How to Build a Strong Immune System (Part 1)

 

How to Build a Strong Immune System (Part 1)


 

“I’m scared!” About what? There’s so many illnesses and diseases out there. That’s true, but remember YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM is there to PROTECT YOU.

When you think of any bad bugs out there, for you to get sick, it must first get into your body. It’s harder to penetrate if your defenses are strong. Think about your immune system as the military or Krav.

The first line of defense is like foot soldiers that can attack immediately (and kill these invaders). The 2nd line of defense is like our elite special forces the Seals that strategize. They are called in after being presented with the information (about the bad bug) and this line of defense includes antibodies (Ab) that our bodies can naturally make, when exposed to a foreign organism (a bad bug).

Now this blog is NOT about denying your fear of getting sick. We all get scared, and we can all get sick, but it’s about learning how to protect yourself to GET WELL and/or STAY WELL. 

It is much easier to PREVENT DISEASE than WAIT for it.

Nothing is guaranteed, but let’s learn helpful ways to build up your immune system, so it gets stronger, like building muscle.  

“Good health is everyone’s right”

What CAN YOU DO to PROTECT YOURSELF? (Ask these empowering questions, “Will this nourish me? Will this feed my mind and body in a healthy way? Here’s some examples:

1.Get enough rest (set your devices so they automatically go to nighttime mode & turn off). The night is when your brain stores new information and gets rid of toxic waste. Nerve cells communicate and reorganize, which supports healthy brain function. The body repairs cells, restores energy, and releases molecules like hormones and proteins.

 

2.Feed your body food from the earth (i.e. get healthy meals delivered if busy)

3.Stay Active and Playful (Do something you enjoy like riding a bike or playing pickleball or golf or jumping on a trampoline or rebounder). Have FUN & include strength training (i.e. pulling a resistance band or lifting weights). I personally love group classes for this or hire a trainer).

Stay Tune for Part 2 – my special list of immune boosters

With warmest wishes, Dr. Tanya Gold


 Dr. Gold is the proud owner of Dr. Gold’s Optimal Living Institute since 2016. She is a board-certified family medicine and holistic medical doctor and teaches yoga and laughter yoga. Dr. Gold has been in practice for over 20 years.  

Our mission is to teach people how to become healthier, happier, and stronger.

1.      Woman owned

2.      Providing compassionate care

3.      Patient focus – Dr Gold spends time with her patients, listening to their concerns and working to treat the ROOT CAUSE of their problem(s)

4.      Percentage of proceeds goes to charity (Charities donated to so far include: Feeding America, UNICEF, The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, The Crisis Center of Tampa Bay, the Humane Society, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Malala Fund (working for a world where all girls can learn)

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