Immune System Support
 The
human immune system is a truly amazing constellation
of responses to attacks from outside the body. It has
many facets, a number of which can change to optimize
the response to these unwanted intruders. The immune
system is remarkably effective the majority of the time.
There are two main fluid systems in the body: blood
and lymph. The blood and lymph systems are intertwined
throughout the body, and they are responsible for transporting
various agents to the immune system.
The lymph is an alkaline pH greater than 7.0 fluid that
is usually clear, transparent and colorless. It flows
in the lymphatic vessels and bathes tissue and organs
in its protective covering. There are no red blood cells
in the lymph and it has a lower protein content than
the blood.
The blood system constitutes about 7% of the body’s
total weight. The blood flows from the heart into the
arteries, then to the capillaries, and returns to the
heart through the veins.
The combination of this complex system is the basis
for our innate immune system, which we are born with.
It is a non-specific system where all antigens are attacked
pretty much equally. Imagine your automobile and how
long it would run if you never added fluids, mechanical
service, or gasoline. Then imagine our bodies coping
with today’s environment, toxins, stresses and industrialization
With today’s alternative medicine, there are a multitude
of choices to assist us with our immune system and our
daily living. Adaptogens are a breakthrough health discovery
which can help you maintain optimal health by combating
stress at the cellular level. There are twelve known
adaptogens in the world today that have been researched
and studied over the last fifty years. Numerous health
and vitamin companies are creating improved formulations
to make these products bio-available.
Positive health habits also have a profound effect on
our immune system, and scientists are studying the On
and Off Button for why some people get sick and others
don’t.
Diet, stress remediation, exercise, nutraceuticals,
acupuncture, massage and leisure hobbies, are some ways
to reduce stress and improve our immune systems.
Acupuncture strengthens and supports the body to prevent
future illness and disease; a safe, natural, drug free
and effective way to balance your body. Harmony and
balance, homeostasis, is the key to maintaining a healthy
immune system. An acupuncturist views each individual
as a dynamic, integrated whole, and is a partner in
the healing and wellness of the patient.
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