4 Immune Boosting Spices That Pack A Punch
The Connection Between Your Weight And the Health of your Immune system
The body on its own if properly nourished was designed to fight off all attackers; however, sometimes the body is not strong enough [genetics, environmental, and social factors can weaken the body’s natural defense systems] and needs a little reinforcement.
when the body breaks down
Your body breaks down, like cars or any machine, when it is overworked, and not properly cared for. When your body does not get enough sleep and rest, it breaks down [disease, weight gain, skin eruptions, joint pains, headaches, etc.].
When your body is continuously exposed to harsh weather, like chronic stress [physical, psychological, and financial], it also breaks down. Natural wear and tear also must be remembered. When the attack is concentrated, the body gets overwhelmed.
4 immune boosting spices
| PROPERTY | GINGER | ONION | TUMERIC | GARLIC |
| Anti-cancer *inflammation (-itis) – is a RISK factor for human cancer | Because of gingerols, shogaol and paradols—ginger fights cancer. | Yes | The phytochemical -curcumin- Yes. | Yes |
| Anti-inflammatory | Fights arthritis and rheumatism. | Yes | Yes | Enhances the function of our immune system |
| Digestive Health | Helps with indigestion, diabetes, constipation, nausea, and ulcer. | Yes | Yes | Yes- improves the healthy gut microbiota. |
| Cardiovascular *protects your heart and vasculature | Beneficial for HTN and preventing plaque formation in your arteries. Lowers cholesterol. | Lowers cholesterol. | Yes | Yes Decreases cholesterol and lowers blood pressure. |
| Anti-aging | Ginger has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative properties. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-microbial | Helps in the treatment of infectious diseases. | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Alzheimer’s disease | Yes | Yes | ||
| Psoriasis | Yes |
Why Losing Weight Is Important
Losing weight is important for your total health. It is especially important if your weight is concentrated around your belly. The longer you stay overweight, the longer your body remains in a state of inflammation. Chronic inflammation predisposes you to developing cancer.
The inflammatory process which was initially designed to fight off invaders that may cause infection, when left unchecked [being overweight], starts destroying your body and leads to the development of arthritis, cardiovascular disease, cancer, etc.
Takeaways From This Post
- Chronic inflammation is the pre-cursor to most disease
- Being overweight or obese leaves you in a chronic state of inflammation
- Getting healthy begins with taking consistent baby steps
- Our genetics play a huge role, but we can make healthy environmental and social changes daily to counter our genetic predispositions
- Evidence is mounting that Alzheimer’s may be an inflammatory process in the brain
- Fight inflammation with healthy foods and activities [regular exercise reduces inflammation]
- Minimize stress with healthy spiritual and psychological practices
- Overeating [quantity, quality, and frequency] stresses your body
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