LIVING IMMUNITY: Supercharging Our Body’s Defenses with Probiotics and Other Natural Strategies by Case Adams, PhD, California Naturopath
Our body’s immune system has not been that well understood to date. While immunity has been the focus of medical study from a disease perspective, many of its functional characteristics have eluded scientists. This is evidenced by the fact that many infections are becoming resistant to many drugs – and numerous bacteria and viruses are now multi-drug resistant. Here, in a groundbreaking compendium of immunity research, the author reveals our immune system in a way that has vast implications for global and personal wellness. The vibrant, dynamic nature of our immune system is documented in detail, showing the interplay between immune cells, cytokines, immunoglobulins, probiotics and the many other immune system components that help us fight off colds, flu, infections, chronic fatigue and other diseases. The author then unveils a host of natural strategies, including probiotics, diet, herbs and lifestyle factors – illustrating the research that proves their ability to super-charge our immune system and help us fight disease.
603 Pages. Copyright 2011.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: The author is a California Naturopath and holds a Ph.D. in Natural Health Sciences. His books are focused upon science-based natural health solutions.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
Chapter One : Toxins: The Immunity Enemies
Chemical Toxins
Electromagnetic Toxins
Biological Toxins
Sick Buildings
Occupational Toxicity
Chapter Two : Why Toxins are Bad
What is Lipid Peroxidation?
Reactive Oxygen Species
C-reactive Protein
Systemic Inflammation
Example: Trans Fat
Chapter Three : The Living Immune System
Non-specific Immunity: The Barriers
Humoral Immunity: Toxin Attackers
Cell-Mediated Immunity: Detoxing the Cells
Probiotic Immunity: The Protectors
The Immune Cells
The Coordinators
The Immunoglobulins
Inflammation
Allergic Response
The Thymus
The Liver
Immune Respiration
The Mucosal Membranes
The Adrenals
Intestinal Immunity
Probiotic Defense
Chapter Four : Proof for Living Immunity
Microbial Infections
Viruses: Colds, Flu and Herpes
Respiratory Infections
Cardiovascular Diseases
Liver Disorders
Gum Disease and Cavities
Intestinal Disorders
Allergies
Pancreatitis
Kidney Disorders
Vaginosis and Vaginitis
Early Immunity
Ear Infections
Immunosuppression
Cancer
HIV and AIDS
Autoimmunity
Stimulating the Immune System
Summary of Probiotic Mechanisms
Chapter Five : The Immunity Diet
Probiotic Foods
Probiotic Supplementation
Prebiotic Foods
Yeast Foods and Supplements
Raw Vinegars
Mushrooms
Antioxidant Foods
Greenfoods
Juicing for Immunity
Immunity Fats
Immunity Enhancing Supplements
Problems with Processed Foods
The Ultimate Immunity Diet
Alkaline Nutrition
Chapter Six : Other Immunity Strategies
Hydration
Hydrotherapy
Sweating to Cleanse
Gentle Fasting
Strategies to Reduce Toxin Exposure
Gentle Herbal Strategies
Strengthening our Mucosal Membranes
Skin Brushing
Sun Exposure/Vitamin D
Sleep Strategies
Exercise Strategies
Breathing and Airway Strategies
Boosting the Liver
Adrenal Strengthening
Antibiotic Logic
The Living Defense Model
References and Bibliography
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