Immune System

Description

The Immune System comprises all structures and processes that are involved in defeating the attempts of environmental forces to overrun, destroy or gain control of any part of the body.  Specifically it comprises anatomic barriers (such as the Skin and Mucous Membranes) that physically block the entry of Antigens into the body, physiologic barriers (body temperature and acidity) that inhibit the growth of or kill detrimental microorganisms and the various organs and cells of the Immune System itself.  The overall coordination of the Immune System takes place in the Hypothalamus and Pineal Gland.  ^[1]

 Immune System - Enhancement

Amino Acids

 EXCESSIVE Arginine may suppress the Immune System:

 However recent reports dispute this claim and it has also been established that OPTIMAL Arginine levels support the function of the Immune System.

 Canavanine may suppress the Immune System and causes a Lupus-like affliction.

 Elevated Serine levels may cause suppression of the Immune System.

Carbohydrates

 Excessive consumption of Simple Sugars (e.g. Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose) may suppress the Immune System.

Environmental Toxins

 Pesticides may suppress the Immune System.

Enzymes

 Hyaluronidase can be stimulated by pathogens to break apart the connective tissue surround body cells, allowing easier access to Bacteria and Viruses capable of causing infection.

Hormones

 Excessive production of Cortisol may suppress the Immune System by inhibiting the body's production of Antibodies and reducing the number of circulating Lymphocytes.  ^[2]

 Excessive production of Cortisone may suppress the Immune System.

 Excessive production/release of Prolactin may suppress the Immune System.

Lipids

 Excessive consumption of Dietary Fats may cause suppression of the Immune System.