Glutathione is also known as the Master Detoxifier and the Mother of All Antioxidants and the Chief of the Immune System.

 

Glutathione is a naturally occurring antioxidant in plants and animals that reduces cellular inflammation.

 

The role of glutathione has been well researched and described in medical literature for many years now, yet its role and importance is not widely known even among professionals. This master detoxifier also supports mitochondrial function, healthy aging, protection from mercury and other toxic metals, protects from alcohol and environmental pollutants. However, as we age, glutathione levels naturally diminish thus setting the stage for many diseases associated with low levels of glutathione.

 

Diseases Associated with Glutathione Depletion:

 

Neurodegenerative: Alzheimer’s, Parkinson, Huntington’s

 

Pulmonary: Asthma, COPD, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

 

Immune: HIV, Autoimmune Diseases

 

Cardiovascular: Hypertension, MI (myocardial infarction), Cholesterol Oxidation

 

Age related diseases: Cataracts, Macular Degeneration, Hearing Impairment, Glaucoma

 

Liver Disease: Fatty Liver Disease

 

Cystic Fibrosis

 

 

Ways Glutathione Supports Your Health:

 

Aging Process: Higher Glutathione levels associated with higher levels of physical health, fewer illnesses and better cognitive function. 

 

Glutathione plays a major role in immune function, supports detoxification, energy production and remains crucial in antioxidant activity.

 

The immune system identifies and attacks germs and other invaders including cancer cells. As long as it has an adequate supply of glutathione.

 

Master Detoxifier. Our air, food, and water are full of toxic substances. The immune system has to protect us with the help of the liver as the main organ of detoxification. Glutathione helps support liver function thus aiding to prevent toxins from causing cell and organ damage.

 

Energy Generator. Glutathione provides sustained energy on a molecular level by mopping up unwanted byproducts like free radicals. On the cellular level glutathione aids in the continuous energy production by the mitochondria. The whole body needs glutathione to maintain physical and mental performance.

 

Mother of All Antioxidants. There is a strong association between disease processes and oxidative stress. A wide variety of antioxidant foods and nutrients are essential to good health and disease prevention. Antioxidants such as Vitamin C and E along with Selenium are not produced by the body and depend solely on dietary sources. However, their function depends on the presence of glutathione 

 

How to increase Glutathione?

 

Decrease the need by reducing toxic load; limit alcohol, conventionally grown foods, air and water pollutants.

 

There are a handful of foods that naturally contain glutathione, including asparagus, avocado, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, spinach, broccoli, garlic, chives, tomatoes, cucumber, almonds, and walnuts. However, a variety of factors can affect the levels of this vital nutrient, including storage and cooking.

 

Supplement with Alpha-Lipoic Acid, NAC (N-Acetylcysteine), SAMe

 

Glutathione supplementation can be done orally, by IV, or by nebulizer. Once again, a variety of factors can affect the levels of absorption. 

 

Join Us for a LIVE STREAM with Glutathione Expert, Dr. Guilford, MD

When: Apr 13, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

 

Register in advance for this webinar:

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0NfcK_ElTuK1QUwGpr6uxA

  

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To help us better understand the importance of glutathione I have invited Dr. Gilford, MD to be our guest speaker tomorrow. He is a well-known expert on the subject of glutathione with many published papers and years of research in this field. 

 

Dr. Guilford states that Glutathione also functions as a cell signal in the immune system, so it serves as a critical component linking toxicity and oxidation stress to immune dysfunction. Dr. Gilford’s study of the role that glutathione plays in the basic mechanism of many diseases led to his formulation of ReadiSorb Glutathione, liposome encapsulation of reduced glutathione, over 8 years ago. A number of studies related to the properties of liposomal glutathione have been published and more are in progress. When: Apr 13,

 

Join Us for a LIVE STREAM with Glutathione Expert, Dr. Guilford, MD

When: Apr 13, 2020 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

 

Register in advance for this webinar:

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0NfcK_ElTuK1QUwGpr6uxA 

 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

 

 

Today, I want to thank all of our participants during our special Live Q&A Session on Friday, April 3rd to help our community stay empowered during this pandemic. We want to keep our community informed about these and all health matters. By your overwhelming response, it showed that we’re on the right track. 

 

With so much information these days, it is often hard to know which is accurate and which is not. As an avid researcher, I spend time deciphering the abundant information and determine what is relevant, what sources seem credible and what would make sense based on my experience in health and healing.

 

I was asked to summarize supplements and suggestions discussed in Friday’s talk.

 

As I mentioned during the broadcast, this is the regiment I use for myself along with my family:

 

• Vitamin C, preferably in buffered form 3gm pre-day or 1gm every 8 hours. 

• Vitamin D3 + K2 5000 IU per day. According to some studies up to 85% of the population is Vitamin D deficient. Check your levels if you can with your doctor with the 25 (OH) D blood test. (Caveat, people with kidney stones or elevated serum calcium should be careful and start with 400 IU/Day)

• Vitamin A, 1000 mcg/day

• Magnesium 400 mg daily

• Zinc 20 mg daily

• Melatonin, start with 3-5 mg at bedtime and see how your body responds to this

• A good quality full spectrum pro-biotic can be very beneficial to keep your microbiome and intestines healthy to support your immune system.

• Natural detoxifying and anti-microbial foods in your diet like Garlic, Ginger and Onions. All are superfoods and we use them extensively in our daily food intake.

• As well as Elderberry (Sambucus Nigrum) to help with cough and phlegm.

 

I want to emphasize once more that no virus can defeat a robust immune system. Those with well functioning immune systems appear to shake off this infection with mild symptoms. Unfortunately, as much as half of our population has compromised immune systems due to many contributing factors we have been describing way before this epidemic hit us. 

 

Although the above-mentioned supplements are only a few that were mentioned during our Q&A session, it is important to remember that your general diet and daily exercise routine is of crucial importance to maintain your health. 

 

Keep your diet relatively alkaline with the emphasis on vegetables and an avoidance of sugar and dairy. Keep yourself well hydrated with water or herbal teas, limit or avoid caffeine and alcohol.

 

In conclusion, we’re inspired by your enthusiastic response and great questions. Keep them coming! 

 

P.S. We are considering having Live Q&A sessions regularly to support our community and even to bring on guest speakers and renowned experts to answer your questions, to inform, educate and to keep you healthy. 

Stay tuned, stay connected, there are better times ahead and together we will get there.

  

 

‘Daisies do not grow in cement’, proclaimed Dr. Sandy Wood, ND many years ago. 

In other words, if your immune system is strong your chances of getting sick are minimal and even if you do get sick, your recovery should be strong and fast.

 

Louis Pasteur articulated the Germ Theory of Disease, stating that microorganisms are the primary cause of disease. His life-long rival, Antoine Bechamp postulated that the condition of a host organism is the primary cause of disease, otherwise known as the Terrain Theory. 

 

Surprisingly Pasteur on his deathbed declared that Bechamp was right. To me, both theories have much to offer in terms of disease prevention and healing. Many germs or micro-organisms can be the causative agents promoting disease, however only if the terrain allows this. Remember, daisies do not grow in cement; there must be susceptibility first. This would explain why some people succumb to infection while others do not when exposed to the same infectious organism.

 

In the next series of blogs, we will cover the subject of autoimmunity with practical suggestions for you to implement and maximize your natural protection to optimize your immunity. Yes, it is important to try to avoid disease. However with the present epidemic, there is a prevalent opinion of building a ‘herd immunity.’ This assumes that, shortly, many of us will be infected with coronavirus, with the great majority surviving and thus becoming immune to this virus. 

 

So how do you improve your terrain and be prepared?

 

There are several parts to this anti-viral strategy and in this article, we will start by covering nutrition to boost your immunity. I’ll propose a combination of safe nutrients, botanicals and dietary modifications to support immune function. 

 

I recommend for most people to switch to what's considered a Mediterranean approach of eating, selecting foods within this diet that you know work for your body.

 

The Mediterranean way of eating is based on abundant consumption of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, Omega-3 and monounsaturated fatty acids, lean sources of protein, legumes, fatty cold-water fish and moderate amounts of lean meats. 

 

This diet prohibits the consumption of chemically preserved foods, artificial sweeteners and carbohydrate dominant foods, such as pastries, candies, processed grains and other foods high on the glycemic index. This diet has been consistently associated with improvements in insulin sensitivity and reduction of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Mediterranean diet is immune-supportive by avoiding pro-inflammatory and immunosuppressive foods that are high in fat and carbohydrate that promote viral replication. Unfortunately, the Standard American Diet (SAD) is loaded with pro-inflammatory high-fat, high-sugar foods all of which are immune suppressive. 

 

Most people do not consume an optimal amount of vitamins and minerals by diet alone. Consider taking a broad-spectrum multi-vitamin. Inadequate intake of many nutrients has been long recognized as a contributing factor to many diseases in the Western world. When looking for multi-vitamins, please consider products made from natural sources vs. much cheaper synthetic sources. Micro-Nutrients contribute to the body’s natural defence functions, by supporting physical barriers (skin/mucosa), cellular immunity and antibody production. Also, probiotics plus vitamins and minerals may reduce the incidence and severity of upper respiratory infections.

 

In my last article I noted several essential vitamins, minerals and botanicals with immune boosting and anti-viral properties, if you missed it, here is a link to it. 

http://www.thermographyclinic.com/blog/entry/good-news-about-coronavirus

 

In my next article, we will look closely at specific nutritional supplementation that plays a vital role in immune function.  

 

 

Let’s face it, we have never experienced anything like the present crisis in our lifetime. The level of fear and anxiety is unprecedented and understandable. However, I’m sure that we will all agree that this fear and anxiety is counterproductive. 

 

We can choose to be in reactive or to be in pro-active mode when it comes to our health. Instead of helplessly waiting for symptoms to develop, we can take a pro-active approach by strengthening our immune system and improving our health. 

 

Over many years we have developed effective strategies to combat common ailments and prevent disease. These recommendations in no way contradict our health advisory instructions regarding hygiene, social distancing, self-isolation, etc. 

 

So, what can you do? Let’s start with the basics:

 

Limit or avoid consuming alcohol and any foods containing sugar. These have been shown in numerous studies to deplete immune protection. 

 

Especially avoid smoking and vaping.

 

Eat clean food free of preservatives and additives. Eat 7-9 servings of fruit and vegetables per day.

 

Drink clean water, not from plastic bottles.

 

Keep physically active, exercise. Don’t become a couch potato.

 

Get good 7 hours of sleep

 

Keep in mind that we have very little effect on what happens around us. The only thing we can control is how we react to it. Do whatever helps you with stress reduction, be it yoga, meditation, listening to music or going for a long walk. Keep the level of stress as low as possible, this alone will allow your immune system to work optimally. 

 

Here is a list of supplements that you can use daily to boost your immune response.

 

Vitamin C 3000 - 5000 mg daily in divided doses.

Vitamin D3 5000 IU with extra vitamin K2 per day

Magnesium 400 ml daily

Zinc 20 mg daily

Selenium 100 mcg daily

 

Several herbal and other preparations that are known to help to boost immunity:

 

Hydrastis Canadensis

Echinacea

Astragalus

Eulutherococcus Senticocus (Siberian Ginseng)

Quercetin

Colloidal Silver

 

I would also suggest using Lugol’s Solution 5% (iodine and potassium iodine) that has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. Use a few drops in a glass of water and rinse your mouth and gargle with it daily. This is a great antiseptic but it must be used with caution.

 

Stay informed, stay home, enjoy nature, practice good hygiene, take care of yourself and your family, and look out for your neighbours. Working together, looking out for and protecting each other, we will get through this better and stronger. 

 

There is nothing like the common enemy that unites people. Well, we got one! 

 

It is my hope and prayer that with this crisis that we experience right now, we will elevate our level of consciousness to care for each other as one humanity.

Remember we are all in it together and this is the good news about Coronavirus.