To build up one’s immune system:

(to facilitate a protective system that responds as it should, when it should.)

How does it work – what is it’s job.

1. to stop disease agents from causing illness
2. to mobilize a defense response during times of attack
3. to repair damaged tissues.

REMEMBER:
You were born with the blue print for fixing yourself. (genetic code)
What you have to provide are the building blocks and the environment.

These principles will give a good foundation for proper immune system function.
 Keep the general internal environment as un-inflamed as possible
Take a good vitamin and food supplement – at optimal doses for addressing degenerative
diseases and lowering overall inflammation – this is a long term thing.
(see Comparative Guide to Supplements [Lyle McWilliam] for effective choices)
Consider fish oil supplements that are certified mercury free
Eat citrus fruit daily (½ fresh lemon in ½ cup of warm water ½ hour before breakfast)
Sleep well for 8 hours a night (4 before 12am) use melatonin if you must, and record the
TV shows for later
Keep stress at healthy level – maintain a sense of control so ask for help if you need it.
Pray/meditate daily include deep breathing alternate chest and belly
 Keep the general internal environment as clean as possible
Get 35g of fiber daily. (use psyllium husk if needed 10ml in 12-16 ounces of apple juice)
Drink before you are thirsty - 8 cups water a day at least (coffee doesn’t count)
If possible jump on a trampoline for 2 minutes daily to increase lymphatic circulation.
Brush and floss your teeth at least twice a day
Wash your hands after all contacts, toileting, touching ANY public things.
 Keep the general internal environment protected as possible
Eat low glycemic foods – as much as possible. (avoid sugar)
Add Acidophilus and Bifidus to your diet – in yoghurt or pill form
Only pick/wash your nostrils in the shower – no where else EVER!!!!!
Decrease the number foods that are high in omega 6 fatty acids. (3 is good)
Avoid toxins – chlorine/ PCPs/caffeine/parabins/mineral oil/trans fats etc
If you can - go to a chiropractor once a month for a full adjustment
 Keep enough building blocks on hand for repair anytime it is needed
Sleep well for 8 hours a night (3-4 before 12am) use melatonin if you must and record the
TV shows for later (again)
Take a good vitamin and food supplement – at optimal doses for addressing repair needs
and all micro-elements for cell processing. (again)
Eat a correctly balanced diet of proteins, carbohydrates, fats and fiber (low glycemic)
 Keep all your cells exercised and used
Rock/ swing regularly
Exercise 3x a week - 20-30 minute walk – more if possible
If you can - improve your heart tolerance with aerobic exercise.
Get at least 2 big bear hugs daily that last about 20- 30 seconds each and cuddle.
Plan (and have) a weekly family interaction time – where talking, joking and fun are the
order of the day.