Immune System Health Tips to Fight Disease

Building up your immune system represents the body's major defense barrier against harmful microorganisms. It is made up of special cells, proteins, tissues and organs. The stronger the defense system is in the beginning of the fight, the better chance to wart of disease and infections.

Leukocytes, or white blood cells, are the major fighting cells of the immune system. They are produced and stored throughout the body both in lymphoid organs, including the bone marrow, spleen and thymus; and lymphoid tissues, primarily the lymph nodes.

When a foreign substance-or antigen-attacks the body, the lymphatic cells work together to protect the body. B-lymphocytes-a specialized leukocyte-produce antibodies to neutralize the antigen. Then T-lymphocytes or phagocytes can destroy the antigen.


The ability to produce specific antibodies remains in the body for a long period of time. For that reason it is rare for someone who has had chicken pox to get it again; immune cells are already prepared to manufacture antibodies to fight chicken pox antigens. This adaptive immunity involving memory cells is also the principle behind immunizations.

Here are examples of natural products that support a healthy immune system followed by building healthy immune system tips.

Nature's Noni

The juice of the Morinda citrofolia fruit is rich in unique phytonutrients and antioxidants. Phytonutrients nourish the body's cells, organs and tissues. They, along with antioxidants, fight free radical damage caused by harmful chemicals, pollution and a host of other free-radical generating processes.

Silver Shield with Aqua Sol

Silver Shield with Aqua Sol Technology provides 14 ppm of silver that stays suspended in purified deionized water. NSP's Aqua Sol Technology-the manner in which silver particles with an interior of elemental silver and an exterior of ionic silver oxide is placed in a colloidal suspension in water-has been patented and represents the latest advancement in colloidal silver.

Immune Stimulator

Immune Stimulator is a unique blend of natural ingredients that support and boost the immune system and lay a foundation of good health. It contains:

* Beta glucans, which trigger an increase in the production of macrophages, T-cells, natural killer cells and cytokines.
* Arabinogalactan to stimulate natural killer cells and macrophage activity.
* Colostrum-the first milk produced by mammals. It is rich in immune-enhancing transfer factors.
* Reishi and maitake mushroom, believed to help support immunity by increasing the activity of natural killer cells and macrophages.
* Cordyceps, a prized, energizing nutrient from China that promotes the integrity of DNA and increases T-cell and B-cell activity.
* VS-C

VS-C utilizes the powerful benefits of nine superb oriental herbs, formulated according to centuries-old Chinese herbal philosophy. Considered a metal-enhancing combination in Traditional Chinese Medicine, VS-C contains dandelion root, purslane herb, indigo leaves and root, thlaspi herb, buplerum root, Typhonium flagelliforme, scute root, cinnamon twig, licorice root and Panax ginseng root.

High Potency Garlic

An old Welsh saying goes, "Eat leeks in March and wild garlic in May, and all the year after physicians may play." Garlic exhibits antioxidant, immune-supporting and circulatory-supporting actions. Nature's Sunshine's High Potency Garlic offers the most potent garlic available, plus a special coating that helps control the garlic's odor.

Tips for a Healthy Immune System

1) Get enough sleep.
2) Wash your hands often.
3) Eat nutritious foods, especially those high in vitamin C.
4) Avoid unhealthy foods, particularly those high in sugar and high processed foods.
5) Get adequate exercise.
6) Avoid alcohol and cigarettes.
7) Avoid excessive sun exposure.