Herbal Remedies For Immune System
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I came across this post out in the old blogosphere and I thought I would share it with you as I believe that it is what this site is all about, and that is natural ways to keep healthy
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The immune system, which is made up of special cells, proteins, tissues, and organs, defends people against germs and microorganisms every day. In most cases, the immune system does a great job of keeping people healthy and preventing infections. But sometimes problems with the immune system can lead to illness and infection.
Immune System Herbal Remedies
ASTRAGALUS - A powerful antioxidant, which protects the liver from toxins, boosts the immune system and generates anticancer cells in the body.
ECHINACEA - Enhances lymphatic function and boosts immune system.
GINKGO BILOBA - A powerful antioxidant, which increases circulation to brain cells.
GOLDENSEAL - An antibacterial which strengthens the immune system and cleanses the blood (Don’t take internally for more than a week at a time or if pregnant).
When dealing with colds and flu, the time to take action is when you first have an inkling that you might be getting sick. At this moment you can actually keep the cold or flu from coming on by taking immediate action. The early warning signs my be a scratchy throat, an achy tired feeling, or that feeling of just not quite being up to par.
Keeping your immune system healthy will also serve to ward off fatigue; if your body is worn down, you will be less successful at fighting infections. Immune system cells can be damaged or destroyed by what is known as ‘free radicals’; namely, unstable oxygen molecules. These free radicals develop due to poor nutrition, alcohol, cigarettes, and other pollutants in the air.
Vitamins from proper nutrition and eating healthy will help to stave off the forming of free radicals. If you find yourself lacking a certain vitamin or two in your diet, try taking a multi-vitamin once per day.
When the level of testosterone increases the body secretes hormone like substances to fight the inflammation caused by it. Immune system health and acne are thus interrelated and a strong immune system can effectively prevent acne. A healthy lifestyle that avoids junk food, regular exercise and herbs for strengthening immune system are natural means of preventing and fighting acne.
Diabetics suffering from Type 2 diabetes will find that they need a longer period for their cuts to heal. This is especially true when it comes to the person’s feet. This is considered to be an indicator because doctors are not quite sure why this is. The immune system is affected by the abnormal glucose level which seems to be the cause for the slower paced healing and infection fighting.
Source: herbal and natural remedy
July 09 2008 06:50 pm | general health
July 10th, 2008 at 8:31 pm
Nice of you to share these tips on maintaining a healthy immune system. The Chinese materia contains many herbs that support the immune system including atractylodes, codonopsis, and eleuthro. It certainly is a easier to stay well, than to try to reverse chronic illnesses after the body has broken down.
July 11th, 2008 at 5:40 am
Exactly, and thats what wellness should be about prevention rather than cure