In this article today I would like to discuss several ways that just about anybody can dramatically boost their immune system.

We live in a very hectic fast-paced society where just about everybody seems to be running back and forth from their jobs to their family lives with hardly any free time to rest and relax. Because of this fast-paced nature, most of us get run down rather quickly and our immune systems suffer because of it. The more tired and rundown we are, the weaker our system becomes, and the easier we get sick and the easier it is to develop serious diseases and conditions.

Luckily there are many different things that we can all do to help boost our system and that’s what I’d like to talk about in this article today.

The first thing you should do, and maybe this is the most obvious though hardest to do, is eat the right foods. Eating a well-balanced diet goes a long way to creating and sustaining a healthy immune system but there are also specific foods you can focus on that have been shown to help as well.

These foods include dark berries such as grapes and blueberries. Cutting down on meat and increasing consumption of vegetables and fruits has also been shown to help boost the immune system because heavy protein such as meats take more energy to break down leaving less available energy for your system as a whole.

Another good idea to help boost your system is to take a daily mix of vitamins including antioxidant supplements to help block free radicals in your system. Vitamin C and E. are specially good for this as well as selenium and carotene and also b-100. Be sure to consult your doctor for the best mix for your specific circumstances.

Another good tip is to avoid indiscriminate use of different antibiotics. Yes antibiotics will help fight bacteria but they can also prevent the immune system from having an opportunity to deal with bacteria infections on its own. Plus when you use antibiotics too much it encourages bacteria to develop into stronger strains which is bad for your immune system in the end.

Finally, many people are surprised to learn that maintaining good oral health is important for your immune system because your mouth is a great place to harbor hidden infections. If you think about it for a minute you’ll realize why. You should brush your teeth and floss at least twice a day and you should also have a yearly checkup with your dentist so that they can root out any hidden infections and cavities.

So there you have several very simple tips that anybody can use to help boost their immune system. With our fast paced society, it’s more important now than ever before to take good care of our immune system because it is what takes good care of us.

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You wouldn’t believe how something as simple as making a doctor’s appointment can have life altering effects. Adults over the age of 35 years old are notorious for not wanting to go to the doctor. For most people, this fear is associated with pain such as going to the dentist and having to have a root canal done. However, for most adults, the fear of going to the doctor has more to do with the unknown- of not knowing what the doctor will say about their health. Even people who eat healthy foods and exercise regularly are not safe from a negative prognosis.

While the fear of going to see the doctor may be very real, it is something that we need to get over if we are to ever be sure that we are in good health. Besides this, even if you are diagnosed with something serious such as prostate cancer or breast cancer, chances are that if you have been going to see your doctor on a regular basis (such as for your annual or biannual physical), then you will have a greater likelihood of catching it early so that you can begin treatment on it to send the cancer into remission.

My grandmother always kept regular doctor appointments with her physician after my grandfather passed away. On one of her regularly scheduled visits, her doctor discovered that she had breast cancer. However, because they had caught it extremely early, the treatment/therapy that she had to removed the cancerous growth was nominal and did not last that long. Imagine what would have happened if she hadn’t been going to the doctor or if she had waited until she started to have symptoms!

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Walking along the aisles of any local supermarket, and you can see so row after row of sodas, juices, alcohol, teas, coffees and other creations of consumable liquid items, with the razzle and dazzle of fancy packaging and claims of health benefits. It’s no wonder people would rather spend money to buy these beverages rather than consume a much healthier and cheaper alternative.

In the holistic health field, there are so many new supplements, vitamins and super foods and herbs touting the latest trend or fad to heal or cure your ailments. But what about a cheap, virtually free source of ‘miracle cure’?

What I’m referring to is water – that refreshing, thirst quenching, simple, oh so good for you water. Often times taken for granted, perhaps due to lack of sexiness because it’s so simple and widely available, water is indeed, an essential, nutritious, consumable item.

Why water? Water helps to:

Regulate your body temperature – ever wonder how it stays pretty consistent at 98.6 degrees Farenheit, despite varying degrees of heat and the cold?

Transport oxygen and nutrients to your cells, to aid in absorption and assimilation of all the healthy foods you’re eating.

Assist in the process of digestion, metabolism and elimination. Your body is dependent on water to flush out waste and toxins.

Regulate your body’s natural fluid levels, which aids indigestion, diabetes, headaches, hypertension, back pain, arthritis, ulcers, asthma, morning sickness, and fatigue.

Prevent yourself from overeating – sometimes when you feel really hungry, your body is actually dehydrated and mixes the signals, making you think that you need food when actually all you need is water.

Your body is about 60% water, and your brain alone is about 70% water, so it’s important to keep yourself hydrated! Doing so allows your body to maintain equilibrium and perform all its functions effectively and optimally. Chronic dehydration leads to health consequences, including constipation, fatigue, digestive disorderes, high and low blood pressure, respiratory problems, urinary infections, and skin rashes. And while water should not be seen as a cure-all for anything and everything, water does help your body to maintain regulation, which helps it to do its job effectively, and essentially heal itself.

Bottled water vs. tap vs…? A controversial topic regarding water is what kind of water is best – filtered, tap, bottled (what kind of bottle – plastic, aluminum, etc.) At the end of the day, I’d have to say that if you’re too busy worrying about what kind of water is best and not getting any kind of water, it’s better to just drink the water, regardless of whether it comes from a bottle or filtered source.

In general, however, I’d say that it’s best to avoid drinking from plastic containers if you can, as there is growing evidence pointing to the potential hazards of plastic. If you don’t have the option, make sure not to drink hot liquid in plastic bottles, as that can increase the chance of chemicals from the plastic leaching into your water.

So how much water should you drink? The answer is that it really depends on each person. 6-8 glasses is the daily recommended amount, but that varies according to a number of different factors, including activity level, age, time of year, what foods you’re eating, etc. If you’re drinking sodas, coffee, alcohol, tea instead of water, it’s all the more reason to drink more water. Even though sodas, teas and juices are beverages, they may actually cause dehydration in your body and result in your body needing more water.

A good ‘test’ to see whether you’re getting adequate water is to check the color of your urine. If it’s dark, it’s a good indicator that you should drink more water. If it’s a pale or clear color, that means you’re getting sufficient water, and it may be okay for you to drink a little less water. However, you should also note that certain vitamin supplements, such as vitamin B-12 and multivitamins, can make your urine darker in color.

So before you reach for candies, coffee or other caffeinated beverages, pain killers for your headache, or some kind of expensive ‘miracle cure,’ try drinking a glass of water, breathe, pause, and notice what happens. I’d love to hear what you discover!

Frances Cheung is a certified Holistic Nutrition & Wellness Coach, and works with high-powered business professionals & entrepreneurs in learning how to naturally boost their immune systems, restore their vitality, resolve digestive concerns & achieve their ideal weight. To learn more about Frances and her coaching programs and upcoming events, please visit http://www.francescheung.com

The vast majority of people know and/or believe that they’ve got only one shot at living their life to the fullest. They believe that their body is a temple and as a part of this belief, they maintain a regular exercise schedule and a healthy diet to match. However, sometimes even the most fit person can receive a crushing blow when they go to their doctor and find out that they have been diagnosed with a rare type of cancer.

Over the past few years, there has been an increase in the number of people who have been diagnosed with skin cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer. While there is some speculation as to what causes cancer to occur in people, it is still a largely unknown phenomena. The very fact that we still haven’t pinpointed exactly what causes cancer or who is more susceptible to getting it is a fact that concerns many Americans. For example, it seems logical that someone who smokes cigarettes and/or pipes and cigars on a regular or semi-regular basis is more apt to develop lung cancer or even emphysema versus the individual who has never picked up a cigarette before. However, why is it then that the person who has never smoked a cigarette is the one who develops cancer? These are questions that are still, for the most part, a mystery.

Whatever the causes of cancer might be or might not be, one thing is for certain: going in for regular checkups with your doctor will more than likely give you an added advantage over those who don’t with regards to catching a diagnosis early enough so that something can be done to prevent it from spreading further. In many cases, when someone finds out that they have cancer and it is in the early stages, it is usually curable.

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One of the things that so many of us take for granted is how germs are transmitted. A few weeks ago, my boyfriend and I were visiting with one of our friends. He and his wife were throwing a family gathering in which there were plenty of children and adults running around. I couldn’t help but notice that some of the children were putting their hands in their mouths and then touching the ground and touching other things such as doorknobs, etc. While you don’t want to necessarily stop a child from being curious and exploring things, you also have to be wary about where other people’s hands have been as well as yours because many other adults later touched these doorknobs and then went over to get some food from the table- food that was being shared by others. Thus, the transmission of germs begins.

Washing your hands is important for several reasons. For starters, think back to how many things your hands touched throughout the course of the day. No doubt, you had to open a door or hold a door for someone. Perhaps, you used the elevator and had to push a button to go to a certain floor. Maybe your day started when you had to clean out the cat’s litter box and then grab a bite to eat. There are numerous instances in which our hands come into contact with things that are less than desirable and are made even more so once we think about how many other people’s germ-infested hands might have graced the same surface.

Whenever my boyfriend and I go to a restaurant or go out to eat somewhere, we always take turns going to the bathroom to wash our hands prior to eating our food. The only exceptions that we will make sometimes is if we are on the road and have hand sanitizer or if we are consuming food that does not require us to use our fingers. Some might view this as being slightly germaphobic. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Throughout the course of the day, I have witnessed countless people eating or doing something with their hands that could be viewed as unsanitary. For instance, at our friend’s house, someone’s child had his finger in his nose and then picked a scab on his leg until it bled. They then ran over to play a game with some other children that involved placing his hands on an object that they were all sharing.

Germs are transmitted most easily through your hands. This is why you will find all of those reminders in public bathrooms about washing your hands, etc. It’s amazing how a little soap and hot water for thirty seconds can really go a long way. Unfortunately, I have observed women in public bathrooms who come out of a bathroom stall and walk right out the door without washing their hands. I also know that there are probably men who do the same. Make sure you wash your hands before you eat anything and before you touch your face. You’ll be happier in the long run that you did.

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