What foods will help immune system?

Question

I was wondering if anybody knew any foods that were good for the immune system? Also, I usually take panadol three times a month for period pain. Is that bad?? I heard grapes were good but I am not sure..

Answer 1

As with any new diet or herbs, check with your doctor first before  taking to make sure that it does not adversely affect your medication that you are on.  Also, with any type of, cleansing, berries on down, moderate it don't over board it.  Keep in mind that your kidneys and liver are the cleaners for the body, but if you over work them from drinking too much water, taking meds that might affect them to also being on a cleansing diet every day, you might be asking for your major organs to shut down prematurely.  So moderation is the key.  So, do not try to, "double down," on anything hoping for an instant change in your body.

Someone mentioned Oats as being wonderful for the body.. true, but it also slows down your metabolism.  It is considered a No food for fitness minded folks, along with grapes, bananas etc.  But apples (great source of fiber) with peanut butter (protein) is awesome and keeps your metabolism going...  So, depending on the desired out come that you want, welcome to the world of reading. ;)  There is no one diet, fruit or foods that will fit everyone, so you have to find a diet for your blood type, list of medications your on, health conditions to your desired outcome.

As for the cramping pain.. The reason why your area is cramping is to get the clots (that can develop due to dehydration and or stress) build up and your system is trying to push these small things through an even smaller cervix opening.  Yes, it is a muscle.  Also, there is a circular massage that you can do on yourself to help with this.. Goto the top of your greater trocanter (top ball part of the femur) [go from the backside of the leg) and go medial (in) then the fleshy part that you feel.. go easy.  Nurses use to do that on delivering ladies and it would relax the cervix.  Or you can sit on a tennis ball and let that do the work.  Try it before your flow begins or even during.. Also a good ab massage also helps with this, call around your local Massage Therapists to see if they do this.  Not all do, because it comes down to comfort level for both you and the practitioner.  You can also sit on a heating pad, yeah sit on it! heh.  That will also help relax that area and even your lower back.  I hope all of this helps.  Cheers. ;)

Answer 2

foods and drink that are good---  cranberry juice,, palmagranit juice,,  blue berry juice.  also  strawberrys,  watermelon, banannas,  cherry's,  and omega 3 fish oil pills. omega 3 is also good for pain.  i eat and drink these items i have listed and have not gotten a cold or flu in 5 years. also no fast food or nuked food!!! these are killers.

Answer 3

Mostly all of berries, plenty of mushroom, fungal type shrooms and herbs.

Answer 4

Any fruit with dark colour is good for the immune system, for example acai berry, black berry, grape. Try to drink fresh fruit juice everyday and do exercise. And please try not to consume any drugs if you can, it will make your lever work hard. Better lever, better immune system.

Answer 5

If you have Premenstrual Syndrome try additionally to your medication to have a confident attitude - try positive affirmations like "My body is strong and healthy" or "I handle stress easily and competently". Destress your environment: surround yourself with soothing colors and soft music. Breath slowly and deeply. Shallow breathing decreases your energy level and leaves you feeling tense. Take a hot bath with 1 cup of salt and 1 cup of baking soda to relax your muscles. A herbal remedy could be chasteberry and rosemary. On days like these go to bed earlier and set reasonable goals to avoid to feel ovewrwhelmed. If you try all of my suggestions I'm qhite positive you can reduce your medication.

Your immune system gets strengthened by Vitamine C and zinc, but don't take them at the same time, since they bind together, making zinc less effective

Answer 6

I applaud you for wanting to know natural ways to boost your immune system. A healthy immune system protects you not only from illnesses like colds and flu, but even more serious diseases.

If you have period pain, adding these superfoods to your diet will certainly help. Oats, for instance, have a calming effect on our bodies and contain calcium, which you need when you are on your period. Also, to help with period pain without medications, get plenty of exercise, take lots of Vitamin B, plus magnesium and calcium. This should help a great deal.

If you must take a medication during your period, get some dandelion capsules or tea. This will help to cleanse your liver after using meds.

Here is a list of superfoods that will not only boost your immune system but safeguard your overall health as well.

1. Blueberries - number one on every superfood list. Other berries also offer a powerful nutritional punch, plus they are low in calories.

2.  Garlic- helps the liver eliminate toxins which cause cancer, acts as an anti-viral food and boosts immunity

3.  yogurt and kefir- contains probiotics which boost immune system.

4.  Beans - reduces cholesterol, high fiber, contains antioxidants, folic acid and potassium

5.  Avocado - source of "good" fats, potassium and folate which helps guard against heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure.

6. nuts - source of fiber, vitamins and heart healthy fats

7.  salmon-full of omega 3 heart healthy oils that help lower "bad" cholesterol and raises "good" cholesterol

8.  oats - helps lower cholesterol, contains fiber, B vitamins for a calm attitude

9.  broccoli - contains cancer-fighting phytochemicals, Vitamin K for bone health, Vitamin A and C for healthy immune system

10.  tea-green or black- replace colas and sugary fruit juice with the antioxidants and other health benefits of tea.

11. olive oil - use this heart healthy oil to cook with or in salad dressings. Use cold pressed or extra virgin

12. cinnamon - a quarter teaspoon per day lowers bad cholesterol and helps stabilize blood sugar levels

14. flax seed-contains the same heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acids found in fish, plus antioxidents, add ground flax seed meal to recipes or take as a supplement

15. spirulina-the only whole food with Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), plant food contianing vegetable protein, B-complex, beta carotene, good for health and cleansing

16. Dandelion - a nutritional powerhouse. Cleanses the liver, blood and kidneys

Remember too, that to boost immunity, overall health habits play an essential role. Get plenty of sleep (7-8 hours per night), drink lots of water to keep wastes and toxins flushed from your body, get lots of exercise and avoid stress by practicing yoga or meditation.

Joanj

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