Naturally Supporting & Stregnthening the Immune System

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The immune system protects the body against infection and against the development of cancer. Those who get colds and infections often are signs of a weakened immune system. There are ways to support the immune system naturally.

A person's emotional state has a huge impact on the immune system. Reducing stress and developing a positive mental attitude can greatly improve one's immune system. Other factors that can negatively impact the immune system are the abuse of drugs and alcohol, cigarette smoking, unhealthy diets and obesity. However, nutrient deficiency is the most common cause of a suppressed immune system. Our bodies require a certain amount of vitamins and minerals to function properly. If the immune system is not working well, this will cause a great deal of other unhealthy problems.

A naturally enhanced diet supports and stregnthens the immune system and keeps us from being obese. Those who are obese suffer from more infections than those of normal weight. The white blood cells in overweight people were less able to destroy bacteria. This increases the levels of cholesterol and other fatty substances.

The best way to support the immune system and to stregnthen it is by eating a well balanced diet wich in vitamins and minerals. Some of the best vitamins for the immune system are shown below.

The Antibiotic Alternative: The Natural Guide to Fighting Infection and Maintaining a Healthy Immune System

Complete Book of Juicing: Your Delicious Guide to Youthful Vitality

The Juicing Book: A Complete Guide to the Juicing of Fruits and Vegetables for Maximum Health (Avery Health Guides)

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Vitamin A - Vitamin A plays a vital role in supporting the immune system. It maintains the surface of the skin, the respiratory tract, the gastrointestinal tract and other tissues. These are surface systems that act as a barrier to microorganisms. Some of the best Vitamin A rich foods are naturally specific vegetables and fruits:

Carrots
Kale
Sweet Potatoes
Spinach
Watercress
Mangoes
Apricots

However, the herb rich in Vitamin A might come as a shock:

Paprika

Other Vitamin A rich foods include:

Liver
Eggs
Hard Cheese
Cod Liver Oil

Vitamins and Minerals Handbook (Natural Care Handbook)

Natural Prescriptions, Natural Treatments and Vitamin Therapies for more than 100 common ailments


Vitamin C is probably the most well known when it comes to stregnthening the immune system. Many people go overboard on the Vitamin C when they catch a cold or infection. However, getting your proper daily dose of vitamin C will keep the immune system strong and healthy. Vitamin C can enhance the white blood cell response and function. Vitamin C can help fight viral infections and cancer.

Here are some Vitamin C rich foods:

Oranges
Lemon
Rosehip Extract
Guava
Strawberry
Kiwi
Clementine
Grapefruit
Raspberry
Nectarines
Mangoes
Peppers
Broccoli
Peas
Kale
Cauliflower
Tomatoes
Cabbage

Vitamin E is a great immune system enhancing vitamin. Vitamin E has shown tremendous immune system enhancement in the elderly. Vitamin E enhances the cells and the antibodies. In addition, the skin benefits from Vitamin E in a major way. One of the best tips ever given to me was from an old woman who told me to use pure Vitamin E oil on my skin. Many people use all sorts of skin care products and various manufactured products to help fight aging, reduce acne and fight other skin problems. However, pure Vitamin E oil applied directly to your skin works better than anything on the market. Its natural and healthy. Using Vitamin E oil on the skin and ingesting it by eating foods rich in Vitamin E gives you that extra added benefit.

Foods Rich in Vitamin E (suprisingly, they are mostly nuts):

Pine Nuts
Brazil Nuts
Walnuts
Avocado
Sweet Potatoes
Almonds
Squash
Turnip Greens
Tomatoes
Wheat Germ

Well, this concludes the first part of Naturally Supporting & Stregnthening the Immune System. We will return tomorrow with the other vitamins that work well with the immune system. Be sure to leave comments or ask your questions below. We will gladly reply. Please be sure to review our other blogs as they contain great information related to the immune system and natural, healthy nutrition.

As always, we try to leave you with plenty of resources to get you on your way to complete physical, mental & social wellness. Be sure to check out some of the book resources we have provided for you. And, we are happy to announce that we have added extra resources specifically related to women's health and natural nutritional healing. Don't forget to watch our videos at the bottom of this blog, which contains lots of natural nutritious tips and instructions. Make a resolution for the new year to get control of your life and your health.


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Heal Thyself: For Health and Longevity

The City of Wellness: Restoring Your Health Through the Seven Kitchens of Consciousness

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