In order for the body to cure itself, the immune system must be strong and functioning properly. The immune system can be strengthened gradually through a wholesome natural diet, natural supplements and exercise, or it can be damaged gradually by abuse. Minor health concerns can become major health problems if the immune system is not strong.

Children with strong immune systems are not affected as much by everyday toxins. It is the immune system’s responsibility to eliminate these toxins. The most important factor in strengthening the immune system is proper nutrition.

Parents should not rely on pediatricians alone to instruct them on the best nutrition for their children. They need to take the responsibility for their own children and find out for themselves.

Eating a variety of healthy raw foods is a big plus for the immune system. One study showed that cooked foods puts strain on the immune system, while raw foods did not. More white blood cells were found in the intestines with cooked foods, while no change in white blood cell count was noted in the intestines when raw foods were consumed.

Another way to strengthen the immune system in children is taking supplements or choosing foods that are naturally high in certain vitamins and nutrients. Vitamin A and Beta-Carotene work as antioxidants to inhibit free radical damage and strengthen the immune system. Vitamin C is also an antioxidant and helps protect against immune-related diseases such as colds, flu and cancer.

Vitamin C also is one of the most important nutrients for heart health. The human body does not produce vitamin C like animals. Animals do not have heart attacks because they produce about 20 grams of vitamin C daily. Heart attacks are one of the leading causes of death in humans world-wide. Vitamin C is the paste of the artery walls that keeps them from blowing out. When the body does not have enough vitamin C it tries to repair weak artery walls by making it’s own paste from lipoprotein, which clogs the arteries. Vitamin C and other key nutrients keep the the cholesterol from sticking to the artery wall.

Vitamin E helps produce cells to fight infection. B Vitamins help the nervous system with stress. Selenium and zinc are important antioxidants. Rose Hips help strengthen the immune system. According to many herbalists, echinacea is a natural antibotic that helps stimulate immune function. Garlic is a natural antibotic and seems to help with infections. Essential Fatty Acids are essential to the immune system and must be gotten through food or supplements because the body does not produce them.

Moderate, consistent exercise has also been linked to a strong immune system. Exercise creates a temporary boost in macrophages, which are the cells that attack bacteria. During exercise immune cells circulate through the body more quickly and are better able to kill bacteria and viruses. The immune system generally returns to normal a few hours after exercise, but consistent exercise seems to make the changes a bit more long-lasting. Research has shown that those who walk 40 minutes per day have half as many sick days due to colds or sore throats as those who don’t exercise.

Parents must set the example of proper nutrition, supplementation and regular exercise. If children are taught the right way while they are young they form healthy habits that will last them a lifetime.

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