Building the immune system

The immune system involves so many components of the body systems.
Therefore nourishing the body builds the immune system.

Many of us have heard that vitamin C is great for the immune system and that is true. But there are so many additional options out there to support this powerful system.

TEA = antioxidants and polyphenols
Echinacea, green tea, kombucha tea, ginger tea and the list goes on and on of the teas that help to de-stress the body and build the immune system.

TUMERIC
A bright colored herb (rhizome) that is an ingredient in curry is a strong immune booster. It is full of magnesium and iron, but also antioxidants.

ELDERBERRIES
This is one of the many berries that contain anthocyananins and flavanoids that boost the immune system. It is said to have a dynamic impact on recovering the body from colds and flu and is a great prevention tool.

The immune system is involved in protecting us from illnesses like viruses and cancers but it needs our help to do it's job.

IMMUNE SYSTEM ENHANCERS

Antioxidants including A,C&E

Bioflavonoids

Vegetable broths

Dark greens and bright colored veggies

Glutathione

Tumeric

Echinacea

Enzymes

B Vitamins

Zinc

Golden seal

Laughter

Breathing/Meditation

Positive attitude

IMMUNE SYSTEM SABATOGES

High-fat diet

Alcohol

Stress

Depression

Over eating

Smoking

Toxins

Lack of sleep

High sugar diet

Parasites

High coffee consumption

Deficiencies in A,C&E