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There are various
nutrients that work great in up- regulating the immune system and can be
taken for a few weeks to increase immunity or in larger amounts at the
first onset of symptoms to nip it in the bud. Some of you are already
familiar with Immunitone Plus, a powerful immune supportive formula which
combines herbs that have antiviral and antibacterial properties as well as
the ability to maintain Natural Killer (NK) cell activity and cytokine
synthesis. This formula is extremely powerful yet safe enough to use in
high doses for acute applications, while also being suitable for long-
term use in chronic conditions. This formula contains green tea
standardized to a very high level of EGCG as well as standardized
Echinacea augustifolia, Andrographis paniculata (wonderful for upper
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Colostrum is another
exceptional nutritional substance, produced by mothers for their newborns,
that supports and nourishes the immune system. It provides a perfect
combination of immune and growth factors including immunoglobulins,
lactoferrin and insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), amino acids and
other important nutrients. For centuries colostrum has been used by most
cultures for healing and wellness. Now with the latest research and
technology, quality colostrum can be produced with precision to ensure a
pure and potent product. My favorite is Tegricel Colostrum, a novel
nutriceutical designed to enhance general immune function and also as a
side benefit can help reduce the annoying and sometimes debilitating
effects of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease
(IBD), including Crohn's, Celiac and Ulcerative Colitis. It has been
suggested to heal and repair damaged tissue from the use of NSAID's such
as advil, IB Profin. What makes this Colostrum different is that all
Tegricel Colostrum comes from cattle raised in the United States and is
produced from happy, healthy, nutritionally-supplemented cows on USDA
certified dairy farms. These cattle are carefully fed a
scientifically-designed diet that contains the proper balance of legumes
and grasses along with trace minerals to ensure consistently high potency
colostrum. I recommend colustrum for anyone with weakened immunity and
especially if you have gastrointestinal complaints because part of our
immune system lies in the gut. It is great to take for 1-2 months to help
rebuild the immune response and then have on hand for
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Vitamin A is another
great nutrient and used in the form of retinyl palmitate is great for
immune support. Furthermore, this type of vitamin A is even more powerful
when taken in mycelized form providing an exceptional delivery system as a
water-soluble supplement. Please note that this form of vitamin A is not
recommended in high amounts in pregnant women. | ||
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Most of us have heard
of healing and protective capabilities of vitamin C, but I wanted to
mention it here again because dosages and forms are very important and
vary in different situations. Vitamin C can come in many forms such as
ascorbic acid, ester etc.. My favorite if Ultra Potent C because this
patented formula is designed to provide high levels of functional vitamin
C in a short period of time. Research suggests that vitamin C in the ultra
potent form may result in improved uptake by white blood cells (our immune
cells) when compared to regular ascorbic acid. Ultra potent C promotes
increased natural killer cell activity and increased white blood cell
movement to the site of action. It also contains bioflavamoids for extra
protection and is buffered to prevent any potential stomach discomfort. I
do not usually recommend that people take vitamin C on a daily basis
without testing, as too much vitamin C can lower copper levels. A hair
test can help determine what amount if any the body needs daily. However
with an onset of a cold or flu, vitamin C can be taken short-term to
support the immune system and fight the infection on site. In those
situations I recommend taking 3000-5000 mgs of ultra potent C per day for
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I also do not want to
leave the subjust of immunity without breifly speaking about flu shots. As
many of my patients know, I am not a huge fan of them. Flu shots contain
various preservatives with mercury being one of them. This is a very toxic
substance and can cause many different effects, especially long-term ones,
when too much mercury accumulates in the body. Furthermore, flu shots are
not an exact science but merely a speculation of a potential strain of the
virus. Many times the actual flu virus is not the same as the strain in
the vaccine and it therefore is no help in flu prevention. Raising your
natural defenses is the best way to stay healthy this winter and if you
happen to catch a bug, make sure you have the above emergency nutrients to
take at the first onset of symtoms to minimize the
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It's such a pleasure to help those closest to us become happier and healthier. Please forward this newsletter to friends, family members or colleagues who might be interested and inspired by it. If you are sick of yo-yo dieting and want to finally take control of your health please contact us!
Warmly,
Inna Topiler - Integrative Nutritionist Complete Nutrition And Wellness phone: 201-238-2720
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