Strengthen Your Immune System

STRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

“Thou sendest man Thy messenger, the disease,

which announces the approach of danger

and bids him prepare to overcome them.”

~Maimonedes

In this Report

1.    The Miracle of Immunity

2.    7 Tips to Strengthen Your Immune System

The Miracle of Immunity

The immune system of the body is our primary defense and “home maintenance” system.  It keeps our body clean of toxins and resistant to invading organisms.  It is responsible for detecting and eliminating possible pathogenic organisms such as bacteria, fungi and viruses, as well as detecting, destroying and replacing bad, damaged or defective cells from injury.  It is kind of like our police and handy man all rolled into one.

Where is the immune system?  If we look at our circulatory system, we can identify it.  It consists of the heart, arteries, veins and capillaries all connected in a closed system.  The digestive system? – Well, it starts at the mouth and winds its way through our body via the esophagus, stomach, small intestines, large intestines and ends you know where.  Nervous System…Skeletal System…Lymph System…they can all be seen and identified.  But where is the immune system?

IT IS IN EVERY CELL OF OUR BODY.  Whereas we do have unique blood cells called Lymphocytes, Basophils, Eosinophils, etc. which we identify as components of Immunity…they do not exist in an individuated system.  They roam our body searching and eliminating those organisms and toxins which may have the potential of causing harm.  Although these specialized cells are “designed” to accomplish these tasks, every cell, organ, tissue of the body also has its innate ability to protect itself.  In fact, the largest organ of immunity is our SKIN.  It is our primary defense.  Our breath is also a vital component of our immune system, expelling toxins and alien critters with every exhalation.  The specialized white blood cells actually only come into play if our primary defenses are overwhelmed.

We have come to believe that when the bacteria, viruses, fungi and toxins enter our body, we get sick.  In fact this is a MYTH.  If tomorrow you visited a lab, you would find that your body is full of these invaders.  Yet, you are not sick because your immune system keeps them in check.  It is only when our immune system becomes compromised, do these invaders cause havoc.

SO…to dispel this myth:  First, you are sick, your immunity falters and then the bacteria, viruses, fungi, and toxins have the opportunity to cause disease.

So, in regards to “germs”… have no fear.  As long as your immune system is strong, you have nothing to worry about.  Of the men, women and children exposed to germs, only a handful actually manifest the disease.  The others’ immune systems are able to protect them.  So I repeat: As long as your immune system is strong, there is NOTHING TO WORRY ABOUT.

Next, I wish to share with you seven strategies to super-power your immune system.

7 Tips to Strengthen Your Immune System

1) “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”

Thanks to the research of Candice Pert (Discoverer of Neuropeptides and the author of the book Molecules of Emotion) and other brilliant scientists and doctors, we now know that our emotions and thoughts directly effect our immune system.  In fact, a new science has emerged called PsychoNeuroImmunology – The science of the relationship between Thoughts and Emotions, Our Nervous System and Our Immune System.  In fact, in the advanced sciences, they see no distinction between these systems – they are in fact, all one.

A recent study performed at the University of Ohio has demonstrated that
1)  Positive Thoughts increase T-Cell counts (a powerful part of our immune system) and negative thoughts decrease T-Cell counts… and …
2) Experiences of Love increase immune function.

So close your eyes and visualize your body and immune system as strong as can be.  See your self like Superman standing upon your own Fortress of Solitude with your cape blowing behind you…your chin up in the air with confidence and self-esteem.  Remind yourself everyday of the beauty that still exists in our world…Rainbows…Full Moons…Sunrises…Sunsets….A Baby’s Smile…Grandma’s Soup… Jumping Dolphins… Roaring Lions… Prancing Horses… Humans singing together under candle light.  There is so much to love and so much to appreciate.  Remind yourself of these things everyday.  

If you would like some more specific exercises, Chapter 8 “Think and Grow Healthy” in my book A Clear Path to Healing has a 7 step process for using your mind to create anything you desire…including a strong immune system. Also, check out the revolutionary Self Discovery Life Mastery process at www.sdlifemastery.com.
Our favorite:  check out this Simple yet profound Guided Present Moment Awareness Technique 

Step One in strengthening your immune system is this:
Don’t Worry…Be Happy!

2) Healthy Spine Free of Tension and Interference

Whereas the immune system is the defense and maintenance system of the body…the nervous system is the orchestrator of that system.  The brain, spinal cord and nerves control everything in the body and mind.  All body function and healing…perception and response…thoughts and feeling…are all controlled and organized by the nervous system.

Stresses in our life – Physical, Emotional, Chemical and Cultural – cause tension to build up in our nervous system and its surrounding structures (Spinal Column, Muscles, Tendons, etc.).  Especially when those stress are overwhelming. This tension interferes with body function and healing – especially Immune Function.

The best method I know of to keep your spine free of tension and interference is Chiropractic – specifically Network Spinal Analysis or NSA.

NSA is a system of Wellness Care that uses very gentle touches on specific areas of the spine called “Spinal Gateways” to help identify areas of tension and entrain the body to self-regulate these areas of tension and heal.  People under Network Care report that they are able to handle stress better, enjoy life more and are able to make healthier choice in their life. 

So, step 2 in strengthening your immune system is to keep your spine free of tension, utilizing Chiropractic, specifically Network Spinal Analysis, as an effective tool.

3) EAT HEALTHY

Don’t allow those free radicals to get into your body begin with.  Also, provide your body with the phytochemicals in plants and fruits which support a strong immune system.  I outline a healthy system of eating in my book, A Clear Path to Healing, which will share with you now.

1)  Drink at least 1/2 your body weight in ounces of Filtered water every day.
Our personal favorite the Waterfall by Nikken. 

2) Read food labels and don’t eat anything which has ingredients that do not sound like food. (i.e. monosodium glutamate, blue #6, anything bleached, etc.)

3) Eat food in the following ratio:  75% or more Alkaline Foods – 25% or less Acid Foods.  Alkaline foods are fruits and veggies…Acid is everything else.  (Exceptions: Almonds, Millet and Salmon tend toward Alkaline…pomegranates are Acid fruits)

4) Specific foods high in phytochemicals:

Garlic
Soy
Citrus Fruits
Peppers
Red Grapes
Green Tea
Leafy Greens
Tomatoes
Flaxseed
Walnuts
Brazil Nuts
Cabbage
Sweet Potatoes
Broccoli
Brussels Sprouts

So, step 3 in strengthening your immune system is to EAT HEALTHY!

4) ANTIOXIDANTS AND IMMUNITY STIMULANTS

Antioxidants are nutrients which eliminate from the body detrimental chemicals called Free Radicals.  Free Radicals are toxins which destroy human cells and cause the immune system to work extra hard.  By supplementing your diet with antioxidants, you will help clean your body of Free Radicals and give your immune system a break to focus on other things. Also, supplement your diet with nutrients which build a healthy immune systems

The Antioxidants and Immunostimulants are:

Vitamin C
Vitamin E
Vitamin A
Zinc
Selenium
CoQ10

Also, Mushrooms have demonstrated themselves to strengthen immunity.  

What?  Mushrooms?!?!?  That’s right.  Mushrooms are powerful immune system supporters that have been used in the Orient and in the South American jungles for thousands of years.  I am not talking about your run-of-the-mill throw in the salad mushrooms.  I am speaking of specific varieties of mushrooms found only in tropical rainforests and other remote parts of the world.  Such varieties as Shiitake, Maitake, oyster, enoki, reishi, astragalus and many others.  These mushrooms contain powerful immune system builders called alpha and beta glucans which are not naturally produced by our bodies.  They are only found in plant and animal sources.

I know of a product called Bio-Directed Immunity.  It is a special blend of 20 varieties of Immune Strengthening mushrooms, organically grown under precise laboratory conditions.  If you are interested in getting more information about this product and purchasing it for yourself and your family, email our Wellness Consultant at anja@placeforhealing.com

Step 4 in strengthening your immune system is supplementing your diet with ANTIOXIDANTS and MUSHROOMS

5) CLEAN ENVIRONMENT

The less work your immune system has to do, the more energy and resources it has to keep you healthy.  Why bog it down with unnecessary toxins from your environment.  Using an effective air and water filter actually nourishes your body’s immunity allowing it to rest, rather than putting it to work. If you are looking for very effective, affordable air or water filter system, contact our wellness consultant, Anja at anja@placeforhealing.com

Step 5 in strengthening your immune system is cleansing your air and water with an effective filter.

6) PROBIOTICS

There are actually bacteria in our body that supports our health and our immune systems.  These are called Probiotics ( as opposed to Antibiotics which destroy life and inhibit our immune system).  These probiotic organisms live in our digestive system and have such names as Lactobacillus acidophilis and Bifidobacterium bifidum.  These probiotic, immunity-strengthening bacteria are readily available through a food which is available in any supermarket – YOGURT!  If you are lactose-intolerant or just do not like yogurt, probiotic supplements are available at any health-food store.

Step 6 to strengthen your immune system is to TAKE A PROBIOTIC SUPPLEMENT and/or EAT YOGURT 

7) ADEQUATE EXERCISE, DEEP BREATHING AND PROPER REST

The last thing I’d like to discuss are two things which may seem diametrically opposed but they go hand-in-hand: ADEQUATE EXERCISE and PROPER REST.  I go into these in very specific detail in A Clear Path to Healing, but briefly you want to get good aerobic exercise at least 5 times a week.  This can be a walk, a swim, a run.  Something to get the blood flowing in your veins and your breath deepened.   Deep breathing supports a strong immune system.

And after exercising make sure you get proper rest.  There are many strategies to improve sleep including proper posture, firm supportive mattress, meditation and the use of magnetic and far-infrared technologies.  To learn more, pick up my book A Clear Path to Healing or email our Wellness Consultant, Anja at anja@placeforhealing.com

So, step 7 to strengthen your immune system is Adequate Exercise, Take Deep Breaths and Proper Rest

 Let’s Summarize

To Strengthen Your Immune System:

1) Don’t Worry…Be Happy
2) Keep Your Spine Free of Tension
3) Eat Healthy
4) Take Antioxidants and Immunity Stimulants
5) Take Probiotics and Eat Yogurt!
6) Filter your Air and Water
7) Get Adequate Exercise, Deep Breathe and Proper Rest

I hope you all take action on this information, so that you are strong and fearless against this little wimp – Mr. Germ

Chiropractic Supports Children’s Immune System

Yesterday, our son woke up with 103.7 fever. I immediately gave him a Network Adjustment followed by a gentle Toggle to his atlas. In less than an hour, his fever broke and today he has a little cough but no fever. No antibiotics. What medicine? Chiropractic, rest, positive intentions, nutritional immune boosters, lots of love and attention and the innate healing intelligence of the body. (Watch how his neck responds to the gentle Network contacts on his sacrum.)

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A Facebook Debate… Do Germs Cause Disease?

I recently had a discussion with another Facebook user about the true cause of disease and role germs do or do not play in this process.    Read this discussion below:

 

Barry Weinberg   If you saw flies swarming around some garbage in a field, would you think the flies caused the garbage? How would you get rid of the flies…with bug spray? I think you know the answers. Then why do we think germs cause disease and treat it with medicine? Maybe its time to clean the garbage from the field.

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Facebook User Reply en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Germ_theory_of_disease

Pretty sure this is the answer to your question.

Barry Weinberg Oh, my friend, it was not a question. It was a point. I know you choose to believe that germs cause illness, but the truth is a depressed immune system causes disease. It has been proven that there are more germs in our body than human cells. It is when our immune system gets depressed due to the inadequate adaptation to stress that germs take the opportunity to feed….like the flies on the garbage in the field. When things are in right order in the body, germs are actually beneficial and assist our body. Even Pasteur, the creator of the Germ Theory recanted his germ theory on his deathbed, saying, “Bernard is right. The pathogen is nothing…the terrain is everything.” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Bernard

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Facebook User Reply I agree that when we are weak and run down, we are considerably more likely to get sick. However, take a well rested, healthy person, introduce disease into their body and you will very likely also end up with a sick person. We’re not that far apart on this one…I think.

Barry Weinberg I think where we differ is in our beliefs. Your belief is that disease can come from without. I believe (and have seen 20 years of evidence for) that disease comes from within. Just as darkness can not be introduced to a room. So can disease not be introduced to the body. Just Darkness is caused by removing the light, disease is caused by a lose of health. Just as darkness can be eliminated by reintroducing light, disease is eliminated by restoring health. To fight disease is as futile as fighting darkness. (PS. Thank you for your comments. This is an important discussion. I believe our current health care crisis is not caused by lack of insurance but by this very issue.)

Facebook User Reply I respect your experience. The only experience I have is reading, but a lot can be gleaned from reading.

Using your model of “disease cannot come from outside the body”, are you suggesting that if we inject a perfectly healthy, well rested person with hiv, flu, a common cold, that they will not become infected?

This is essentially what I’m hearing, and the crux of my disagreement.

Barry Weinberg If their immune system is strong, yes! We are exposed to an uncountable number of germs every moment and we are not sick. There will be a classroom of children that get sick, yet one child does not. His immune system was strong. Nurses and doctors have worked in hospitals and triage for centuries amongst the most horrendous of disease and do not get sick. Their immune systems are strong. I’ll repeat, just as the flies do not cause the garbage in the field, the germ does not cause the disease. They are opportunists that take advantage of an already dis-eased system. Just because something is in the same the same location of a problem, does not deem them cause. Germs are ALWAYS there. Just because they are found in the location of where there is disease, does not create a cause and effect relationship. In fact, the proper cause and effect relationship would be that the disease is the cause and the germs are the effect.

Facebook User Reply wise

Barry Weinberg PS. I always trust my experience way before I trust what I read. You will never know the taste of an apple by reading about it….only by taking that bite!

 

Top 5 Chiropractic Wellness Studies

Yesterday I came across an article written by another chiropractor that I want to share. It was written by Dr. Brad Dahlager at http://www.noblesvillefamilychiropractic.com and said this:

“Many people think about chiropractic as a great way to naturally treat back pain and symptoms (and it is!), but did you know that chiropractic has many other benefits that have been shown in recent scientific studies?

Here are some of the most important articles that show how chiropractic can help you improve your general health:

1. Chiropractic Can Reduce Blood Pressure – This study from 2013 reports what other studies have found: chiropractic adjustments can reduce hypertension in patients, sometimes just as much as common anti-hypertensive drugs.

2. Chiropractic Can Boost Your Immune System – A number of recent studies have found that chiropractic adjustments result in objective signs of positive immune system changes. Your immune system keeps you healthy and fights off illness, and these studies show that chiropractic might be a great way to keep it strong!

3. Chiropractic Reduces Stress – Researchers from Japan found that patients who received chiropractic had dramatic changes to their nervous system and reductions in stress hormones.

4. Chiropractic Can Help Asthma Patients – Many people (including children) suffer from asthma, and a new body of research shows that chiropractic can reduce asthma symptoms and increase lung function in some patients.

5. Chiropractic Can Save You Money! – Health care costs are spiraling out of control. With modern medical tests and expensive medications, it can be hard for people to afford the care they need. Studies show, however, that seeing a chiropractor is much less expensive than a medical doctor, and with all the benefits of chiropractic, you can have better health without drugs or surgery, too!

Your health is your most important asset, so take care of yourself and your family with chiropractic!

If you would like to see how chiropractic and Network Spinal Analysis can help you, give our office a call today!
We’ve been helping patients in South Florida for over 20 years. See how chiropractic and NSA can help you today!”

Response Ability #6: Harmonious Interaction

A bee enters the stream of the wind, and rides it across a beautiful field of flowers.  As the gust of wind fades, the bee flies down towards the ground and lands on the petal of a beautiful daffodil.  It walks across the petal to the center of the flower and sips of its delicious nectar.  As it drinks from this natural fountain, he rubs against the flower’s stamen and pollen falls upon his back.  As he takes his last sip, he takes off once again and rides another breeze to another part of the field and lands upon another daffodil.  As he once again enters the flower to partake of the nectar, the pollen on his back falls upon the stigma of this other flower and a new life is born.  This process is called pollination and is the mechanism by which many plants reproduce.

We live in an interactive universe.  Nothing works independently.  Often the Earth is called a “web of life” for all living things are interdependent.  Without plants, bees would not have nectar to survive.  Without bees, plants could not reproduce. Without plants, all animal life would perish for our atmosphere would lack vital oxygen.  It is an endless cycle of interdependence,  mutually beneficial interaction.

In the jungles of South America, there lies a cave.  Within this cave, lives two creatures – a unique species of worm and a unique species of bat.  No where else in the world will you find these two species except in this cave.  What makes these two animals so special is their unique relationship.  Since the bat never leaves the cave and the only form of life is this worm, the worm is the only source of food for the bat.  What is interesting, however, is that it is the excrement of the bat that provides the sustenance for the worm.  The worm feeds the bat.  The bat feeds the worm.  The cycle goes on and on.  This is called a symbiosis,  two animals mutually benefiting from the existence of each other…a beautiful example of harmonious interaction.

All healthy bodies, whether a human body, a corporate body, or the body of the universe, must be capable of interacting harmoniously with others.  It is the harmonious interaction of the individual cells of our body that sustains life.  It is the harmonious interaction of co-workers that produces a thriving business.  It is through the harmonious interaction of citizens that produces a healthy society.

It is only through disharmony, separation, and alienation that disease is experienced.  If we look at our body, we see that all disease, especially cancerous, infectious, and autoimmune diseases, are caused by some form of disharmonious interaction between cells of the body, or cells of the body and some outside agent.  If there was harmonious relationships between all the cells of the body, there would be no cancer or autoimmune disease.  Conversely, if there was harmonious interaction between the body and the virus, bacteria, or other visiting entity within the body, there would be no infection.

If we look at our world community, you will also find that all crimes, wars, and other social disease are likewise caused by disharmonious relationships amongst the members of our global body.

If we can begin to create more harmonious interactions within ourselves, accept responsibility consciously, and allow that harmony to spread into our relationships, this harmony would blanket the world in a sea of joy and all disease would be eradicated on this planet. Once and for all, we would experience total health and enjoy the fullest appreciation of life and each other.

It is only through this process of healing ourselves that we may heal the world, and it is only by acting upon our deepest desires and intentions that we may fully appreciate and develop to its fullest potential, the final and most important Response Ability – the ability of Contentment.

 

We will explore this Response Ability in our next entry.

 

An excerpt from the book, A Clear Path to Healing, by Dr. Barry S. Weinberg

With Love and Appreciation,

Dr Barry

www.placeforhealing.com