How To Boost Your Immunity

 Improvement and maintenance of immunity these days is a major topic of discussion among many world medical staff responsible for that work. Nutritionists however, suggest that poor nutrition is the main cause for which we become susceptible to seasonal colds.

  There is no way to be fully protected against seasonal cold or flu, but good nutrition can help you to avoid these unpleasant situations. Here are some tips for your nutrition to stay healthy and have good immunity.

Vitamin C

  Vitamin C is in the first place. It can be found in many fruits and vegetables. Unlike animals who are able to produce this vitamin in their body, the human body cannot synthesize vitamin C, so it must be inserted with the food or by supplements. It has specific antiviral and antibacterial benefits that protect against diseases.Fruits richest in this vitamin are guava, papaya, strawberries, kiwi, orange and grapefruit.

Probiotics

  Living substances present in yogurt, especially lactobacillus and bifidobacteria can be helpful for immunity. These two ingredients can help in the reproduction of white blood cells and their activity and improve immunity when he is under treatment with antibiotics.

  As is evident from a recent Swedish study, people who at least once a day takes latobacillus reuteri (specific probiotic that stimulates white blood cells), took 33 % fewer sick days from work, unlike the people who did not take this probiotic. Foods rich in probiotics is yogurt, kefir, and selected cheeses and milk.

Mushrooms

  Mushrooms are rich in antioxidants and selenium. It has been proven that selenium reduces the risk of developing severe influenza, while mushrooms are known for their antiviral, antibacterial and anti - tumor effects. White mushrooms in particular have a larger effect on the immune system from other fungi, such as for example the type shiitake.

Micro fiber

  Legumes and cereals contain beta gluten, kind of fibrous strand with antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. These fibers increase the immunity of various fungal, bacterial and viral diseases. Beta gluten is also present in shiitake and maitake mushrooms. It improves immunity, similar to Echinacea and Astragalus root. 

 

Vitamin E

  Vitamin E is known for his ability as a natural killer along with B cells, cells that produce antibodies that destroy bacteria. This vitamin can be found in green leafy vegetables, sunflower seeds, various seeds, almonds and blueberries.

Carrots and sweet potatoes

  Antioxidant beta carotene increases the number of T cells in our immune system. It is a powerful antioxidant that literally erases radicals that speed up the effects of the disease.

Zinc

  Zinc is a mineral that increases the number of white blood cells. Keep in mind that you should always look to enter more foods richer in zinc, than to enter zinc supplements. Suffice would be 15 to 25 milligrams of zinc per day to support your immune system to fight disease. Beans, beef, shellfish and crustacean are rich in zinc.

Garlic

 
  Garlic has antibacterial, anti fugal and antiviral activity and protective effect on the immune system. Increases the reproduction of white blood cells and increases protection against pests that try to compromise the immune system. Garlic is rich in these compounds likely due to the presence of particles with sulfur in it. Garlic is also an antioxidant that reduces building of radicals in the bloodstream.

Omega 3 fatty acids

  These acids reduce the possibility of various inflammations, increase oxygen flow in the body and protect the lungs from colds and respiratory infections. Omega 3 fatty acids are found in tuna, salmon, sardines and herring. Act as enhancers of the immune system, thereby increasing the activity of phagocytes - white blood cells that destroy bacteria. With these acids are also rich hazelnuts and tofu.

Tea

 The amino acid responsible for increasing immunity located in the tea is L- theanine. It is located in the green and black tea. Many already know that drinking green tea is helpful in fighting disease, but recent studies say that white tea helps because of its high ability to destroy organisms that can cause disease.

  Not only do you need to increase your intake of certain ingredients as above to stay healthy throughout the period of illness and colds, but there are certain things that you should avoid as much as possible.

Sugar

  Drinking or eating large amounts of processed sugar can reduce the activity of white blood cells. The effect of sugar starts immediately after its processing in the body and can be stepped up during the day. Excessive sugar intake can reduce the response of your immune system and reduce protection.

Alcohol

  Excessive intake of alcohol harms the body 's immune system. The processing of alcohol in the body leads to a decrease in protective nutrients and leaves the body vulnerable to pests. Large doses of alcohol prevent white blood cells to multiply and reduce their activity as natural pest killers. The damage done to the immune system is proportional to the dose of alcohol ingested.

Processed food

 
  Foods that contain synthetic colors, artificial sweeteners and other harmful ingredients weakens your immune system and can be a major factor in increasing the response of your body to colds and various viruses. To keep your immunity in the best condition, it is important to avoid fatty foods prepared in oil at high temperatures.

Weight gain

  Excessive body weight for only 5 kilograms or more, can reduce immunity. It reduces the action of white blood cells, and reduces the speed of propagation of the same. As with the increase of the intake of fat and calories you weakens your immunity, it is best to adjust the diet of smaller doses throughout the day without having to overeat .

Graviola - Amazing Plant That Has Declared War On Cancer

  In recent months, the media have been awash with news of a powerful anti-carcinogenic effect of herb Graviola (Annona muricata). Graviola represents new hope for cancer patients, is stronger than chemotherapy and spares healthy cells – as experts say. 

  Growing in North and South America, this herb is evergreen and has excellent taste. Its flavor is similar to a fruit yogurt - say people who have tried the taste of graviola. The whole herb has healing potential from the root until the fruit. From its leaves people long ago have made ​​tea, which they used to treat liver problems and diabetes. In Africa, this herb is used today as analgesics and as an effective cure for pediatric fever.

  This healing herbhas been neglected until recent research revealing that Graviola (Annona muricata) is an excellent anticancer drug. Scientists believe that it is almost 10 000 times stronger than classic chemotherapy, destroys cancer cells and spares healthy ones, and establishes the normal function of the body. Graviola is an herb which has not any harmful effects on the body if is used normally. It is rich in vitamins and minerals and many other items that are of great benefit to your health.

  Graviola can be bought as a supplement, and for the dosage is recommended that you consult with your pharmacist. It is important to emphasize that graviola is a plant that still needs various tests and examinations from the experts. Let's hope that future studies will confirm the anticancer effect of this herb, and will bring new hope to those suffering from the plague of the 21st century.

   Anticancerfood

  A certain foodinthe Western worldis consideredas a carcinogen. Asa result of that, itis recommendedfor people to apply the“anticancer diet”.
  Thisdietconsistsprimarilyofvegetables(vegetables andgrains) accompanied byolive(canola or flax-seed) oil, organicbutter, herbsandspices. Alsocome in considerationmeatandeggs,andthere is also alistoffoods thatcanhelp fightcancer:

GreenTea

 

 Reducesthe growthofnewbloodvesselsneededfortumor growthandmetastasis. Japanesegreentea(Sencha, Gyokuro, Matcha, etc.) ismore efficient thanChinesegreentea.

KurkumandCurry     

     
              
  Itis the strongestnaturalanti-inflammatorytoday. It also helpsin the developmentofapoptosisincancer cellsandinhibitangiogenesis. It is determinedthatimproves the efficiencyof chemotherapyand reducestumor growth. It is importanttoknowthat tobeabsorbedby the bodykurkummustbe mixedwithblackpepper. The idealis tohavesolutionsinoil (Malinois oil, flax-seedorcanola).

Ginger                
              
  Itacts asa powerfulanti-inflammatoryandantioxidant. It also helpsinthe reductionofthe creationofnew bloodvessels. Infusionofgingeralsohelps reducenauseaanddifficultiesthat occurafterchemotherapyorradiotherapy.

Garlic, onions, leeks

 
    

             

 Sulfuriccomponent thathasthisfamily ofvegetablesreducesthecarcinogeniceffectofnitrosaminesand N-Nitro componentsthatare createdinroastmeatorin the process of tobacco burning.Encourage thedeathofcancercellsin theintestine, breast, lungandprostate, as well as in leukemia.

Vegetablesandfruitsrich incarotenoids
                  
 Carrots, potatoes, sweetpotatoes, pumpkin, tomatoes, peaches, beets, andotherfruitsandvegetableswithbrightcolors(orange, red, yellow, green) contain vitaminA andlycopene, whichhaveproven abilitytoinhibitthecell growthof certain typesofcancer, some of whichare quiteaggressive.

Tomatoes   

               
              
  It has been proventhatlycopenewhichis found intomatoescontributes tosurvivalinpatientswithprostate cancerwhoconsumedtomato sauceat leasttwicea week. It is importanttorememberthat toreleaselycopenefromtomatoestheyfirst needtobe cooked. Theirabsorptionin the humanbodyboosts by oliveoil.

Mushroom                  
              
  Shiitake, Maitake, ENOC… -they all containpolysaccharidesandlentinianthatstimulate thereproductionand activityof immunecells.Thesemushroomsare commonlyusedin Japanas an adjunct tochemotherapytoimprovethe immunesystem.

Herbs and spices                  
              
 Herbs such as rosemary, thyme, oregano, basil and mint induce apoptosis in cancer cells and reduce their speed of propagation by blocking enzymes that are needed to penetrate neighboring tissues . Carnosol founded in rosemary is also a powerful antioxidant and antiinflamator . It has proven its ability to increase the effectiveness of certain chemotherapeutic agents. Parsley and celery contain apigenin , anti-inflammatory that promotes apoptosis and blocks angiogenesis.

Omega-3
                  
  Omega 3amino acids that are found infishreduceinflammation. Incellcultures,theyreducecell growthin a number oftumors(lung, breast, colon, prostate, liver, etc.). Theyalsoaffecttheprevention oftheoccurrenceofmetastases.

Foods richin selenium               
              
 Seleniumis atrace elementfound insoil. Vegetables andgrainsgrownon organicwayalsocontain largequantitiesofselenium. Seleniumstimulatescellsof the immunesystem, especiallyNKcells.

VitaminD      

            
              
  Recentlyhas been demonstratedthata certain amountofvitaminDsignificantlyreduces the riskof developing certaintypesofcancer. SkincellsproducevitaminDwhen exposedto sunlight, butin the bodycanbealso input viatablets.

Berries
                    - Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries-

Containellagicacidanda numberof poly-phenols. Theystimulatethe processof eliminationofcarcinogenicsubstancesandinhibitangiogenesis. 

 

Darkchocolate
     

             
  Darkchocolate(chocolate that containsmorethan 70% cocoa) contains a numberofantioxidants, poly-phenolsandproanthocyanidins. Thesemoleculesslow downthe growthof cancer cellsandlimitangiogenesis. It is importantto know thatmixingchocolatewithmilkproducts, annul the effect thatthe moleculesofcocoahave indarkchocolate. Thereforeyou shouldavoidconsumptionofchocolatemilk.