Buch, Englisch, 384 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 719 g
Reihe: For Dummies
Buch, Englisch, 384 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 719 g
Reihe: For Dummies
ISBN: 978-1-118-40200-9
Verlag: FOR DUMMIES
Boost your body's natural defenses against disease
Good nutrition is a key weapon against colds and the flu. The foods, supplements, and practices outlined in Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies can boost your body's natural defenses against disease when they're incorporated into your daily diet and lifestyle.
Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies provides hands-on techniques for supercharging your immune system to resist illness and prevent disease. Through diet, exercise, stress reduction, and nutritional supplements, the role of water, sunlight, and oxygen, you can harness the power of your immune system and help your body combat health issues that include: antibiotic-resistant bacteria, allergies, Hepatitis C, pre-menopause, menopause, cancer, Rheumatoid arthritis, dental, and autoimmune diseases.
In addition, Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies includes tasty recipes for every meal of the day along with shopping lists and tips for stretching grocery dollars while still eating healthy!
* Expert advice and tips on living and eating healthy
* Includes more than 40 healthy and tasty immunity boosting recipes
* Shows you how to supercharge your immune system
If you're looking for a resource that will help you improve your overall health by eating properly and exercising to drastically improve their immunity to disease, Boosting Your Immunity For Dummies has you covered.
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Introduction 1
Part I: Getting to Know Your Immune System 7
Chapter 1: Immunity: Your Ticket to a Stronger, Longer, and Healthier Life 9
Chapter 2: Understanding the Parts and Functions of Your Immune System 19
Part II: What Happens When Your Immune System Gets Off Track 37
Chapter 3: Strengthening Your Allergy Defense System 39
Chapter 4: Autoimmune Disorders: Dealing with an Overactive Immune System 53
Chapter 5: Cancer: When the Immune System Takes a Vacation 77
Chapter 6: Immunodeficiency Disorders: When the Immune System Slows Down 93
Chapter 7: Uncovering the Influence of Immunity in Other Conditions 105
Part III: Laying the Groundwork for Super Immunity: Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Detox 117
Chapter 8: Improving Your Immunity with Nutrition 119
Chapter 9: Tapping the Immune Properties of Superfoods 149
Chapter 10: Getting an Extra Kick from Supplements and Herbs 167
Chapter 11: Living an Immunity-Friendly Lifestyle 185
Chapter 12: Exploring Detoxification to Refresh Your Immunity 205
Part IV: Cooking Up Recipes for Immunity and Wellness 219
Chapter 13: Planning and Stocking an Immunity-Friendly Kitchen 221
Chapter 14: Breakfasts to Start Your Day in a Healthy Way 237
Chapter 15: Lunches for a Midday Energy Burst 245
Chapter 16: Dinners and Side Dishes to Strengthen Your System 251
Chapter 17: Soups, Salads, and Sauces for Deep Healing and Cleansing 267
Chapter 18: Desserts and Snacks to Keep You on Track 281
Chapter 19: Tonifying Teas and Sensational Smoothies 293
Part V: The Part of Tens 303
Chapter 20: Ten Tips to Avoid Colds and Flu 305
Chapter 21: Ten Breathing Exercises for a Better Immune System 311
Chapter 22: Ten Boosting Exercises You Can Do Anywhere 319
Chapter 23: Ten Ways to Get Your Family on the Immunity Bandwagon 329
Appendix: Metric Conversion Guide 337
Index 341
