Five Everyday Habits for Immune Health

It’s that time of year when all the nasty little bugs, coughs and runny noses come out. It’s time to build up our immune system to fight these annoying hooligans!

“The natural force within each of us is the greatest force in getting well!”

- Hippocrates, the ancient Greek physician.

This statement was true thousands of years ago and is still true today! However, today we are exposed to massive, toxic chemicals in the foods we eat, the air we breathe, the water we drink and the environment in which we live. Diets of today consist of sugar laden, processed, fake foods stripped of their vital, life sustaining nutrients. Over processed, chemical laden foods were designed for a longer shelf life, not to necessarily nourish our bodies.

How can we rebuild and support our Immune System so it can fight the intense viral and bacterial infections we are exposed to today and function at optimal strength? After 44+ years of practice, I’ve developed a few suggestions that I have found extremely helpful for my family, patients and friends.

1. Buy whole, fresh, non-GMO, organic foods. Make sure to include a nice variety of fruits, vegetables, and protein. Plus essential fatty acids from fatty fish, olive oil, butter & ghee. If you don’t invest in your health today, you will invest in your sickness tomorrow!
2. Limit or avoid white sugar! Sugar is a proven contributing factor to diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, chronic illness, autoimmune disorders, and more. Instead, use Monk fruit, honey, molasses or maple syrup. Sugar was meant to enhance the food, not be the food!
3. Sleep. Stop! Turn down or turn off all electronics, and reduce the noise! If you’re feeling really froggy, turn off the noise at 6 pm. It’s just like taking time to prepare a good meal; we need to take the time to prepare for a good night’s sleep. You can conquer the world on a good night’s sleep!
4. Hydrate with spring water! Spring water contains minerals that provide the “calming tide” our bodies need. Minerals also help the body stay hydrated. 8-10 cups of water daily is good. Half your body weight in ounces is even better! Your body has many cries for water. Take the time and listen.
5. Exercise. It raises the body temperature, which helps fight infections. It also mobilizes the lymph system, a powerful component of the immune system that flows throughout our entire body. Start moving!! The best exercise for you is the exercise you’ll do!

Try incorporating one or all of these suggestions today. It’s never too late to start.

Good health is not for the asking. Good health is earned!

To be continued........................