When the immune system is working properly, it is an amazing thing. The body is able to fight off all sorts of infections and diseases. But what exactly happens when the immune system goes into action?

First, pathogens like bacteria or viruses enter the body and begin to multiply. This triggers a response from the immune system, which dispatches white blood cells to the site of infection. The white blood cells release chemicals that kill the pathogens and also help to recruit more white blood cells to the area.

In addition, the immune system produces antibodies, which attach to pathogens and help to destroy them. Finally, the lymphatic system helps to remove pathogens and other debris from the body. All of these systems working together are what help to keep us healthy and safe from disease.

More on the Innate and Adaptive Immune Systems

The immune system is like a city watch. The innate immune system are the city walls and the adaptive immune system are the city watchmen. The job of the innate immune system is to keep dangerous things out of the city. The job of the adaptive immune system is to find anything that sneaks past the walls and get rid of it.

The innate immune system is the thing that stops most infections before they even start. Things like skin, mucus, and stomach acid all work together to keep germs from getting into our bodies in the first place. And if a germ does manage to get past those natural barriers, we have a whole army of cells ready to fight it off. These cells include macrophages, neutrophils, dendritic cells, and natural killer cells.

The adaptive immune system is our backup plan for when the innate immune system is breached or “fails.” This part of the immune system includes things like B-cells and T-cells. B-cells make antibodies which attach to viruses and bacteria and mark them for destruction. T-cells actually kill the viruses and bacteria directly.

The great thing about the adaptive immune system is that it can remember diseases that we’ve been exposed to in the past so we can fight them off more easily if we get sick again. In fact, this is where territorial theory and germ theory intersect.

The adaptive immune system uses new information learned from the environment (the territory) to adapt to what’s new in the world. When a new virus shows up, the adaptive immune system gets an upgrade. Think of it like an update to your immune system’s software.

We are constantly being exposed to new germs but thankfully our immune system is up to the challenge. So next time you’re feeling under the weather, thank your Immune System City Watch for keeping you safe!

Can You Hide From  Virus?

You can try, but it is nearly impossible. Viruses are so small they travel on air currents. If a virus gets into circulation and spreads rapidly, you can be sure it’s traveling on air currents. Since we are already playing host to billions of viruses, you can be sure you have come into contact with many of them.

The adaptive immune system is tasked with decoding the virus, absorbing necessary environmental information and adding data to its library of policies and procedures to follow.

You have to agree that viruses are part of our environment and it’s not feasible to become a Howard Hughes and hide from all of them. This where city kids with helicopter parents who are continuously wiping the environment clean, wind up getting sicker than their country bumpkin cousins who are out in the streams hunting for crawdads who fare better, get sick less often and are not allergic to everything.

It’s necessary and healthy to be part of your environment. If we try to shun the environment and divorce ourselves from the planet, if we succeed in creating a completely pure environment, we’d never build up the immunity needed to survive. We would be much more susceptible to illness and die faster. So if you do get a virus, anything from a common cold to a more serious virus, understand you are building immunity and will be stronger for it.

Those who do not fare well under the strain of a viral or bacterial illness have other prevailing conditions, chronic conditions that weaken the immune system to the point that they need medical help to try to survive the invasion. Therefore, we encourage each person to do their best to follow the following guidelines for prevention and immunity wellbeing.

Keeping the Immune System Functioning Properly

You can help keep your immune system up to date by filling in the gaps and using holistic health practices.

Breathe: Yes, learning to breathe properly has a lot to do with keeping you healthy. Most of us go through life without giving much thought to our breathing. After all, it’s something that we do automatically, without any effort on our part. But the fact is that how we breathe can have a big impact on our health. Proper breathing helps to oxygenate our blood and keep our organs functioning optimally.

It can also help to reduce stress and alleviate pain. And yet, many of us don’t know how to breathe properly. We take shallow breaths that don’t fully expand our lungs, and as a result, we don’t get all the benefits that deep breathing can provide.

So if you’re looking for a way to improve your health, learning to breathe properly may be the answer. It’s something that we can all do, and it doesn’t cost a thing. Who knew that something so simple could be so good for us? When you have time, look up:

1. AMAZING Benefits of Heart Coherence Revealed | Rollin McCraty HeartMath | TAKE A DEEP BREATH
2. Also worth your time: Breath by James Nestor (the book is available at your local library.) James Nestor Interview: This will blow your mind!
3. Max Strom: Breathe to Heal: This shows you how the breath aids in health and healing.

What’s important to note is that the main entrance way for bacteria, viruses and pathogens to enter our bodies is through the mouth. If you are a mouth breather, chances are you are more susceptible to illness. Nose breathers have that extra layer of protection the sinuses provide.

Killer cells are present in the sinuses that work to eradicate pathogens before they enter your lungs and your bloodstream. See why EpiCor is so effective in the paragraphs below.

It’s True. Omega-3s Help Your Immune System:

If you want to boost your immunity, you might want to consider taking omega-3 supplements. Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat that is found in abundance in fish and other seafood. In addition to being a healthy source of fat, omega-3s have also been shown to promote immune system function.

One study found that people who took omega-3 supplements had a significantly lower risk of developing respiratory infections.

Omega-3s work by reducing inflammation throughout the body, which can help to protect against a variety of diseases. If you’re looking for a way to naturally boost your immunity, adding omega-3s to your diet is a good place to start.

Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GUoUNlaaIaA

Vitamin D3: As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. This is especially true when it comes to our health. boosting our immunity is one of the best ways to prevent getting sick in the first place. And one simple way to do that is to make sure we’re getting enough vitamin D. Vitamin D3 is essential for a strong immune system.

It helps the body to produce infection-fighting white blood cells and also regulates the activity of existing immune cells. Low levels of vitamin D have been linked to a greater risk of respiratory infections, including colds and flu. So if you’re looking for a natural way to boost your immunity, make sure you’re getting plenty of vitamin D3.

Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zd_oGkGJr04

In fact, in the worldwide pandemic of Sars Covid 2, plenty of poor countries used Vitamin D in large quantities to stave off coronavirus and help those hospitalized to recover quicker.

If a government couldn’t afford vaccines, the use of Vitamin D3 proved invaluable. I personally relied on higher doses of Vitamin D3 and I am one of those who never tested positive for Coronavirus while many people around me did contract illness from the virus.

(Knock on wood!!!)  Remember, a virus is just information. If your immune system is highly adaptive, your immune system will learn quickly.  This article confirms this idea although the WHO and NIH will not endorse it since it’s too simple and Vitamin D is very inexpensive. Mayo Clinic Reference
More references:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34638897/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33537824/

https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2020.613462/full

EpiCor: If you’re looking for a way to boost your immune system, you might want to try an immunogen. Immunogens are substances that help the body produce immunity, and they come in a variety of forms.

One type of immunogen is a high metabolite, which is a substance that is quickly broken down by the body. Epicor is one example of a high metabolite immunogen. It’s made from a type of yeast that is rich in nutrients due to putting brewer’s yeast through an anaerobic state and adding nutrients.

It’s been shown to help the body produce antibodies. Immunogens can be taken in supplement form or added to food, and they’re available without a prescription. So if you’re looking for a way to boost your immune system, give EpiCor a try.

The most notable concept to me is that the natural killer cells (NK Cells) in your sinuses are increased by 60% within 2 hours of taking one capsule. I’ve been taking it since 2006. Here’s another solution that is very inexpensive and often overlooked. It’s been very useful to me!
Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJ5QA2NuJ8w

Mushrooms for Immunity:

Mushrooms have long been prized for their culinary and medicinal value. In addition to being a delicious ingredient in many dishes, mushrooms are also known for their immune-boosting properties. Studies have shown that mushrooms contain compounds that can help to fight infection and boost the body’s natural defenses.

For example, the compounds beta-glucan and lentinan have been shown to stimulate the immune system and help the body to better fight off illness. Mushrooms are also a good source of vitamin D, which is essential for maintaining a healthy immune system. So, if you’re looking for a way to boost your immunity, consider adding some mushrooms to your diet.

Reference: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7agK0nkiZpA

As any parent knows, keeping kids healthy can be a tough job. With all the germs they encounter at school and playgrounds, it’s no wonder that colds and flus are so common during childhood. However, there may be an unlikely ally in the fight against illness: mushrooms. That’s right, those same fungi that grow in damp dark places can actually help to boost immunity. Mushrooms contain a unique type of antioxidants called beta-glucans, which help to stimulate the immune system.

Expensive Pharmaceutical Fixes vs Simpler Common Sense Prevention and Remedies

A modern western concept or belief system states: “for something to be really good it must be expensive and it must come from a pharmaceutical company.” In some cases it may be true but those cases are rare. Simple, time tested remedies work well for most of us.

Remember this article addresses the issue of immunity from a wellness perspective not a medical perspective.

Maintaining wellness is a whole lot easier than reversing disease states. Ask any doctor and they will agree. I have the greatest respect for doctors who know their craft, but let’s face it, by the time you are at the hospital in need of an intervention, your body is breaking down. You are past the point of prevention. The doctor can help to relieve symptoms with the hopes that the body will find its way back to health given time.

Relieving pain is an important step as it helps to lower stress and allows the adaptive immune system time to wage its war against pathogens.

Food for thought:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1d3QLPdHysc