Best Foods for Immune Health
Summary
TLDRThis video script highlights the top seven nutrients essential for a robust immune system: K2 from fermented foods, magnesium found in beans and nuts, vitamin C in acerola cherries and vegetables, zinc in pumpkin seeds and beans, vitamin D3 from sunlight or food, omega-3 from fish, and antimicrobials like apple cider vinegar, ginger, and garlic. It emphasizes the importance of these nutrients in preventing virus replication, controlling inflammation, and boosting overall immune health, suggesting that proper nutrition and fasting may be key to a stronger immune system.
Takeaways
- π₯¬ Fermented foods are crucial for immune health, providing Vitamin K2 and beneficial bacteria that activate immune system receptors unique to humans.
- π Magnesium is essential for 80% of bodily reactions, including immune responses, and can be found in beans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, spinach, and avocado.
- π Vitamin C is vital for daily immune support and can be obtained from acerola cherries, kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, lemons, berries, and oranges.
- π₯¦ Zinc is a 'virus replication killer' important for preventing hair thinning and mouth issues, and is found in organic burgers, beans, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, and cashews.
- βοΈ Vitamin D3, when taken with Vitamin K2 and magnesium, is crucial for immune health, with sunlight, eggs, and salmon being good sources.
- π Omega-3 fatty acids, found in flaxseed, chia, and fish, help control inflammation and should be paired with turmeric for enhanced absorption.
- π§ Antimicrobial foods like apple cider vinegar (ACV), ginger, garlic, and honey are effective in fighting off bad bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
- π΅ ACV is particularly good for controlling microbes and has additional liver-cleansing benefits.
- πΏ Ginger is beneficial for sore throats, congestion, and coughs, and can be consumed as tea or lozenges.
- π§ Garlic contains phytonutrients that help fight off microbes and fungi.
- π΅ Honey soothes the throat and combats allergy-related invaders, making it a good addition to teas.
Q & A
What is the primary role of Vitamin K2 in immune health?
-Vitamin K2 helps to prevent calcification in the arteries and works closely with vitamin D3 to ensure its absorption, which is crucial for immune-boosting properties.
Which foods are considered the best sources of Vitamin K2?
-The best sources of Vitamin K2 are fermented foods such as sauerkraut, fermented cheeses, and beverages like kombucha or apple cider vinegar (ACV).
Why are fermented foods important for immune health?
-Fermented foods provide beneficial bacteria that activate proteins in the human body, stimulating the immune system and helping it to modulate and defend against invaders more effectively.
What is the significance of Magnesium in the body's immune system?
-Magnesium is essential as it runs 80% of all the body's interactions and reactions, many of which are immune-related, and helps maintain balance and protect against oxidative stress.
Which foods are rich in Magnesium?
-Beans, especially black beans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, spinach, and avocado are excellent sources of Magnesium.
Why is Vitamin C important for immune health?
-Vitamin C is crucial as it is a water-soluble nutrient that needs to be replenished daily and plays a key role in maintaining a strong immune system.
What are some natural sources of Vitamin C?
-Natural sources of Vitamin C include acerola cherries, kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, lemons, berries, and oranges.
How does Zinc contribute to immune health?
-Zinc is a virus replication killer that stops the replication of viruses, making it essential for maintaining a strong immune system.
What foods can provide a good amount of Zinc?
-Organic or natural burgers, beans, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, and cashews are great sources of Zinc.
Why is Vitamin D3 important for immune health, and what is its relationship with Vitamin K2 and Magnesium?
-Vitamin D3 is vital for immune health, and it must be taken with Vitamin K2 and Magnesium as they work together to ensure proper absorption and prevent depletion of Magnesium, which can lead to hardened arteries.
What is the role of Omega-3 fatty acids in controlling inflammation related to immune health?
-Omega-3 fatty acids help control inflammation, which is crucial in fighting off infections and preventing issues related to inflammation such as bronchitis, pneumonia, or sinus infections.
What are some natural antimicrobial foods that can boost the immune system?
-Apple cider vinegar (ACV), ginger, garlic, and honey are natural antimicrobial foods that can help fend off bad bacteria, viruses, and fungi, thus boosting the immune system.
What is the potential impact of fasting on immune system health?
-Fasting may significantly contribute to cleaning up the body by removing old viruses and particles, thus potentially boosting the immune system, as suggested by California research.
How can proper juicing help in enhancing immune system health?
-Proper juicing can provide essential nutrients and phytonutrients that help in enhancing immune system health, as discussed in the video.
Outlines
π₯ Boosting Immunity with Nutrient-Rich Foods
The first paragraph emphasizes the importance of a strong immune system and the role of specific nutrients in achieving it. It identifies K2 as a key nutrient, highlighting its presence in fermented foods and its synergy with vitamin D3 for absorption. The paragraph also discusses the unique receptors in human bodies that can be activated by bacteria found in probiotics from fermented foods, thereby enhancing the immune response. The speaker advises against consuming yogurt due to its potential additives and instead recommends sauerkraut, fermented cheeses, and beverages like kombucha or apple cider vinegar (ACV). Magnesium is the second nutrient discussed, crucial for numerous bodily reactions, including immune function, and is found in beans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, spinach, and avocado. The paragraph concludes with a caution against sugary vitamin C supplements and recommends natural sources like acerola cherries, kale, broccoli, brussels sprouts, lemons, berries, and oranges.
π‘οΈ Essential Nutrients and Foods for Immune Defense
The second paragraph continues the discussion on immune-boosting nutrients, starting with vitamin C, which is vital for daily intake and should be sourced naturally to avoid sugary supplements. Zinc is highlighted as a virus replication inhibitor, essential for maintaining hair health and preventing taste or tongue issues. The paragraph suggests sources of zinc like organic burgers, beans, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, and cashews. Vitamin D is then discussed, stressing the importance of D3 in conjunction with K2 and magnesium for absorption and artery health. Sunlight, eggs, and salmon are recommended for vitamin D intake. Omega-3 fatty acids are introduced as crucial for controlling inflammation, with flaxseed, chia seeds, and fish as primary sources, and the addition of turmeric is suggested for enhanced absorption. The paragraph concludes with antimicrobial foods, such as ACV, ginger, garlic, and honey, which are beneficial for fighting off infections and soothing the throat. The importance of proper juicing for immune system health is also mentioned, with a reference to further information in another video.
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Keywords
π‘Immune System
π‘K2 (Vitamin K2)
π‘Fermented Foods
π‘Magnesium
π‘Vitamin C
π‘Zinc
π‘Vitamin D3
π‘Omega-3 Fatty Acids
π‘Antimicrobials
π‘Probiotics
π‘Inflammation
π‘Fasting
Highlights
The importance of K2 for immune health and its main source being fermented foods.
Fermented foods activate unique human proteins, boosting the immune system.
Sauerkraut is highlighted as one of the best forms of fermented food.
Yogurt is criticized for its sugar, hormone, and antibiotic content, suggesting alternatives like kefir.
Magnesium's crucial role in 80% of body reactions, especially immune-related.
Beans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, spinach, and avocado are recommended sources of magnesium.
Vitamin C's necessity for daily immune support and its sources in acerola cherries and vegetables.
A warning against sugar-filled vitamin C supplements containing harmful chemicals.
Zinc's role in stopping virus replication and its deficiency symptoms.
Organic burgers, beans, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, and cashews as zinc-rich food sources.
The necessity of vitamin D3 with K2 and magnesium for optimal absorption and immune function.
Sunlight, eggs, salmon, and supplementation as ways to obtain vitamin D3.
Omega-3 fatty acids and turmeric's combined effect on controlling inflammation caused by infections.
Flaxseed, chia, and fish as sources of Omega-3s, with the addition of turmeric for absorption.
Antimicrobial foods like ACV, ginger, and garlic to fend off bad bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
Honey's overlooked role in soothing throats and fighting allergy-related invaders.
The potential of fasting and proper juicing as methods for boosting the immune system.
Research suggesting that not eating might be key to clearing old viruses and boosting immunity.
Transcripts
the best immune boosting Foods eat your
way to immune Health here are the
absolute crucial ones you should focus
on getting every single day they're very
easy I'm going to show you a whole
plethora of the sources of these Foods
let's break it down by nutrients here is
the top seven nutrients you need to be
getting in if you want to have a strong
immune system and fend off a virus these
ones get it done first one is K2 K2
helps to prevent calcification in the
arteries but more importantly it works
very tightly with vitamin D3 to get it
absorbed so it can get the immune
boosting properties now fun fact K2 the
main source of it are fermented foods
fermented foods is taken and using
bacteria like cabbage and turning it
into sauerkraut yummy one of the best
forms of fermented food those bacteria
activate proteins inside of your body as
a human being researchers out of Germany
have studied your cells as a human
compared to other species and there are
three receptors and proteins inside a
human body that don't exist in other
species and they are hydroxy carboxylic
acid now these receptors big long word
mouthful these three inside of your body
have to be activated and when they are
they stimulate your immune system
most animals only have two of these
receptors
you have three
and the key to activating the third
receptor is bacteria the bacteria in the
probiotic produced by fermented foods
actually activates this and it makes
your immune system stronger and able to
modulate and defend against Invaders so
fermented foods are an absolute must
that give you the K2 but more
importantly they give you the friendly
bacteria to win the fire fight you need
a lot of other reserves as a part of
your army comes from a fermented foods
the worst type you could eat in my
opinion is yogurt because it is dairy it
is full of sugars it is full of hormones
also comes with antibiotics it kind of
defeats the purpose unless you're making
your own or maybe it's kefir I would
stick with sauerkraut fermented cheeses
or fermented beverages like kombucha or
ACV we're going to talk more about that
in a moment there's your sources of the
fermented foods in K2 number two
magnesium magnesium runs 80 percent of
all the interactions and reactions in
your body eighty percent
many of which are immune related so it's
an absolute must to defend your body
against viruses Invaders prevents
calcification a lack of it can cause you
migraines let alone digestive distress
constipation and muscle issues
potentially heart issues and it protects
against oxidative stress that can be
caused by other minerals in your body
like iron or calcium or copper so
magnesium keeps a lot of things in
Balance here's how you can get it so you
can get all the benefits of it beans
especially black beans excellent source
almonds
keep some in a little baggie carry with
you as a snack make sure they're not oil
roasted or doused with any kind of sugar
pumpkin seeds it's going to show up
quite a few times on here
spinach
avocado these are very easy to get on a
salad for extra magnesium you have to
worry about supplementing it you can eat
it
number three vitamin C most know it a
lot of us get it in a sugar-filled
chewable or an artificial sugar filled
powder like Airborne or emergency very
toxic types they contain acek
NutraSweet aspartame these are all
chemicals you're making your immune
system worse while trying to give it
vitamin C eat your vitamin C acerola
Cherry very good in a smoothie would be
a great source hundreds of milligrams
kale broccoli brussels sprouts lemons
berries and finally oranges stay away
from orange juice comes from concentrate
also loaded with a ton of sugar that's
going to take your immune system the
wrong direction vitamin C is a must it's
water soluble so you need to be thinking
about getting those Foods in every day
number four zinc
virus replication killer it stops the
replication of viruses that's huge you
need plentiful stores if your hair is
thinning if you're having issues in your
mouth with different tastes or with your
tongue or if you're getting sick a lot
you're probably deficient on zinc you
can eat it organic or natural Burgers
excellent source almost five milligrams
in that burger
beans another great source of it
chickpeas pumpkin seeds again and
cashews
pumpkin seeds come in at a whopping 6.6
milligrams per serving cashews at one
and a half so a mixed bag of seeds or
nuts are a great option to get a lot of
these Foods in zinc would replenish it
every day you need about 10 to 20
milligrams a day to stay protected
number five vitamin D I hope I don't
have to convince you on this one stop
taking it if you're taking D2 stop
taking it if you're not taking it with
vitamin K2 and magnesium these all have
to work together you can see my other
videos on this to get up to speed on
that best way to get it is the Sun
six months of the year most of us don't
have enough sunlight so then we got a
supplement or eat it so eggs a good
source 37 I use though would take a lot
of eggs to get there salmon is another
decent Source 520 IUS with salmon so
eating fish eating eggs getting sunlight
or supplementing with it D3 is a must
but don't take it unless you're properly
taking it with its counterparts or
you'll deplete the magnesium in your
body and you will harden your arteries
without K2
number six
omega-3 second part of a virus the other
parts of infections is inflammation
we've got to control inflammation none
does it better than this guy and
turmeric so Omega-3s can be obtained
through plants seeds flaxseed and chia
but the optimal type of Omega-3 for your
brain and immune health is eaten through
fish adding turmeric to it helps the two
absorb each other and are a good one-two
punch from the inflammation caused by a
virus that may get you in trouble with
itises like bronchitis or pneumonia or
with infections of any type of your
sinus or any part of the body
inflammation must be controlled that's
got to go in your regimen stay ahead of
it trying to catch up after you have the
infection leaves you way behind and
depleted finally number seven
antimicrobials there's a lot of foods
that are really good antimicrobials to
load you up on phytonutrients that fend
off from bad bacteria viruses funguses
and Invaders three of my favorites ACV
you down with ACV yeah you know me apple
cider vinegar fermented apples very good
at controlling microbials viruses
cleaning out the liver has a lot of good
effects number two is ginger very
antimicrobial Ginger your tea ginger
lozenges help a lot with a sore throat
congestion or a cough garlic garlic has
a phytonutrient component to it that
does very well at fighting off microbes
and funguses and finally number four I
didn't write it in but honey
really good at fighting off allergy
related Invaders can soothe the throat
is a very good one to add any kind of
tea into any kind of tea just like
ginger there it is seven main foods to
get in the nutrients and the foods that
contain those nutrients to get ahead of
immune system health and keep it
bolstered California research shows it's
actually not eating that might make the
biggest difference for cleaning up your
body getting old viruses and old
particles and Invaders out of it and
boosting your immune system it's through
proper juicing the research is
phenomenal check out this video right
here I did on it the key to boosting
your immune system may be not eating it
might be what you're drinking check out
this video
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