Appropriate Immune Response

A healthy immune response is influenced, either positively or negatively, by many factors such as stress, sleep hygiene, diet and lifestyle, environmental toxic exposures, nutrient status, and genetic predispositions. Although 80 – 90 % of illness is determined by our environment as well as diet and lifestyle factors, genes do play a role. 

Genetic ‘weaknesses’ in immune or inflammatory responses can alter the outcome of a pathogenic exposure, as well as determine increased probability of developing an autoimmune disorder. GX Sciences offers an excellent Nutrigenomic Panel that tests for these genetic predispositions. 

When the genes are better understood, appropriate lifestyle, nutritional, dietary changes can be implemented. The Immune / Autoimmune / Inflammatory Panel can show how an individual utilizes glutathione, responds to mold, pesticides and other environmental and dietary exposures such as gluten. Autophagy, the body’s innate ability to cleanse its own cells, is also analyzed according to the DNA. 

The results can show increased risks of developing an autoimmune disorder as well. Based on the results of the Nutrigenomic Test, dietary, nutritional, herbal and lifestyle recommendations can be made to counteract any ‘weaknesses’ in the DNA.

Herbal and Nutritional Therapies – Therapies for a Healthy Immune System By Dr. Kathy Veon

Several nutrients and herbal formulas can help to strengthen or optimize immune response to pathogenic exposures.

Turkey Tail mushroom supports the immune system and microbiome, helps to increase white blood cells and clears heat and toxins.

Shitake mushroom also supports immune function by tonifying Qi and provides antioxidants for cellular protection.

Maitake mushroom provide immune and antioxidant support, tonifies Qi, clears heat and dampness and supports healthy blood sugar.

Oyster mushroom supports immune and cardiovascular health, as well as promotes circulation and respiratory health.

Iodine Nasal Spray also known as ‘Liquid Mask’ is an essential nutrient to have on hand this season for both prevention of illness and also to shorten the duration of illness.

Hyssinol contains the herb Hyssop, and is an effective antiviral, antibacterial and immune regulating herb.

NucleoImmune supports healthy immune response to pathogenic exposures and can aid in avoiding illness or shorten the duration of illness.

HU58, a strain of probiotic, helps the body create over 12 of its own antibiotics, as well as improve response to foods and reduce intestinal inflammation.

Zinc, Vitamin C and Vitamin D+K2 are all helpful to support healthy immune responses to environmental stressors, pathogens and toxic exposures.

Elderberry Syrup is a good daily tonic for healthy immune response.

Paratosin is a parasite cleansing formula. Clove is the main ingredient with powerful anti-parasitic properties, along with Hyssop and Garlic to address bacterial, viral or fungal co-infections. This formula is powerfully cleaning for the entire digestive tract, as well as the liver, gallbladder, spleen and pancreas. This formula should be taken with BiliVen, RenaVen and Adaptogen R-3 for optimal gallbladder and kidney detoxification support.

Isatis Gold is a Chinse Herbal Formula used to treat bacterial and viral infections that cause inflammation and fever, such as colds, flu, bronchitis and upper respiratory illnesses.

Environmental Factors

Stress management, deep and restful sleep, time in nature, daily exercise or activity, as well as healthy coping mechanisms to deal with stressful situations are all necessary to maintain overall health and optimal immune response. Developing a daily meditation, prayer and gratitude practice keeps the mind, emotions and spirit healthy. 

Mindful movement and breath work such as Qi Gong, Tai Chi and Yoga are nourishing practices for the body, mind and soul. Our environment has become increasingly toxic with overexposures to technology, fast paced lifestyles and the unhealthy practice of ‘disconnecting’ from feelings, thoughts, behaviors and everything that is essentially ‘human’. Reconnect by spending time in nature, with animals, or participating in community or volunteer work and keep your soul nourished and happy.

Many more healing resources are available on the Patient Resources page. Consuming nutrient dense foods, healthy lifestyle habits including daily exercise, sunlight, restful and restorative sleep, healthy thought patterns, relationships and environments are necessary to achieve true healing.   

For more information about how Clinical Nutrition, QRA, EVOX Therapy, Integrative, Functional and Holistic Medicine can help you attain excellent health, please call the office: 407-328-6711

or email: Kathy@DrKathyVeon.com