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The Importance of Immune Health

Most of the illnesses listed on this website are related to immune health. Our most recent experiences with viruses has created a "wake up" call for not taking immune health for granted. Prevention will always be the best course of action, but we've divided the site in to three categories:


  • Autoimmune Diseases - Autoimmune diseases arise when the immune system acts abnormally and attacks the body rather than protect it.


  • Natural Treatments - These are natural treatments options you learn more about to help you overcome your health challenges.
Natural Health Solutions for Severe and Chronic Illness. Learn The Importance of Immune Health.

How Does the Immune System Work?

Gut Health + Digestive Health = Immune Health

The immune system relies on different components working together. For example, white blood cells (leukocytes) circulate through the bloodstream and bodily fluids to identify and eradicate danger.


B lymphocytes are white blood cells that destroy dangerous germs entering the body. They also produce antibodies to protect the system automatically from illnesses they have previously encountered. When this happens, the individual develops a natural immunity from that illness.

T lymphocytes fight against changes happening in the body. The T-cells will mobilize into action, for example, when cancer cells begin to form. Other parts of the immune system include:


  • The lymphatic system controls body fluid levels and carries white blood cells to the tissue. It also defends against cancer cells and reacts to bacteria.


  • The spleen filters the blood and removes damaged red blood cells and microbes.


  • Bone marrow is the material in the center of bones. It makes red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood platelets.


  • The thymus produces T lymphocytes and filters and monitors the blood.

When the Immune System Doesn't Work Properly

Exactly why the immune system fails is unknown. The problem can exist from birth or begin at any stage of life. Experts know that certain things can act as triggers for miscommunications through the central nervous system. This miscommunication is why people often contract cold viruses or other ailments after periods of sleep deprivation or times of excessive stress. The body was already vulnerable from the lack of rest, which triggered the system and blocked communication.


Lengthy disruptions in communication make it difficult for the immune system to protect against more serious threats and may slow all healing or interfere with other systems in the body. In addition, some immune system failures arise due to genetics and others from illnesses that specifically attack the immune system. Certain medications can also reduce the effectiveness of immunity within the body.

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Immuplex® contains Protomorphogen™ and Cytosol™ extracts and blends essential micronutrients and minerals to support the immune system.


  • Supports a healthy immune system response function
  • Helps maintain normal white blood cell activity already within a normal range
  • Supports the body’s normal inflammatory response function*
  • Provides ingredients with antioxidant activity
  • Excellent source of iron, zinc, copper, chromium, folate and vitamins A, B6, and B12 and antioxidant vitamins C and E
  • Good source of selenium
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Some medications suppress immunity as a side effect. Doctors use these medications because they believe the benefit of treating the ailment outweighs the risk of less immunity. Many medications, especially those designed to address autoimmune disorders, must suppress the immune system for the health of the patient. The suppression, unfortunately, can leave the individual vulnerable to other illnesses. Autoimmune diseases present a complicated situation for doctors and patients.


When someone has an autoimmune disease, the immune system becomes overzealous. For reasons not fully understood, the system meant to protect the body will begin to attack or cause damage to the person instead. For example, the struggle to breathe during an asthma attack is because of an overreaction from the immune system. The body discovers a trigger, like pollen, and panics by closing the respiratory passages to prevent the invader from entering.


Unfortunately, the dangerous action also prevents oxygen from entering. Asthma medications suppress the immune system, so the problem stops or lessens in severity. The suppression of the immune system ends the immediate concern but makes asthma patients more at risk from other ailments.


Protecting and strengthening the immune system helps people avoid illness or recover faster from infections. Not everyone benefits in the same way from treatments meant to make the immune system strong and healthy. Research and experimentation are often the only way to find the correct solution for everyone.

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