Immune Health - Dr. David Williams

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Immune Health - Dr. David Williams JoAnn Guest Jan 05, 2005 17:51 PST

Immune Health - Dr. David Williams

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Here are my top recommendations to boost and support your body's immune

function naturally.

 

Vitamin C:

When you need extra immune support, I recommend you take 500 to 1,000

milligrams every 2 hours. Even without the onset of a flu or cold, I

personally take 2,000 mg of C each day, along with bioflavonoids and

other synergistic nutrients like vitamin E.

When Vitamin C is taken with zinc, propolis and elderberry extract, a

good daily maintenance dose is 100 mg.

 

Zinc:

Promotes immune function. One 23-mg zinc gluconate lozenge every two

wakeful hours after an initial double dose, has been found to provide

symptom relief. While the only side effect associated with zinc is its

bad taste, this routine shouldn't be continued any longer than a week.

 

Excessive zinc can eventually create a copper deficiency and weaken the

immune system. The recommended daily dose for zinc when taken with

vitamin C, propolis and elderberry extract is 10 mg.

 

Bee Propolis:

Research shows that this waxy resin used by bees to waterproof their

hives has immune enhancing properties. The recommended daily dose when

taken with elderberry extract, zinc and vitamin C is 75 mg.

 

Elderberry Extract:

The active ingredients in elderberries have been found to protect your

cells from harmful invaders. I recommend a remarkable elderberry extract

developed by Israeli scientists called Sambucol (which comes from the

Latin name for elderberry, Sambucus nigra).

 

Research shows that this patented elderberry extract will provide relief

within 24 to 48 hours. I've been so impressed with this extract that

I've worked with the researcher who developed it to incorporate it in my

own formula.

Whatever product you use, I recommend taking 4 g daily of elderberry

extract in conjunction with the Vitamin C, Propolis and Zinc.

 

Vitamin A:

Initial doses as high as 100,000 units daily can be very beneficial.

The dose should then be dropped back to 10,000 to 25,000 IU daily to

avoid problems with toxicity.

 

Turmeric (from root):

has been used for centuries in India and China for a variety of health

concerns, including boosting the immune system. To support immune health

I recommend taking 200 mg per day.

 

Garlic:

helps to fortify the immune system. For overall health, I recommend

that you consume at least a clove of garlic each day. Studies suggest

that you can get similar benefits from cooked garlic -- if you first let

it sit out a while after peeling.

When garlic is peeled an enzyme called allinase begins a series of

chemical reactions that create beneficial health effects.

 

If you take garlic extract in liquid form, a recommended serving is 1/4

to 1/2 teaspoon mixed with fruit or vegetable juice, twice daily with

meals. As for garlic capsules, take 1 to 3 capsules daily, depending on

your level of free-radical exposure.

 

Grapefruit Seed Extract:

Drinking three to four drops per 8 oz of water per day helps maintain

immune system function.

 

This extract is also a good remedy for cleansing your sinuses:

 

1. First, in a clean sink or large saucer add 1/4 to 1/3 cup of salt to

a quart of fairly hot water. Once the salt has dissolved, immerse your

face in the water for five to 10 seconds; repeat this three or four

times. Allow the water to run into your nose, but keep your mouth and

eyes closed.

 

2. Follow the facial with a quick nasal rinse by adding a few drops of

grapefruit seed extract to 1/2 cup of warm water. Cup a small amount of

the water in the palm of your hand, and then lean over and gently

" inhale " the water into your nasal passages. Do this two or three times

before bed and first thing in the morning. You may momentarily feel a

very slight tingling or burning sensation as the extract coats the nasal

and sinus passages. Once it gets to these hard-to-reach areas, it can

begin to eliminate the harmful irritants.

 

Purple coneflower (Echinacea angustifolia):

helps increase certain responses of the immune system. Powdered

echinacea capsules can be found in most health food stores (recommended

dosages are given on the product labels). You can obtain some of the

best results with echinacea by using the liquid plant extracts -- for

adults five to 10 drops in 1/4 cup of water taken five times daily is

generally recommended).

 

 

Tea tree honey:

For years I've recommended using tea tree oil from Australia for a

variety of health concerns (see the April 1992 ALTERNATIVES, vol. 4,

number 10). To help boost your immune system, I also encourage you to

take 250 mg a day of tea tree honey (also known as Manuka honey). This

sweet alternative is from New Zealand and has been shown to have natural

immune-supporting properties.

 

Shark cartilage:

Long-time readers know that I've written about the benefits of shark

cartilage for years. Among its many beneficial properties, shark

cartilage helps support your overall healthy immune system function. I

recommend 100 mg daily.

 

Slippery Elm:

This herb has mucus-eliminating properties and helps promote respiratory

health. 20 mg daily is recommended.

 

Peppermint powder:

Helps support immune function. 17 mg a day is recommended.

 

Eucalyptus Oil:

I wrote about the advantages of the immune-boosting properties of

eucalyptus in the October 1999 issue of ALTERNATIVES. For best results,

I recommed taking 2 mg daily along with the other herbal immune boosters

mentioned here. Newsletter readers know that I've been working on an

herbal immune formula for some time now and have finally developed one

that combines these and a number of other herbs I've discussed in

previous issues.

 

Balance your life

 

Physical and emotional stress, poor diet and chronic illness can

suppress your immune system. Yet another great reason to eat right,

exercise, cultivate a positive outlook and take care!

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