Dr Braverman on Immune System

Dr Braverman on Immune System

Part 5 of the Series: Aging and the \"Pauses of Life\" Immunopause - When you can't fight infectionsDo you remember childhood as one long string of good health, yet your adultlife is one sinus infection after another? With every hormone loss or brainchemical imbalance, our immune code is broken. As early as the beginning ofpuberty, our immune response slowly begins to decline, which in turn causesus to get sick easier.

Our immune system provides a layer of protection that keeps viruses andinfections from harming the brain and the body. When youenter Immunopause,your immune system cannot protect you from the constant attack of virusesand infections that surround you. As adults, we experience the switching offof the immune system as increased inflammation, which plays a role inevery medical condition from heart disease to ermatitis. Serotonin regulatesthe immune system, and serotonin agents can boost immunity. Asinflammation increases, serotonin levels decrease, creating both low- andhigh-grade fevers as well as sleep abnormalities. Inflammation acts as theimmunopause death code, allowing viruses, fungus, and bacteria into everyorgan of the body.

Meanwhile, aging can be summarized as oxidation - you are literally burningup, including your dopamine. You need this vital biochemical to suppressillness. For example, that's why adrenaline (dopamine family of brainchemicals) is used as an antidote to an allergic reation, such as to a beesting.Infections are Alien InvadersInfections can grow and develop inside the body when the immune systemis asleep at the wheel. Tiny microorganisms are let in through the variousorifices and work their way into your cells, wreaking havoc along the way.Infections can contribute to further inflammation, and more dangerously,like in the case of AIDS, can destroy your immune system.Infections that occur in the body can affect our brain. For example, thecommon flu contributes to Parkinson's disease. When your immune systemis compromised, your dopamine level is diminished. That is why Parkinson'sdrugs, which build dopamine, can help to alleviate flu symptoms.

Infections can occur anywhere in the brain and the body, sending their ownaging code and jump-starting the pauses such as:•Heart infections•Sexually transmitted infections•Infections of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, and muscles•Bacterial skin infections•Fungal skin infections•Viral skin infectionsTake Action: Strengthen Your Immune System and Get YoungerIt's relatively easy to boost your immunity. A multi-modal approach includingmedications, hormones, supplements and specific dietary suggestions willhelp you break immunopause. I've included a list of nutrients that will helpbreak the immunopause code. Consider these natural treatments, andconsider making an appointment to have a full body check-up. Early detectionis your best bet in fully recovering from immune diseases - includingcancer. PLEASE CONSULT with your doctor before beginning any new protocol.We at Path Medical can help.



Author Bio:Eric Braverman MD is a Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappagraduate of Brandeis University and NYU Medical School, didbrain research at Harvard Medical School, and trained at anaffiliate of Yale Medical School. Dr. Braverman is acknowledgedworldwide as an expert in brain-based diagnosis and treatment,and he lectures to and trains doctors in anti-aging medicine.