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The innate immune system of mammals and insects
2008-06-08 00:00:00 Contrib Microbiol. 2008;15:21-44 Authors: Müller U, Vogel P, Alber G, Schaub GA...
Symptoms of weak immune system
2008-05-22 16:42:00 Our immune system is a network of organs and cells working together to defend us against disease. This system blocks ?foreign? proteins, substances not meant to be in our bodies, from entering our body. When harmful proteins are detected, the immune system sends out soldiers or ?antibodies? on ?search and destroy? missions. These antibodies can ...
My Immune System is Wicked Awesome
2008-05-13 17:48:00 Whenever I am sick, I decide to stop being sick and be awesome instead. True story.
Can Immune System Have an Impact on Asthma and Allergies?
2008-04-20 19:29:00 Every human being has a natural immune system. It is comprised of, among others, tears, skin, mucus, cough, stomach acid,white blood cells. These ingredients are continuously at work, to thwart harmful substances like antigens - harmful chemicals,bacteria, viruses - from creating diseases and conditions.Medical fraternity concedes that many diseases like psoriasis,asthma,allergies,arth-ritis have their root cause in an impaired or low immune system.Immune system can be improved through as series of measures like regular dose of mineral supplements, multi-vitamins, vitamin C in proper quantity and a diet plan which is heavy on vegetables and fruits and other protein rich food. A regular intake of omega-3 fatty acid rich foods and legumes and a strict no-no to alcohol, saturated fats will help a lot. It should be supported by:* Exercise* relaxation* rest* Positive frame of mindDo you suffer from a low immune system? Then you must protect yourself from radiation and too much of sun ligh...
By: Health America
Vitamins And Minerals Enhance The Function Of The Immune System Posted By :
2008-04-16 05:04:00 Vitamins and minerals are definitely among the substances that control the proper functioning of the body; although they are mainly taken from daily meals, there are certain foods that are richer in vitamins and minerals than others. More: continued here Powered by ArticlesXPress
Inflammation = Aging
2008-04-07 20:44:00 Mark Liponis, M.D. has been a practicing clinician in internal medicine for twenty years. He has continued to expand his understanding and expertise in integrative medicine through his work at Canyon Ranch Health Resorts where he became Corporate Medical Director in 2003.Dr. Liponis is the author of two books, Ultraprevention, a New York Times Bestseller, and recently UltraLongevity. Dr. Liponis is a national speaker, and has also appeared on TV segments on health and wellness including CNN, NBC's Today Show, The Jane Pauley Show, and The View.Guest Blogger Mark Liponis--A lot has been written about inflammation and its relationship to diseases like heart disease and diabetes, but what about the aging process? Does inflammation affect human lifespan?One of the best ways to answer this question is to study sensitive markers of inflammation like CRP – or C-reactive protein. CRP is a blood protein that reflects the degree of inflammation in our system. It goes up ...
By: BasilandSpice
Immune system
2008-04-05 15:43:00 The body protects itself from infectious organisms through the host defense system. Three lines of defense include:• physical and chemical barriers to infection• the inflammatory response• the immune response.Immune system structures• Composed of lymph nodes, thymus, spleen, and tonsils.Types of immunity• Cell-mediated immunity — T cells respond to antigen.• Humoral immunity — B cells respond to antigen.Types of immune disorders• Immunodeficiency disorders• Hypersensitivity disorders• Autoimmune disordersHow immune disorders develop• Allergic rhinitis — type I, IgE-mediated response to allergen.• Anaphylaxis — type I allergic reaction from systemic exposure to antigen.• Human immunodeficiency virus disease — ribonucleic acid retrovirus replicates within the CD4+ cell, resulting in cell death.• Lupus erythematosus — antibodies are produced against body’s own cells; normal immunity suppressed by formed antigen-antibody complex that results in ti...
By: Philippine Nurse
Immune System
2008-04-01 18:38:00 Our body?s resistance to a particular foreign particle is known as the immunity of our body against that infection. Immunity is nothing but the defense against diseases as well as infections. This process of defending our body against infectious agents is known as immunization. When an infectious particle enters our body our body fights against it ...
By: Teen Magazine
Immune System
2008-04-01 18:38:00 Our body?s resistance to a particular foreign particle is known as the immunity of our body against that infection. Immunity is nothing but the defense against diseases as well as infections. This process of defending our body against infectious agents is known as immunization. When an infectious particle enters our body our body fights against it ...
By: Teen Magazine
Can A Cartoon Save Your Life Or Boost Your Immune System?
2008-03-20 09:39:00 Newspaper or Internet cartoons might save your life or build your immune system at least, that is the thinking of many progressive doctors and psychologists.
By: ArticleRow.com
Immune system, where art thou?
2008-03-15 23:40:00 Maybe I should take up Prat's advice... need to rest. But, as lazy as I may be, sitting in one place and not doing anything is horrible thing to experience, like when a fat person sees nothing but salads around him. Scary thought.But right now, seriously could use the rest...what am I doing instead? Funny.... I am typing out my thoughts of relaxing a couple of days, and indirectly negating my own thought by sitting up straight and running my fingers over this keyboard(am guessing at this point some girl would have preferred I run those fingers elsewhere *wink*)Hey, just because I am tired doesn't mean I can't make silly jokes.Coming back to the problem, brace yourself, for I am about to whine.First, the damn toaster burned my bread(see post below this for more info). Then I guess yesterday's activities left me a little tired. I am not giving any details about what they were. But today morning..or well, saturday morning, hate it when I post after midnight. I was quite sore from t...
By: Cave of wonders
How Herbs for the Immune System Improve Your Health
2008-03-14 19:53:00 Description: The human body is a complex system of actions and reactions where each organ, gland and body system has a dedicated role. The immune system acts as a sort of a watch dog and comes into action the moment there is something wrong with the body, a bacterial invasion, for example. Article ...
Importance of Herbal Supplements that Boost the Immune System
2008-03-10 13:42:00 Your body?s immune system, which includes the thymus, bone marrow and lymphoid tissues, produces immune responses to protect the body from foreign substances and pathogenic organisms. It is imperative that the immune system be strong enough to perform the function of the body?s own natural physician. A weak immune system does not work to its optimum capability - it ...
UCLA study finds that broccoli may help boost the aging immune system
2008-03-10 03:04:00 Eat your broccoli! That's the advice from UCLA researchers who have found that a chemical in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables may hold a key to restoring the body's immunity, which declines as we age.Published in this week's online edition of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the study findings show that sulforaphane, a chemical in broccoli, switches on a set of antioxidant genes and enzymes in specific immune cells, which then combat the injurious effects of molecules known as free radicals that can damage cells and lead to disease.Free radicals are byproducts of normal body processes, such as the metabolic conversion of food into energy, and can also enter the body through small particles present in polluted air. A supercharged form of oxygen, these molecules can cause oxidative tissue damage, leading to disease ? for example, triggering the inflammation process that causes clogged arteries. Oxidative damage to body tissues and organs is thought to be one...
Nutrients that Support the Immune System
2008-02-29 12:17:00 In addition to glutamine, there has been interest in determining the role that other nutrients may have on immune function. From these studies, there appear to be several nutrients and or herbs that may help athletes maintain a healthier immune system during training. The first nutrient reported to enhance immune function is protein Studies indicate that immunosuppressed patients are often protein malnourished. Additionally, athletes who maintain a negative energy balance during training may also be susceptible to become protein malnourished. Protein supplementation in protein-malnourished patients has been shown to improve immune status Consequently, it is important that athletes eat enough quality protein in their diet to maintain a healthy immune system. The second nutrient that may affect immune responses during training is vitamin C. Vitamin C is involved in the synthesis of epinephrine, iron absorption, and is an antioxidant. There is also evidence that vitamin C may enhance i...
NASA: Can Our Immune System Handle Micro Gravity?
2008-02-27 21:03:00 Even though humans have spent at least a half century orbiting the heavens above, our species still has yet to find a way to adequately survive living "without gravity."Unfortunately for us, micro gravity is not only unfriendly towards our bones, muscles and heart, but can wreck havoc on our immune system.In an attempt to address this issue, NASA is conducting a study in order to help find a way to thwart this semi-major problem.(Space Daily) International Space Station crew members are collecting blood, saliva and urine samples to study their immune function in microgravity.The National Aeronautics and Space Administration said while previous research conducted after landing showed dramatic changes in crew members' immune systems, the on-going first-of-its-kind study is the only one to comprehensively monitor the human immune system before, during and after spaceflight.This study is critical if humanity is ever going to live off world, especially since micro gravity gives harmful ...
By: Colony Worlds
Strengthen Immune System
2008-02-27 13:25:00 Strengthen Immune System gathers information on natural, healthy, proven ways to boost immune systems. Whether you have a weakened immune system or healthy 40 years or older, everyone can benefit from a stronger immune system. Good food, good rest, laughter, and lowering stress go a lot farther than any supplements, however effective they claim to be, in boosting your immune system.http://strengthen-immune--system.info/
Extra zinc for elderly leads to less infections
2008-02-18 11:37:00 55 Healthy seniors received a supplement of 45mg zinc (gluconate) daily or a placebo. In this study that lasted a year the susceptibility to infections, zinc levels, oxidative stress and factors that leads to infections were monitored. At the start of the study the subjects had low zinc levels and a negative oxidative stress and ...
Boost Your Immune System With Fruits and Vegetables
2008-02-17 10:25:00 Having a heatlhy and nutritious diet is the most important thing we can do to prevent disease. A healthy and nutritious diet should include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts and whole grains. These foods are great sources of antioxidants, which benefit our health by neutralizing harmful molecules known as free radicals. Heart disease, cancer, stroke and other diseases that are common with aging result from damage to cells from these free radicals.In small amounts, free radicals help fight infection, but in large amounts, they may cause damage to tissue and DNA, a process known as oxidative stress. A way to prevent or minimize the oxidative stress in your body is by increasing the amount of fruits and vegetables. Our immune system needs to be well nourished to accomplish its mission: Defend our body against infection and other diseases.BroccoliBroccoli is considered as the number one anti-cancer food by the National Cancer Institute. It contains sulforaphane whi...
Parsley Water Builds Your Dog’s Immune System
2008-02-06 05:01:00 You may consider if dogs are truly meat eaters or can a dog be vegetarians? The problem is whether an all meat diet which is mainly protein provides a balanced variety of nutritional needs of a dog. If your dog is getting sick or vomiting after a meal you may now know why and you may need the parsley water recipe. What is a vegetarian dog? There is a commonality of a human being’s physiology to that of a dog and it would make sense for dogs also to be vegetarians. As for my dog unfortunately before I brought her home, she was raised on Wal-Mart’s Old Roy and macaroni and cheese. Unfortunately not a good diet to grow a puppy into a health adult dog and her health suffered for it. (more…) Best Related PostCanine Diabetes by Teri on September 10th, 2007
By: Dog Health1
Soups - a Recipe for An Immune System Boost
2008-02-05 20:00:00 A strong immune system is your first line of defense against allergies, colds, flu and other illnesses. There are many disease causing viruses and bacteria that invade our systems each day. Having a... A health blog with articles including fda, bird flu virus, cancer, weight loss, vaccines, medicare, conspiracy, hair loss, hpv, virus, politics, supplements and other health topics.
How Stress Affects the Immune System
2008-02-05 19:58:00 Although stress affects the immune system, many people either don't know this or don't realize how serious it is. Because it's hard to imagine anyone consciously putting their health and life at... A health blog with articles including fda, bird flu virus, cancer, weight loss, vaccines, medicare, conspiracy, hair loss, hpv, virus, politics, supplements and other health topics.
Soups - a Recipe for An Immune System Boost
2008-02-05 19:58:00 A strong immune system is your first line of defense against allergies, colds, flu and other illnesses. There are many disease causing viruses and bacteria that invade our systems each day. Having a strong immune system can reduce your chances of becoming ill. There are many ways that you can reduce your risk of catching diseases, including washing your hands well and often, eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly. There are also many herbal infusions and foods that can also help to boost your immune system.Your mother's chicken soup cure was right on the money. Make your own by boiling the chicken and seasoning it well to make your own stock. Add fresh vegetables and fresh herbs, such as basil or tarragon, for a soothing, mild flavor. Tip: Basil can be really easy to grow in a garden pot on your back porch!To make your own soup to strengthen your immune system, follow these guidelines.For each person you are serving add this per person:Chop at least one half an onion.Chop o...
By: Health America
How Stress Affects the Immune System
2008-02-05 19:57:00 Although stress affects the immune system, many people either don't know this or don't realize how serious it is. Because it's hard to imagine anyone consciously putting their health and life at risk. And that's exactly what happens when we ignore how significant the effects of stress are to our immune system.Let's begin by outlining the stress response or "fight-or-flight" reaction. When you encounter a physical or psychological "threat," the hypothalamus, a tiny region at the base of your brain, sets off an alarm system. A series of nerve and hormonal signals then prompt your adrenal glands. These are located on top of your kidneys and they release a surge of hormones; the most abundant being adrenaline and cortisol.Adrenaline increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure and boosts your energy levels. Cortisol increases sugars in the bloodstream, enhances your brain's use of glucose (sugar) and increases the availability of substances that repair tissues. It's wh...
By: Health America
How to Strengthen the Immune System with Yoga
2008-02-05 19:56:00 Yoga is known for its amazing power to boost the systems of the body. A good yoga workout massages and nourishes every single organ in the body. Each cell is caressed and nourished. Yoga helps lower... A health blog with articles including fda, bird flu virus, cancer, weight loss, vaccines, medicare, conspiracy, hair loss, hpv, virus, politics, supplements and other health topics.
How to Strengthen the Immune System with Yoga
2008-02-05 19:55:00 Yoga is known for its amazing power to boost the systems of the body. A good yoga workout massages and nourishes every single organ in the body. Each cell is caressed and nourished.Yoga helps lower stress hormones which can compromise the immune system, while also conditioning and giving love to the lungs and respiratory tract. The lymphatic system is strengthened and toxins are swept away. You may notice that you get far fewer illnesses when you have a regular yoga practice.Personally, I haven't been sick this year at all. I have been a little surprised just how well I have been. I do have a fairly high immune system, but normally I would have had a minor cold or at least a moment of feeling under the weather by this time of year. This year... nothing! Just great health!So what I have I done differently? I always take vitamin C and Zinc... this year and last year. I have been eating more immune system boosting super foods, but somehow there seems to be more to the story...Last yea...
By: Health America
Naturally produced steroids don't inhibit immune system
2008-02-05 09:10:00 A new study conducted by researchers at the Michigan State University has found that naturally produced steroids don't inhibit the immune system. While corticosteroids, such as prednisone, reduce inflammation they also slow down the body's immune system and a person taking prescription steroids is more susceptible to infection. Now, the researchers found that corticosteroids produced naturally in the body don't have this same immunosuppressive effect. When the human body is under stress both psychological and physical, it secretes corticosteroids and these steroids are responsible for the ‘fight-or-flight response’ in humans and other animals. Cortisol, also called hydrocortisone, is the most abundant corticosteroid in the body. These steroids' anti-inflammatory effects are well known and pharmaceutical companies have been making versions of them for about 20 years. However, people taking steroids are warned that cuts and bruises...
By: B4U India
Study sheds more light on poxviruses’ ability to evade immune system
2008-02-01 12:36:00 Scientists have charted the structure and actions of a powerful substance that enables poxviruses to evade the immune system. Experts from Saint Louis University and the University of Alabama at Birmingham attribute their achievement to the study of a powerful protein found in the mousepox virus—one of the family of viruses that also includes smallpox, monkeypox and cowpox. This protein binds to a substance called interferon-gamma, which is produced by the immune system as the virus enters the bloodstream. This way, the protein immobilizes the interferon-gamma, preventing it from marshalling the immune system’s defences. All this facilitates the replication of the poxvirus, which then causes immense damage. “Cracking open and describing the structure and actions of interferon-gamma binding protein is incredibly exciting, given the important role this substance plays in subverting the immune system,” said Mark Buller, professor of m...
By: B4U India
A new boon to maintain a perfect Immune system
2008-01-23 08:10:00 A person with good digestive system function is a person withgood immune systemand good health. Currently atleast 6 out of 10 people are heavily constipated which results in some adverseeffects such as Bad body odour, weight problems, foul breath, backaches, lack of energy, bloating, mood wings and weak immune system. Oxypowder is one the scientifically proven ...
Loneliness effects the immune system
2008-01-16 11:06:00 Lonely people have a lower life expectancy. Research has revealed the reason for this. The immune system of chronic lonely people changes. The expression of genes that fire up the immune system and cause inflammatory reactions become stronger and the expression of genes which help with the building of anti bodies and the cleaning up ...
Boost Your Immune System And Stay Healthy
2008-01-14 00:00:00 Your immune system is your guard against diseases and infections. A person with a weakened immune system is an easy pray for various infections and diseases which will not only catch the person easily but will take more time and efforts than a person with strong immune system to cure. Therefore it is really necessary to ...
The benefits of tea
2008-01-07 11:12:00 The health benefits of tea are so numerous, that a daily cup of tea should almost be obligatory. But what kind of tea is the best? Look at the color. Black tea helps against bad breath and high cholesterol. White tea helps battle infections and red tea helps against allergies. Green tea improves the immune system, protects against ...
Understanding the immune system how it works
2007-12-30 14:46:00 Understanding the immune system how it works The immune system is a network ofcells, tissues*, and organs that worktogether to defend the body against attacksby “foreign” invaders. These are primarilymicrobes(germs)—tiny-, infection-causingorganismssuch- as bacteria, viruses,parasites, and fungi. Because the humanbody provides an ideal environment formany microbes, they try to break in. It isthe immune system’s job to keep them outor, failing that, to seek out and destroy them. PDF | 63 page | 2.2 mb http://medicalebook.blogspot.co-m Code: http://rapidshare.com/files/741-92667/the_immune_system.pdf Enjoy
Immune system ‘trainable’, door opens for cancer vaccine: study
2007-12-27 00:29:00 Mayo Clinic release - An international team of researchers led by Mayo Clinic have designed a technique that uses the body’s own cells and a virus to destroy cancer cells that spread from primary tumours to other parts of the body through the lymphatic system. In addition, their study shows that this technology could be the basis for a new cancer vaccine to prevent cancer recurrence. The study appeared in the Dec. 9 online issue of Nature Medicine. The technology combines infection-fighting T-cells with the vesicular stomatitis virus that targets and destroys cancer cells while leaving normal cells unharmed. The study, which has not yet been replicated in humans, is significant because it describes a potential new therapy to treat and prevent the spread of cancer in patients. “We hope to translate these results into clinical trials. However, until those trials are done, it’s difficult to be certain that what we see in mouse models will clearly translate to humans. ...
Your Child’s Immune System & Coconut Oil!
2007-12-17 23:19:00 Your Child’s Immune System & Coconut Oil Category: News and Politics By Lisa La Barre, CN Children of the past were more susceptible to infectious diseases than most adults. Infants fed breast milk were less prone to viral illnesses because their mothers were providing them with disease fighting components. Today we know these disease fighting components in breast milk as special fatty acids ...
Mushrooms enhance the immune system
2007-12-13 15:20:00 Fortify your immune system with mushrooms, they can protect you against diseases. This is the result of a research done at Tuft University in Massachusetts. Mice whose diet included champignon mushrooms had more active ‘natural killer cells’, white bloodcells which fight viruses and cancer cells. According to the author of this research report 150 grams ...
Helping The Immune System:
2007-12-11 06:23:00 A functioning individual’s immune system is the natural shield the body uses to keep viruses, bacteria and other disease causing organisms at bay. But unlike the respiratory system or the circulatory system, the immune system is a collection of mechanisms that are triggered into action as soon as it detects a virus.For the immune system to detect and successfully destroy an invading virus or bacteria, it is vital that it distinguishes between the infectors and the body’s own healthy cells and tissues. This is a complex task though as these infectors are constantly evolving and adapting themselves to the characteristics of the host.The good news is the extent to which the human body has evolved. Our adaptability to the various ills that come with a continuously changing world has helped arm the immune system better.The progress made by immunoinformatics has greatly contributed in fortifying the human body further. Vaccines, drugs, antibiotics, organ transplants, etc. are the new ...
Cold Weather and Your Immune System
2007-12-05 18:07:00 Here are some great foods to keep in mind that with help you boost your immune system by increasing your white blood cell count: Garlic Turkey (Dark Meat) Yogurt Pumpkin and Squash Seeds Shitake Mushrooms Oysters….my favorite!!! Oranges, carrots, and green leafy vegetables (spinach is best)... This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more!
Tips On Keeping Your Immune System Strong Posted By : Wendy Mitchell
2007-11-30 03:11:00 Keeping the immune system working at its peak level is something most of us should consider long before the start of cold season. More: continued here Powered by ArticlesXPress
Immune System Tour In Full Swing
2007-11-25 00:01:00 Immune System Tour In Full SwingLord Genocyde wasn't joking on the YouTube release when he said the dates had been sold out prior to any major listing. In fact, dates on the tour had been completely sold out within the first 48 hours of posting the news to a few message boards."Fact is," Lord Genocyde tells Krush News, "people couldn't wait. It was like a madhouse with online ticket sales. It was a surprise because the first two CDs didn't exactly fly off the shelves but so many had heard it on terrestrial and internet radio. That was the shock to us, just how many had heard them. It's really making us hopeful that this one not only takes off but also helps the other two boost as well."CD sales of Weltanschuuang and Phallusuberalles weren't exactly nonexistant but they had been low. Promotion of the two albums had been somewhat scant and it left Immune System being one of the most underrated industrial acts in the genre. Lord Genocyde says that's exactly what makes this tour n...
Hot Chocolate Is A Tasty Way To Boost Your Immune System
2007-11-14 00:00:00 Now you can satisfy your chocolate cravings without a shred of guilt! Are you one of the millions of people who crave chocolate? That is OK because cocoa is actually very good for you. Hot Cocoa made with pure cocoa powder contains more antioxidants than green tea or wine. Now there are all organic hot cocoa ...
Your Immune System - Your First Line of Defense Against Cancer
2007-11-04 05:52:00 To remain happy and healthy, you must have a strong immune system. The immune system protects us from getting infections and diseases such as cancer. It is the system that helps keep us healthy. The immune system is simply defined as a complex system responsible for identifying and protecting us from infections and foreign substances. The immune system seeks and kills anything invading the body. By having a strong and healthy immune system, you can prevent the onset of various forms of cancer.Man used to be the hopeless victim of his circumstances. When Louis Pasteur discovered that bacteria caused diseases and that chemicals could kill bacteria, modern medicine was born. Since then, we have struggled to develop chemicals to enhance our health and fight bacteria-causing disease.We live in an ocean of bacteria and viruses. Yet, these microorganisms do not cause diseases; we become infected by diseases when we have weakened and inefficient immune systems. We see the evidence of this t...
By: Cypy Healthy
The Gut is the Center of the Defense (Immune) System
2007-10-22 22:09:00 Many people believe that the gut, or more scientifically, the bowels are simply in our body to absorb nutrients from food and to pass the remains out of the body. This is one of the functions of the gut but the gut performs a lot more functions that just that. We say we have a ...
Immune System Still Trying to Kill Me
2007-10-17 23:52:00 The middle of the day was okay, but this morning was pretty rough with the congestion and runny nose. By the time I got home this afternoon nasal congestion had set in and I believe I'm feeling the beginnings of a sinus headache. In any event, I'm better than I was on Sunday so I really shouldn't be complaining.It was another long day, work-wise, but not particularly stressful or anything.I'm feeling quite sleepy and am tempted to take a nap, but I know if I lay down it will be a multi-hour thing rather than just a nap. And that, of course, would screw up the whole evening and my sleep cycle, as well.So, basically, I'm really sleepy and my head is full of snot. My stomach's also pretty full, as I was hungry for something different and grabbed a burger on the way home. The result of all this is some kind of odd stupor: I cannot think clearly. Writing this is pretty much stream-of-consciousness.Have you ever thought about what it would be like to have the ability to stop t...
By: BRAINFRIENDENEMY
Writing about your feelings improves immune system
2007-10-11 16:14:00 Pen and paper may be a powerful medical treatment. In a new study by Harvard University cancer patients who wrote about their feelings for 30 minutes a day experienced improvements in immune-system function and reported fewer symptoms. Journaling quells stress and helps increase coping mechanisms, say the researchers.
Fortify your immune system with colloidal silver
2007-10-05 08:43:00 If you have not heard of colloidal silver, it is essentially the suspension of silver particles in water. Silver has anti-microbial properties and has been used before in the past to treat burns and external wounds. It also has the capability of preventing infection. Nowadays we are convinced that colloidal silver is a beneficial nutritional supplement again ...
Does Stress Damage The Immune System?
2007-09-28 12:41:00 Does Stress Damage The Immune System?Does stress damage the immune system? That question can only be answered by first discussing the difference between acute (short-term) stress and chronic (long-term stress). While acute stress causes responses in the body that include boosting the immune system, chronic stress may impair the immune system. Better questions are "Does stress damage the immune system on the short term?" and "Does stress damage the immune system on the long term?" The body's response to acute stress (a real or immediate threat such as a confrontation with a burglar) which is sometimes called the "fight or flight" response includes changes in all the systems of the body. Since the question is "Does stress damage the immune system?", then we will focus on those responses to acute stress that are temporarily boosting the immune system during this flight or flight scenario. The most noticeable initial response to the burglar's appearance is an increase in heart rate....
Cancer prevention: 3 ways to boost your immune system
2007-09-25 13:32:00 According to the doctor from the hospital where dad did his surgery, one of the reasons why some people get cancer and some don’t lies in their immune system. This doctor says there are 3 simple ways to boost your immune system: get enough sleep. How much sleep is enough, you should feel for yourself. Main thing ...
Immune System lesson for a 4-year-old
2007-08-22 16:58:00 My 4-year-old (almost 5, actually) learned a good lesson today about how nutrition impacts her immune system - dramatically. LOL As I'm typing this, she's standing here reading what I'm typing saying (with a smirky smile), "Don't blog about me, Mommy!" :) But her experience makes such a fantastic example that I can't help myself.Over the weekend, she caught some sort of little sniffle. Nothing major, just a slight cough/stuffy nose. We've been letting it run its course, knowing full well her immune system would take care of it. Until hubby decides to bring home leftovers (from a work thing) white-flour cheese ravoli and meatballs covered in sauce (that most likely contained sugar or HFCS). I warned her ahead of time that eating junk would probably make her cold worse. :) But hey, she's FOUR. :)So she ate it, all the while I'm glaring at hubby for even bringing it home in the first place. Then a few hours later, he gave her some MORE because she was hungry again. I would have...
By: Green Republican
Why Anticancer Vaccines Mostly Fail: Immune System ?Escape Hatch? Gives Can
2007-07-17 00:00:00 Scientists at Johns Hopkins and elsewhere say they have mapped out an escape route that cancers use to evade the body’s immune system, allowing the disease to spread unchecked. Popularity: 1% [?] Read more at silkboard |
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