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Back in School: Disease Prevention Begins


with a Strong Immune System by Joseph Cannizzaro, MD


create an environment where colds and fl us can gain a foothold and proceed to take down your entire household! Functional medicine understands that lifestyle factors, when combined with an individual’s unique genetics, either support good health or contribute to chronic illness. A functional medicine treatment program encompasses a comprehensive, patient-centered assessment of diet, habits and behavior, environment, and both family and personal surroundings. I like to use the term “upstream medicine” which means we 1) trace symptoms of a disease back to common and basic metabolic roots and 2) learn to anticipate damage or dysfunction long before actual disease symptoms manifest. Because of its signifi cant role, the immune system is the first logical area of focus for disease prevention. Strengthening the immune system is one of the most important ways to ensure the health of the whole body.


A A Simplifi ed Immune


System Lesson The immune system works with two functional units: T cells and B cells. The T cells are involved in the immunity brought about by the cells of the body. They are the “infantry” that combat foreign substances


26 Central Florida natural awakenings


s children return to school, we’re reminded that exposure to more germs and hectic schedules can


with an immediate response, and they defend against bacteria and viruses. The B cells are involved in the long- term immunity brought about by macromolecules found in fl uids outside the cells, such as antibodies. B cells are the “air force”; they form antibodies that “seek and destroy” foreign bodies. They are also responsible for providing tolerance for things we are exposed to for most of our lives; these antibodies neutralize toxins. They are also responsible for the formation of allergic disorders. Immune system function is altered by


chronic infections, exposure to drugs, chemicals and toxic minerals, stress hormones, activity patterns, exercise, obesity, radiation exposure and, most importantly, diet and nutrients (or the lack thereof).


Your Defense Process: Strengthening Immune


System Function There’s no question that exercise, stress and nutritional status play important roles in maintaining a healthy immune system. Research has shown that dietary defi ciencies exacerbate chronic disorders and that an imbalance in the intake of dietary fat, protein and carbohydrates contribute to the development of disease. On the other hand, there’s overwhelming evidence that a good diet reduces the risk of chronic diseases.


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