Gaining and Maintaining Immune Resilience: You are stronger than you know
An Evidence-based Blog about Health, Compassion & our Environment
By Dr. Fern Moreno
5 Key Practices to Support IMMUNE Function
Topics covered:
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Staying socially “connected”
Nutrition for immune function
Eating whole foods specific for immune support
Nutrients to support immune system
Moderate physical activity
Quality sleep
Reducing environmental exposures
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Every great challenge has a lesson to teach, and every great lesson encourages self-growth. Without discounting how difficult this global pandemic is for everyone, for many reason at varying degrees; this may be a great opportunity to address the health of Americans and our global community. Though there are situations, which appear out of our control, our own health (and the health of our children) is our own noble responsibility and privilege. What choices we can control, we should.
Now is an excellent time to nourish, heal and strengthen our physical bodies, minds and spirits, in order to come out of the other side even stronger. In general, illness and pain signals us to pay attention and address something deeper. While the healing/strengthening process can be quite the ride, recovering your greatest potential will be an invaluable outcome for you and everyone you influence.
Fear can narrow our focus toward our “flaws” / “weaknesses” and distract from the fact that our bodies are incredibly resilient; they are designed to self-regulate and find balance without us even being aware of what’s going on. We’ve only scratched the surface in understanding how amazing we really are. Minimizing assaults and providing a basic foundation of health can make a significant difference in building and maintaining a resilient immune system. When you are resilient, you are better able to make decisions for your own body from a place of knowledge and love.
I wanted to focus in on WHAT 5 Key Practices you may consider, HOW to practice them and the reasons WHY they are important. There’s a lot of information included; I believe everyone should have access to basic health information to improve his or her lives. You can always tab this for future reference since your immune health will always be important. Don’t feel pressured to suddenly change your entire life; any small changes added/subtracted, makes a great difference in the long run.
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5 Evidence-based Practices to Consider to Develop a Resilient Immune System:
1. Continue to STAY SOCIALLY CONNECTED
Connections with friends and loved ones are critical and can endure even through times of social distancing (and any type of social turmoil that gets thrown our way). Given the circumstances, we must do our best to stay “connected” in safe ways that are currently available to us (luckily there are many!). As the social and political climate continues to shift, we must remember there are more similarities among us than differences between us; our unity creates an unshakable foundation—a type of social resilience.
“Distance is just a test of how far love can travel”- unknown.
About 95% of infections start at the soft mucosal lining that coats our mouths, eyes, respiratory and digestive tract. The first-line-of-defense here is the release of several proteins that protect against infections; one class is called IgA (Immunoglobulin A). Major life stressors, perceived loneliness and depression are shown to decrease IgA, increasing the risk of infection.15
Those who feel more socially connected experience less pain, depression, fatigue and viral antibodies (CMV), suggesting less chance of viral replication. 28
Social isolation (sound familiar?) puts people at a much greaterrisk of death from already established risk factors, like smoking tobacco, high blood pressure, high blood lipids, and obesity. In this case, the quantity AND quality of social relationships matter. 26
Social isolation causes an up-regulated (increased) inflammatory response and a reduced ability for the immune systemto specifically fight viralinfections (through type 1 interferon response). 9
Learn more about how Oxytocin supports the immune system!
2a. EAT WHOLE FOODS
At least5 servings per day. Never take for granted the incredible healing properties in whole foods. Have fun with different recipes and forms of cooking with these nutritious and delicious foods! Some whole foods specifically support immune function! Here are some (there are more!) immune supportive foods to consider adding to your meals:
Hot tea: green tea, 35 black tea, 7 dandelion tea, 31 chamomile tea 25 (all lower inflammatory cytokine response)
Foods to avoid: processed/packaged foods, high sugar food (avoid high fructose corn syrup), high amounts of low-quality fat (foods fried in canola oil, soybean oil, safflower, palm, etc), excessive alcohol 38
High blood sugar levels and/or blood sugar levels that fluctuate throughout the day, seen in diabetics and pre-diabetics, can cause immune dysfunction. 23Adding fiber to meals can help prevent blood sugar spikes and drops!
High fat meals (specifically, trans fats, saturated fats, and monounsaturated fat) cause airway inflammation and worsen asthma recovery56
2b. CONSIDER NUTRIENTS to support your immune system:
Vitamin D3/K2 – maintenance dose of2000 – 4000 IU/dl per day or 10,000 IU per day if mildly ill (short-term, a few days). Very high doses can cause toxicity. Doses will vary based on labs results.
Vitamin D lowers viral replication; lowers pro-inflammatory cytokines that lead to pneumonia; increases anti-inflammatory cytokines19; improves complete resolution of pneumonia51; reduces alveolar capillary damage in lungs 11; UVB exposure (from sunlight) predicted better outcomes in past pandemic. 18
Buffered Vitamin C – 1000 – 2000 mg, one to two times per day, in 2-hour intervals. Oral vitamin C at very high doses can cause diarrhea, and should be dosed based on individual’s bowel tolerance. Doses will vary.
For severely ill patients with pneumonia, vitamin C can reduce fluid accumulation in the lungs60; vitamin C shortens ICU stay by 97.8% 22; decreased death from sepsis 29 ;Vitamin C provides protection against viral infection; reduces symptoms, and improve immune function. 8
Vitamin A –10,000 IU/90 mcg per day for 7-10 days. High vitamin A can cause birth defects- please consult doctor if pregnant or breast-feeding. Doses will vary-seek medical guidance.
Vitamin A helps build the lining of skin/mucosal tissue (our first line of defense against environmental exposures), mentioned in step 1; this is an important part of the immune system in your digestive tract. 6 , 33
Zinc picolinate – 15-30 mg per day, taken with protein
Zinc supports the immune system to combat viral infections and inhibits viral replication.40Lozenges work great to inhibit viral replication in the mouth.
Sustained-release Melatonin-Start low if never taken before- 0.5 – 5mg before bed. Doses will vary.
NAC is an antioxidant shown to improve lung function of those with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD); inhibits influenza A, B & RSV viral replication; decreases inflammation in lungs (decrease cytokine release); decrease mucus secretion in lungs; 34improves pneumonia outcomes 58
Quercetin can decrease production of pro-inflammatory cytokines; prevents NF-kappa B (an inflammatory cytokine elevated in cancer); prevent mucus production in the lungs; relieves asthma 25
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3. Daily MODERATE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
At least 30 minutes per day, 5 days per week. Examples of moderate exercise: walking 2 miles in 30 minutes, running 1.5 miles in 15 minutes, jumping rope for 15 minutes, walking stairs for 15 minutes, 30-60 minutes of yoga.
Moderate exercise, 30-60< minutes per day, and lower intensity exercise enhances immune function: increases macrophages (immune cells), phagocytosis (cells eating microorganisms), and increases NK-cells release (immune cells that directly fight viruses and cancer). 13, 43
Moderate exercise can prevent immune system over-activation seen in advanced viral infections. 46
Moderate exercise not only prevents inflammation but protects your mitochondria (the organelles that make energy in your cells) during inflammation. 46
4. Get QUALITY SLEEP
Getting 7-9 hours of uninterrupted sleep per night supports immunity by lowering inflammation in the brain and body. 27
A single exposure to bright light/blue light at night will decrease melatonin production and increase blood glucose and insulin levels. 1
Exposure to bright light during the day increases melatonin production at night–this helps improve sleep quality. 16
Avoid bright light and blue-light exposure (from screens and fluorescent lights) at least 2-3 hour before bed. Dim orange/red lighting in your home in the evening can help.
Consider blue-light blocking glasses to view screens after sunset. Not all blue-blocking glasses are created equal; few block the full spectrum of blue-light for night time use and many are made of low quality material, have a glare, or are unattractive.
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Sleep in a pitch-black room (consider using black-out curtains and turning off all electronics in bedroom).
Create a ‘sleep routine’ to follow every night to condition your body and mind to prepare for deep sleep. (ex. taking a bath, listening to relaxing music, focused breathing, Gratitude practice, prayer, reading with dim/orange light).
5. MINIMIZE HARMFUL ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES
Minimized exposure to electromagnetic fields (EMFs)from cell phones, computers, router, TV, Wi-Fi, etc.
EMFs increase oxidative stress & lower your body’s antioxidant defenses, 30increase inflammation, cause DNA damage14 and increase NF-KappaB (elevated in cancer) 44
Stay at least 2 feet away from devices when in use, if possible farther.
Turn off or unplug devices & keep phone on airplane mode while you sleep.
Never carry devices directly on your body or on your lap unless on airplane mode or with tested anti-EMF protective barrier.
Outdoor air pollution (nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds and ozone from road transportation) can significantly worsen cardiovascular death rate, airway oxidative stress, asthma, risk of viral infection in the respiratory tract, and death from specifically SARS-CoV-2. 21, 55, 10
This should make us mindful of our lifestyle and where efforts toward regulations to protect human health post-quarantine could be focused.
Inhalation of glyphosate (an ingredient found in herbicides) increases risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) 2-fold, causes airway inflammation, and increases asthma-related cytokines. 2, 32
Are herbicides being sprayed near your home?See map.
Indoor air pollution is such an involved topic: Stay tuned for next blog posts on environmental exposures!
Consuming 1/3 of your calories from fast food (drive-through, takeout, delivery) in a single day leads to 20-40% higher phthalates in your body only 24 hours later. 61
Cooking or preparing meals at home can prevent this exposure and have many added benefits.
The FDA and USDA do not test food for glyphosate or other herbicide ingredients! They are linked with kidney disease, liver damage, birth defects, autism, hormone disruption, microbiome disruption, and cancer.49, 47, 3, 48
Wash non-organic produce with water and baking soda for at least 5 minutes 57
Give your body and mind the best opportunity to thrive. No medicine can replace the foundations to health that you can choose to build on everyday!
Disclaimer: The information presented is not meant to diagnose, treat or provide medical advice. Dosing and recommendations may vary depending on the individual. Please consult your doctor or speak with a naturopathic or integrative doctor during an official consultation to receive medical advice.
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