Fwd: Boost your immune system to prevent colds and flu this winter

November 11, 2008

Talk about timing, lol-looks like immune boosters are on everyone's mind lately. :-)Cyndi

DrLipskiTo: cyndikrallSent: 11/11/2008 10:04:31 A.M. Pacific Standard TimeSubj: Boost your immune system to prevent colds and flu this winter

Free Weekly Health Tip prepared for CyndiNovember 11th, 2008

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Your Tip:Boost your immune system to prevent colds and flu this winterWell, it must be flu season. How can I tell? I see signs advertising flu shots at the drug stores, the county health department, and even in front of doctor's offices. Here is what Dr. Sherry Tenpenny lists as current flu shot ingredients:"Each year, a new vaccine is developed that contains three different viruses (one influenza B and two influenza A strains).... During the manufacturing process, antibiotics (neomycin, polymyxin B and gentamicin) are added to eliminate stray bacteria found in the mixture. The final solution can contain the following additives in any combination: Triton X-100 (a detergent); polysorbate 80 (a potential carcinogen); gelatin; formaldehyde; and residual egg proteins. In addition, many of the influenza vaccines still contain Thimerosal as a preservative. Thimerosal (mercury) is being investigated for its link to brain injury and autoimmune disease." For a terrific comedy video about flu shot ingredients go to: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmK3yzhkgN8Flu shots can help save some lives, but so can building our own resistance. Maybe I'm "preaching to the choir" here, or maybe this tip is a reminder of what you already know about how so many of your choices can strengthen your immune system.Here are six ways to help your body and immune system beat the flu:· Vitamin D can protect you against colds and flu this winter. The FDA says that it's safe to take 2000 IU of vitamin D3 daily. You may also want to ask your doctor to check your 25-0HD level. Levels above 45 or 50 are thought to be optimal.· Eat more fruits and vegetables which contain lots of antioxidants. Carrots, winter squash, and pumpkin provide generous amounts of beta-carotene which strengthens the mucous membranes. Especially those mucous membranes in the throat and nose are the first line of defense. If they are strong, they prevent bacteria and viruses from taking hold in the body. Fruits and veggies also alkalinize the body, and allow the immune system to be more effective.· Eat and drink less sugar which significantly suppresses the immune system.· While many supplements are helpful, I come back to Linus Pauling's favorite - vitamin C in generous amounts (1,000 mg three times a day or more) during flu season. I recommend ascorbate vitamin C which is easier on the stomach, plus the minerals alkalinize the body. · There are many herbs which support the immune system. I like Echinacea which can be taken as a capsule or a tincture (alcohol extract) or a alcohol-free liquid. I prefer the tincture and recommend that people take 1-3 dropperfuls. FYI: a dropperful equals how much one good squeeze of the rubber bulb will take up into the dropper. Place the tincture in your mouth, gargle well to coat all those mucous membranes, and swallow. · Finally, I must add four other essential pieces to this "let's prevent flu and colds and sore throats" puzzle. Get ample sleep. That's when the immune system is busy cleaning out all those dead bacteria and viruses. Exercise regularly because it improves circulation all over the body. Drink more water and warm beverages. And humidify your home, or at least your bedroom, because those mucous membranes function much better when they are moist. Sherry Tenpenny, "Should you get a flu shot" http://bodo.gnn.tv/blogs/29757/Flu_Shots_Increase_Chances_of_Alzheimer_s_X10

Tip Provided By:Dr. Liz Lipski has a PhD and is board certified in clinical nutrition. A 30-year practitioner, author, and the Director of Doctoral Studies at Hawthorn University. She is founder of Innovative Healing Inc., author of Digestive Wellness, Digestive Wellness for Children, and many other publications.

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