Friday, September 21, 2012

To Live a Long Life Requires a Healthy Immune System!

The Immune System is our foundation of health.  We can only live as long as our immune system will let us.   Our entire healing process is directed by our immune system.  It is the front line defense system against viruses, fungi, bacteria and is the key to fighting everything from a tiny cut to a deadly virus.
Poor diet, daily stress, and exposure to toxins in our food, water and environment are all contributing factors to a weakening immune system.  It doesn't matter what the person's genetic makeup is, if the body’s toxic load is kept under control and the immune system is strong, disease is unlikely to develop.  Our immune system is the body’s most powerful defense against cancer.  Treatments should focus on enhancing or making our immune systems stronger so that it can destroy cancerous cells, keeping DHEA at adequate levels and regulating cortisol.  

The immune system even extends influence over how people age.  Aging may have more to do with the functioning of the immune system than it does to the passage of time.  It is so important in understanding how our immune system works and that it is functioning at maximum efficiency and that it is a top priority for your health.
A weakened immune system results in an increased susceptibility to every type of illness.  Some common signs of a weakened immune system are: fatigue, repeated colds and infections, inflammation, allergic reactions, slow wound healing and chronic diarrhea.  It is also possible to become ill as a result of an immune response that is too strong or that is directed at the wrong target.  These are known as “autoimmune, or self attacking” disorders. 

Proper Care of the Immune System:
Our immune system can only protect us if we nourish it properly.  The chemicals in household cleaners, overuse of antibiotics and other drugs; antibiotics, pesticides and several additives in our foods and exposure to environmental pollutants all place a strain on the immune system.  Stress also plays a huge role in the weakening of the immune system.  Stress suppresses the normal activity of white blood cells and places demands on the endocrine system, as well as depletes the body of needed nutrients.

Immune Boosting foods:
All fresh fruits and berries are good choices, apricots, kiwis, avocados, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries.  Best vegetables are: broccoli, Brussels sprouts, spinach, kale, watercress, turnip greens, collards, carrots, squash, sweet potatoes, red and orange sweet peppers and onions and garlic.  Barley, a grain is also good.  If possible, try to eat at least half of your fruits and green leafy vegetables raw. 

Also keeping friendly bacteria in the intestinal tract is important.  A good way to restore this is to eat Sunrider’s vitadophilus or to eat plain yogurt (preferably non dairy such as soymilk yogurt) labeled “live culture”.
Avoid: overconsuming animal products, processed foods, sugar and soft drinks.  Avoid overeating in general.

Be sure to get enough sleep.  Most of the regeneration and healing of the body happens during sleep.  Get regular moderate exercise.  Exercises reduces stress, elevates mood, promotes blood circulation and ensures a good supply of oxygen to every part of the body.
Do not smoke or consume beverages containing alcohol or caffeine and do not take any drugs except those that are prescribed by your physician.
Note: An under active thyroid usually results in immune deficiency as well.  Just something to be aware of.

Sunrider Products for Immune Health

Alpha 20C® is designed to address the body's defense system with “wood element” herbs that contain naturally occurring antioxidants and fortifying properties.* Sunrider’s proprietary formula is based on 3,000 years of herbal study and cutting-edge technology. Recent studies show that many of the herbal and botanical ingredients we use may contain beneficial bioactive components. Alpha 20C® is available in both capsules and powder form.

Citric C Tab
The primary ingredient in Citric C Tab is Vitamin C, a water-soluble vitamin that is necessary for normal growth and development.* Unlike other Vitamin C, chewable Citric C Tab is formulated with owner expertise and contains herbal concentrates in a proprietary blend. The natural orange flavour makes these tabs taste delicious.

Vitamin C is a known antioxidant, which has been shown to inactivate damaging free radicals and play an essential role in collagen formation, necessary for strengthening bones and blood vessels.* Vitamin C promotes healthy teeth and gums and helps in the absorption of iron.* It aids in the maintenance of normal connective tissue and helps the body's immune system.*

The natural ingredients in the proprietary blend of Citric C Tab are known for their antioxidant properties. For example, our Citric C Tab is a dusty orange color, because it contains concentrated rose hips, a natural source of Vitamin C. Other brands may contain minute quantities of rose hips, if any. Each Citric C Tab contains 125 mg of Vitamin C, 200% of the recommended daily values.
Natural Product Number (NPN): 02243757

 
 
VitaDophilus® (build good bowel bacteria)VitaDophilus® supplies a minimum of 20 million live culture bacteria to the body. These beneficial bacteria imbed themselves in the walls of the intestines.* Delicious apples form the base of our VitaDophilus® powder.

Naturally occurring lactobacillus acidophilus in the digestive tract helps break down food, so the body can efficiently absorb the nutrients.* The presence of this beneficial bacteria in the digestive system can help displace or decrease non-beneficial micro-organisms, some of which can lead to fermentation, thereby causing bloating and gas, or rob the body of necessary nutrients.* VitaDophilus® helps the body maintain proper digestion.*

Calli®

Calli® Regular, Mint & Cinnamon (help rid the body of toxins)
Recently, many other beverage manufacturers have "discovered" the various health advantages of drinking green tea. Sunrider has used it in Calli® for 20 years. However, Calli® is much more than just green tea. It's an exclusive formula created using owner expertise with proven effectiveness.

Catechins are naturally occurring polyphenol chemicals found in Camellia sinensis, the primary ingredient in Calli® (and Fortune Delight®). These antioxidants have been shown to be effective in absorbing damaging free radicals.

While many of the undesirable elements we take into our body are quickly eliminated, others are not. Combined with a healthy meal and exercise program, the unique herbal extracts in Calli® assist in the body's natural cleansing processes.

Calli® Night
This special herbal formula in a tea bag contains an exclusive combination of herbs. It is designed for people who enjoy a cup of herbal beverage at night to help get a good night's sleep. You can drink it during the day to help you relax when under stress. There are no chemicals or caffeine added to this all-natural formula.


These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Ask me how you can start using Sunrider products today!

Yours in health,

Kristy Kurtz
Certified Holistic Nutritionist
(306) 924-5242

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