How to Improve Immunity

The immune system contains white blood cells and other defensive cells that prevent and combat disease and infection. This protection is called immunity. You are constantly exposed to factors that decrease the effectiveness of your immunity every day, factors such as stress and airborne microorganisms. You can maintain a healthy immune system by consuming certain herbal supplements.

Instructions

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  Take echinacea tablets. This herb contains phenol echinacoside, which acts by increasing your immune cells. Take one echinacea tablet a week to maintain good immunity. If you are catching a cold or flu, take two tablets until your symptoms go away. Do not take more than what the dosage instructions recommend.

• 2

  Eat plenty of garlic. This plant is composed of the compound allicin which effectively stimulates your immune system. It is also a natural antibiotic. Garlic is best taken without food. Grind three or four cloves of garlic in a blender making sure you don't puree it. Slowly blend it until you see small clumps. Add it to a glass of water and drink straight up. Do this three times a week to help maximize your immune system.

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  Take two spirulina capsules. Spiriluna is a dark green algae. It is often called an immunity food because it contains the rare compound phycocyanin, which acts by enhancing cellular immunity. You can take two capsules twice a day one hour before meals.

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  Take one astragalus tablet each day. Astragalus is a commonly used Chinese herb that contains polysaccharides, which protects against illness by increasing white blood cells. White blood cells help fight against infections.

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  Eat amla fruit every day. Amla is a sweet and sour medicinal gooseberry that is commonly found in India. It contains the substance phyllemblin, which increases your immune cells. This fruit is safe to eat, and you can buy it at an Indian supermarket or at Amazon.com.