NATURAL SUPPLIMENTS THAT BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

 

 

Glutathione- “The Master Antioxidant”

WHAT IT DOES:

Impedes production of free radicals

Reduces cell damage from drinking

Fights autoimmune disease

Reduces inflammation associated with respiratory symptoms

FOUND IN:

Eggs, raw meat, nuts, flaxseed, milk thistle, spinach, broccoli, cabbage- highest amounts found in asparagus and avocados.

 

Vitamin A

WHAT IT DOES:

Reduces symptoms of viral and bacterial infections.

Provides immune support (recommended taking it for 20 days upon onset of sickness).

FOUND IN:

Highest amounts found in broccoli and spinach.  Note- cook veggies as little as possible as that enhances potency.

 

Vitamin C

WHAT IT DOES:

Increases white blood cells which fight infection

Protects from free radicals

FOUND IN: grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes, spinach, broccoli- highest amounts in red peppers.

 

 PQQ- found naturally in the soil of foods like kiwi and in breast milk.  It is easiest to find in proper doses in a supplement form.

WHAT IT DOES:

Antioxidant qualities

Boosts memory, brain activity, sleep and energy.

FOUND IN:

Parsley, papaya, green peppers, eggs

 Zinc

WHAT IT DOES:

Boosts immune system health

Reduces duration of colds

FOUND IN:

Dark chocolate, chickpeas, lentils, flax seed, pumpkin seed, shellfish, cashews, potatoes- highest amounts in meat, eggs and cheese.

 

Vitamin D- the human body produces vitamin D as a response to sun exposure.

WHAT IT DOES:

Promotes healthy bones and teeth by helping the body absorb calcium

Supports the immune, brain and nervous systems

Supports cardiovascular health

Boosts our natural defenses against disease

FOUND IN:

Salmon, tuna, sardines, shrimp, mushrooms, eggs, orange juice, milk and plant -based milk alternates, tofu, and yogurt.

 

Oil of Oregano- also called Gaia)

WHAT IT DOES:

Antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal properties.

Potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory

FOUND IN:

Supplement form

 

Probiotics- they are living microorganisms in your microbiome that have immense health benefits when consumed.

A word about the Microbiome- these are all the microbes, bacteria, fungi, viruses, etc. that live inside your body.  Keeping a balanced microbiome is one of the most important things you can do for your health.

WHAT PROBIOTICS DO:

Balance the microbiome

Improve body and brain efficiency

Improve digestive system

Reduce depression

 

FOUND IN:

Anything that is naturally fermented like Kefir, sauerkraut, kombucha, yogurt, tempeh, kimchi. Miso, pickles, buttermilk, gouda, mozzarella, cheddar.

 

Propolis- Bee Resin.  This is the substance bee’s make when creating hives and protective areas.

WHAT IS DOES:

Major immune system benefits

Reduces inflammation

FOUND IN:

Supplement form