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Top 10 ImmunitySuperheroes YouNever Heard of(But Should)The superfoods and herbsyou need to live healthier,sexier and longer!

David Wolfe

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Your immune system is vast and complex. It is designed to detoxify your body aswell as protect it from illness and foreign invaders.Harmful bacteria, viruses, calcium-forming micro-organisms and candida are partof our world. Unfortunately, so are toxic chemicals, including everything frompesticides to car pollution to nuclear radiation to most municipal tap waters. Inour world these harmful micro-organisms and the endless list of toxic chemicalsassault our immune system consistently. Coupled with these assaults are the daily

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stresses of life and their deleterious effects upon us.All of these add up to a weakened immune system: colds and flus, coughs, fevers,chronic health problems, skin disorders, digestive distress, nervous conditions,chronic fatigue and even cancer. When the body has too much to deal with, itstops being able to get rid of its waste efficiently and requires more support tohelp it fight off what is attacking it.Fortunately, our immune system can be improved and empowered to such a pointthat not only can the harmful microbes be halted and the chemicals detoxified,but also a stress defense shield may be built up that can even drive off theeffects of daily stress.We all can learn more about how to empower our own immunity. I believe thebest way to activate genius within the immune system is by ingesting certainsuperherbs and superfoods, taking probiotics and cultured foods, minimizing toxicfood exposure by eating pure, organic, raw-living foods and making appropriatehealthy lifestyle improvements.In 400 BC Hippocrates said, Let food be your medicine and let medicine be yourfood. Both aspects of this phrase must be considered not just food asmedicine, but also medicine as food that means superfoods (the most nutrient-rich plant foods in the world) and tonic superherbs (herbs that can be takenregularly like food). Out of 40,000 herbs used worldwide, perhaps only 50-60 ofthem are tonic superherbs. These superherbs should be taken for long periods,because, like all tonics, they are more like food and they build health treasureswithin and nourish our stress defense shield.Whenever possible, try to include the following superfoods, superherbs and superproducts in your daily regime:1. Reishi MushroomReishi is Queen of the Medicinal Mushrooms. Reishi is the most well-studied herbin the history of the world. She has been the most revered herbal mushroom inAsia for over 2,000 years. The Daoists consider Reishi an elixir of immortality

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that is celebrated for its ability to significantly improve the functioning of theimmune system by protecting us from the onslaught of viruses, bacteria,unwanted guests, pollution, chemicals, molds, and the toxicity that we are oftensubjected to in our world. Reishi helps build up our stress defense shieldcreating feelings of well-being within in spite of outer stresses.2. Chaga MushroomChaga is the King of the Medicinal Mushrooms. It contains the highest amounts ofanti-tumor compounds of any herb. These compounds are in the form of betulin,betulinic acid and lupeol, which are powerful anti-mutagenic compounds naturallypresent in the white part of the birch trees bark (in which the chaga typicallygrows). Chaga is also extremely high in nourishing phytochemicals, nutrients, andfree-radical scavenging antioxidants, especially melanin. Chaga is second only tocacao in antioxidant content. Chaga is the most powerful cancer-fighting herbknown.3. GynostemmaAccording to the scientific herbal research being conducted in the PeoplesRepublic of China, gynostemma has been identified as the most medicinal of allthe Chinese herbs. It contains 120 saponins (immune modulating molecules thatare fat soluble on one side of the molecule and water soluble on the other side) all of which possess unique and specific health-giving properties. Gynostemma is atrue tonic you can take it or make tea out of it nearly every day with benefitsthat accrue the more you consume it. Gypenoside 49 (49th of the 120 saponins)has been identified as a telomerase activator that youthens us genetically.4. GinsengKnown throughout the world for its amazing energy-restoring and strength-building properties, ginseng is an adaptogen that helps our bodies adapt tostressful environmental conditions. Ginseng root can boost energy, induce mentalalertness and increase endurance. Ginseng also helps fight pain and alleviateradiation damage to healthy tissues.

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5. ChlorellaChlorella is a natural green micro-algae, and a superfood detoxifier. It containshigh levels of complete protein with properties that bond with heavy metals andchemical toxins, helping to eliminate them from the brain and nervous system.Chlorella is the highest chlorophyll-containing plant in the world with 40 times thechlorophyll content of the best wheatgrass juice known.6. ZeolitesZeolites are a form of unique, volcanic mineral compounds with crystallinestructures that form a sort of cage. This cage works like a magnet to attractheavy metals, chemicals and other pollutants (e.g. radioactive isotopes),capturing them and allowing their easy removal (without being re-absorbed) fromthe body. Zeolites have been shown to have anti-viral and cancer-fighting effects.7. ShilajitContains 80+ minerals and fulvic acid which assists in the removal of toxins,improves nutrition to cells and helps restore electricity to the blood. Shilajitpromotes the movement of minerals into muscle, tissue and bone. It is anAyurvedic mineral-herb which translates as the conqueror of mountains anddestroyer of weakness.8. Astragalus RootOne of the most potent immune tonics used to improve the lungs, strengthenmuscles, increase metabolism, reduce stress and strengthen the genetics. Thefirst telomerase activator product to make it into the market is TA-65, an extractof astragalus.9. Camu Camu BerryThis plant-derived Vitamin C source will super-boost your immune system and helprepair connective tissue. Camu Camu is one of the most concentrated supplies ofVitamin C in the world, and a powerful antioxidant.

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10. ProbioticsConsuming a combination of good quality probiotics (these include friendlybacteria such as: Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidus infantis, B. longum, L.bulgaricus, S. thermophilus, L. plantarum, L. salivarius, Enterococcus faecium,etc.) and cultured and fermented foods like coconut kefir will lead to enhancedimmunity as the beneficial probiotic bacteria are symbiotic allies to your body thathelp: fight viruses, candida and other infections; produce B vitamins; and assist indetoxification. Probiotics help build up that stress defense shield. We live in a time of unprecedented abundance. Through the Internet and theadvancing health freedoms we are all enjoying, we have easy access to thesesuperfoods, superherbs and super health products.When you start investigating and utilizing these substances consistently andregularly, you will notice that your immunity will step-by-step be enhanced. Yourthoughts will have more clarity. Your overall energy will increase. You will alsolikely sleep better and perform better in athletic activities. Your overallproductivity will improve. Digestive distress decreases. Feelings of well-beingbegin to dominate your life.Superfoods and tonic superherbs can be added into anyones diet. Simply beginwith the first one or few that youre drawn to and go from there. Get out ablender and have fun. Make different teas with the superherbs or smoothies withthe superfoods. Better yet, take your superherb tea and blend it with yoursuperfoods to make the best elixirs ever. Getting healthier and healthier is fun!Watch David Wolfe's live interview with Lisa Garr on Gaiam Inspirations onGaiamTV.com.

Reprinted with permission. David WolfeDavid Avocado Wolfe has been an advocate of raw food,superfoods and natural health for 22 years. He is a bestselling author

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and world authority on raw foods and superfoods and coachesHollywood celebrities and business people on nutrition and wellness.David is the founder of LongevityWarehouse.com, which provides

organic foods, supplements and tools for taking your health to the next level. Heis considered by his peers as one of the leading authorities in nutrition. Join Davidfor the Longevity Now Conference, May 18-20, 2012, in Costa Mesa, CA. For moreinformation, visit TheLongevityNowConference.com.

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