial and viral infection &Oleuropin (olive leaf) - active ingredient in olive leaf; in vitro studies show its effectiveness against Anthrax PhytoImmune - potent multiple herbal complex with anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-fungal properties as well as vitamin A for immune strengthening Acidophilus - beneficial bacteria with antibiotic qualities protects immune and digestive function Carvacrol Oil - oil of oregano - pesticide-free oregano oil extracted without solvents. Contains 50 powerful immune-promoting compounds, defends from infections such as E.coli, hepatitis, viral pneumonia, meningitis, and Lymes disease. For internal and external use. Ultra Potent C - 1000mg Vit. 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