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Ten
Top Supplements to Help
Boost Your Immune System
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are made of
various bodily components including organs, bone marrow, cells,
antibodies and chemicals, as well as the nutrients that help nourish and
generate them. I have listed the top ten supplements that help you keep
your immune system strong and you healthy. |
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Vitamin C
Gives all round support to your
immune system and may also have antiviral properties.
When dealing with health problems such as viral infections, colds,
stress, surgery and progressive diseases, the bodies Vitamin C levels
are compromised. |
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| Vitamin E
This essential vitamin is most useful
for its antioxidant effects on oxidized fats and cholesterol, both of
which are suspected causes heart disease. Vitamin E also helps to
protect cell membranes and DNA from free-radical damage. |
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Selenium
Selenium helps in 2 ways:
As part of the body's detoxification system. It is particularly helpful
in getting rid of chemical irritants such as heavy metals.
As an antioxidant it prevents or slows the aging process of tissue. This
may benefit the cardiovascular system and protect against cancer. |
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| Vitamin A
This antioxidant reduces the rate of
infection and supports normal cell reproduction. It helps protect the
body from the irritating effects of smoke and other pollutants. It may
also reduce your chances of getting such health problems as ulcers,
atherosclerosis, stroke and high blood pressure. |
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Beta-carotene
This nutrient converts to Vitamin A
in the body, however it does not have the same antioxidant effect as
Vitamin A.
Beta-carotene has been shown to strengthen the immune response by
stimulating T-helper cell activity.
It also appears to prevent the development of cancer. A number of
studies have shown people with a higher beta-carotene intakes have a
reduced rate of lung and colon cancer. |
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Zinc
Zinc is essential to several
immune-system functions.
It helps with healing and reduces infection.
It supports the parts of the immune system that helps the body fight
infection and produce antibodies.
By helping to regulate the function of white blood cells zinc can
improve antibody response to vaccines and cell-mediated immunity. |
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Echinacea
Angustifolia Echinacea
has been named the "king of blood purifiers". It is used to
purify the blood and lymph system and to treat infections.
Recent studies show that it can increase white blood cell counts and as
a result increase our ability to fight bacteria and viruses. It also
stimulates the lymphatic system to clear wastes. |
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| Acidophilus
This beneficial bacteria inhabits the
human digestive system. It is best known for assuring the return of
normal body functions after a course of antibiotics, by reintroducing
friendly bacteria into the colon. It acts as a mild antibiotic, and
regular use can replace the harmful bacteria in your colon (or vaginal
tract in women, where acidophilus is also used to treat yeast
infections). |
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CoEnzyme-Q10
CoEnzyme-Q10 is made in the body and
works alongside other enzymes to support the body's bioenergetic
functions.
It seems to act as a mild stimulant to the immune-system. It has been
shown to help lower blood pressure and enhance the pumping action and
electrical function of the heart. It may also improve energy production
in heart muscle cells. |
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| Thymus Glandulars
These are derived from
animal glands and are thought to supply basic nutrients such as amino
acids, oils and vitamins. Studies suggests that when eaten, they reach,
and influence, human glands. Thymus Glandulars contain the active
hormone thymosin which is of particular importance to the immunological
function because help to stimulate T-lymphocyte production and activity
in the body. |
