Lymphatic (immune) Flashcards
What vitamins are vital to lymphatic/immune health? 6
A B C D E and K
What minerals are vital to lymphatic/immune health? 4
CoQ10
Iodine
Selenium
Zinc
What fats are vital to lymphatic/immune health? 1
Essential fatty acids
What amino acid is vital to lymphatic/immune health, why and what foods can it be found in? 3
L-Arginine
Strengthens immune system
Protein-rich foods
Why is Vitamin A vital to lymphatic/immune health and when should it not be prescribed? 5
Stimulates lymphocytes Strengthens epithelial cells Shortens duration of illness Slows aging - internally and externally Protects against environment toxins LIVER DISEASE
Why are the B vitamins vital to lymphatic/immune health? 6
Antioxidant properties Antibody protection Healthy active immune system Bone marrow health Stimulation of gut flora Promotes healing
Why is Vitamin C vital to lymphatic/immune health and when should it not be prescribed? 7
Detoxifier of toxins Promotes wound healing WBC stimulation Wards off fungi, viruses and bacteria Antibody protection Tx cold ANTICOAGULANT
Why is Vitamin D vital to lymphatic/immune health? 2
Production of T-lymphocytes
Anti-body protection
Why is Vitamin E vital to lymphatic/immune health and when should it not be prescribed? 4
Speeds up healing process
Anti-oxidants
Protects from environmental toxins - lungs
ANTICOAGULANT
Why is Vitamin K vital to lymphatic/immune health? 1
Antioxidant
Why is CoQ10 vital to lymphatic/immune health? 2
Antioxidant
Antihistamine
Why is Iodine vital to lymphatic/immune health? 1
Aids immunity
Why is Selenium vital to lymphatic/immune health? 4
Antioxidants
Removes heavy metals from the body
Protects against cancer
Found in low levels in those with chronic illness
Why is Zinc vital to lymphatic/immune health? 1
Stimulates WBC production
Why are EFAS vital to lymphatic/immune health? 3
Make hormone like eicosanoids that regulate immune and inflammatory responses
Omega 3’s have anti-inflammatory effects and can slow autoimmune damage
Anti fungal, anti yeast and anti microbial properties helping to protect against infections
What other supplements can be given to boost the lymphatic/immune system and why? 2
Immunovite - powerful immune priming nutrients, helping to defend the body against viral and bacterial invaders
Aloe Vera Whole leaf - boosts immunity
Name some symptoms of V&M deficiency with the lymphatic/immune system? 7
Extended ill health Frequent viruses and colds Feeling run down Rapid aging Candida Poor or slow wound healing MS
Name two symptoms of Selenium deficiency and foods which are rich in Selenium? 2+4
Illness and heavy metal toxicity
Tuna, onions, broccoli and tomatoes
