My husband immune system is weak. He's always sick than not. How can I help him make strong and healthy?
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Please have him go see a doctor to make sure it is not something serious.
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he has anemia, here is a naural cure, but those seem like lukemia symtoms
NATURE CURE
Anaemia
Anaemia, which means " lacking in blood ", is among the most common diseases affecting
human beings. It denotes a shortage of rich red blood cells and colouring matter and usually
results from consumption of refined foods.
The blood flowing in our veins and arteries is really living tissue. Nearly half of it consists of red
blood cells which carry oxygen to the tissues. Approximately one trillion ( 10,000 million ) new
blood cells are formed in the bone marrow daily. The raw materials required in the production of
these cells are iron, proteins, and vitamins, especially folic acid and B12.
The red colouring matter, called haemoglobin is a protein which is composed of an organic
iron-compound called "heme". The globin is a sulphur -bearing protein which makes up 96 per
cent of the molecule. The formation of haemoglobin thus depends on adequate dietary supplies
of iron and protein. Red cells have a lifespan of approximately 120 days and are destroyed and
replaced daily. Each person should have 100 per cent haemoglobin or about 15 grams to 100 cc
of blood, and a blood count of five million red cells per millimeter. A drop in the hemoglobin
content results in anaemia and a consequent decreased ability of the blood to carry oxygen to
the tissues.
Symptoms
A haggard look, with lines of strain, premature wrinkles, grayish skin, and dull and tired looking
eyes are the main symptoms of anaemia. Other symptoms include poor memory, weakness,
dizziness, fatigue, lack of energy, shortness of breath on exertion, slow healing of wounds,
headaches, mental depression, pale fingers, lips and ear lobes. The patient usually complaints
of weakness, easy fatigue, lack of energy and dizziness.
Causes
There are two principal causes of anaemia. It can result from reduced or low formation of red
blood cells either due to defects in the bone marrow or an inadequate intake of iron vitamins,
and protein. Heavy loss of blood due to injury, bleeding piles and heavy menstruation may also
cause anaemia. A lack of digestive acid of hydrochloric acid needed for digestion of iron and
proteins may also result in anaemia. Emotional strain, anxiety and worry usually interfere with
the manufacture of hydrochloric acid in the body. Anaemia can also be caused by a variety of
drugs which destroy vitamin E or by others which inactivate the nutrients needed in building
blood cells. Chronic diseases such as tuberculosis, when accompanied by hemorrhage, may
also result in anaemia.
Other little-known causes of anaemia are intestinal parasites or worms. Hookworm, pinworms,
round worms and tapeworms feed on the blood supply as well as on the vitamins. Twenty-five
hookworms can consume fifteen grams of blood every 24 hours; a tapeworm can cause acute
shortage of vitamin B12. Symptoms of intestinal worms are itching at the rectum, restlessness at
night with bad dreams, diarrhoea, foul breath, dark circles under the eyes and a constant desire
for food. Garlic can help get rid of some types of intestinal parasites. Fresh papaya and grated
raw carrot are also effective. After successful treatment for intestinal worms, perfect cleanliness
should be observed to prevent recurrence.
The Cure
Anaemia is much more easily prevented than corrected. A liberal intake of iron in the formative
years can go a long way in preventing iron-deficiency anaemia.
Diet is of the utmost importance in the treatment of anaemia. Almost every nutrient is needed for
the production of red blood cells, haemoglobin and the enzymes, required for their synthesis.
Refined food like white bread, polished rice, sugar, and desserts rope the body of the much
-needed iron. Iron should always be taken in its natural organic form as the use of inorganic can
Anaemia
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prove hazardous, destroying the protective vitamins and unsaturated fatty acids, causing serious
liver damage and even miscarriage and delayed or premature births. The common foods rich in
natural organic iron are wheat and wheat grain cereals, brown rice and rice polishings, green
leafy vegetables, cabbage, carrot, celery, beets, tomatoes, spinach ; fruits like apples,
berries,cherries, grapes, raisins, figs, dates, peaches and eggs. It has been proved that a
generous intake of iron alone will not help in the regeneration of haemoglobin. The supplies of
protein, too, should be adequate. The diet should, therefore, be adequate in proteins of high
biological value such as those found in milk, cheese and egg. Copper is also essential for the
utilisation of iron in the building of haemoglobin.
Vitamin B12 is a must for preventing or curing anaemia. This vitamin is usually found in animal
protein and especially in organic meats like kidney and liver. A heavy meat diet is often
associated with a high haemoglobin and high red cell count, but it has its disadvantages. One
cause of anaemia is intestinal putrefaction, which is primarily brought on by a high meat diet.
Moreover, all meats are becoming increasingly dangerous due to widespread diseases in the
animal kingdom. There are, however, other equally good alternative sources of vitamin B12 such
as dairy products , like milk, eggs and cheese, peanuts. Wheat germ and soyabeans also
contain some B12. Vegetarians should include sizeable amounts of milk, milk products and eggs
in their diet.
For prevention of anaemia, it is essential to take the entire B-complex range which includes B12,
as well as the natural foods mentioned above. Eating lacto-avo products, which are complete
proteins, and which also contain vitamin B12 is good insurance against the disease. Brewer’s
yeast is a good source of complete protein.
A liberal intake of ascorbic acid is necessary to facilitate absorption of iron. At least two helpings
of citrus fruits and other ascorbic acid rich foods should be taken daily.
Mention must be made of beets which are extremely important in curing anaemia. Beet juice
contains potassium, phosphorous, calcium, sulphur, iodine, iron, copper, carbohydrates, protein,
fat, vitamins, B1, B2, niacin B6, C and vitamin P. With its high iron content, beet juice
regenerates and reactivates the red blood cells, supplies the body with fresh oxygen and helps
the normal function of vesicular breathing.
Water Treatment
A cold water bath is among the most valuable curative measures in anaemia. The patient should
be given carefully graduated cold baths twice daily. Cold friction, hot epsom salt bath for five to
10 minutes once a week and an occassional cabinet steam bath are also recommended. Full
sun baths are especially beneficial as sunlight stimulates the production of red cells.
There are other important factors which are helpful in curing anaemia. Deep breathing and light
exercise like walking and simple yoga asanas should be undertaken to tone up the system.
Sarvangasana paschomittanasana, uttanpadasana and shavasana are recommended. Massage
also helps to keep the blood level high.
does he have an underlying disease? vitamin c pills strengthen the immune system. pomegranate juice is very good too. has he been checked for Lupus?
barley soup.
The first answer is correct if your husband is anemic .However, before you proceed to increase his hemoglobin count, I strongly advise you to look for professional help to find out the cause of the weakness. Then, strictly follow the indications you will be given. Be confident and persevere in this task. All this, together with your LOVE, will definitely help him.
There is a dietry supplement available from Herbalife called RoseOx. It helps with the immune system and since i have been taking it i have felt a lot healthier. My husband had a bad cold a few weeks ago and i thought i would get it but because i was taking the supplement i was able to keep sniffle free!
in this case the honey is most power full. you give 2 tablespoon full in a glass of hot water to your husband thrice a day. and give him one table spoon full of olive oil thrice a day
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Remove the toxins and improve the immune system
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I have personally dealt with a immune defiency for the last 10 years of my life. At one point, I could not walk about the block or take a shower. I was so weak all the time and when I got too tired I would get sick. Because of all that, I have been in the hospital and bedridden often. The doctors really did not have a lot to offer in regards to treatment, so I started looking into alternative/natural medicine.
I tried many different products and then I found a product called Reliv that has completely built up my immune system. I have been on the products for over a year and I just have not had to deal with getting sick all the time. It has been a tremendous blessing! I would be glad to share this blessing with you and your family. Just e-mail me.
Take care and God bless,
Sherri
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