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Here is an excerpt from the chapter on:
The Immune/Lymphatic System
The body employs many
different types of immunity to protect itself from infection from a seemingly
endless supply of pathogens. These defenses may be external and prevent pathogens
from entering the body. Conversely, internal defenses fight pathogens that have
already entered the body. Among the internal defenses, some are specific to
only one pathogen or may be innate and defend against many pathogens. Some of
these specific defenses can be acquired to preemptively prevent an infection
before a pathogen enters the body. The body has many innate ways to defend itself
against a broad spectrum of pathogens. These defenses may be external or
internal defenses. The internal defenses include fever, inflammation, natural
killer cells, and phagocytes. The
external coverings and linings of the body constantly prevent infections before
they begin by barring pathogens from entering the body. Epidermal cells are
constantly growing, dying, and shedding to provide a renewed physical barrier
to pathogens. Secretions like sebum, cerumen, mucus, tears, and saliva are used
to trap, move, and sometimes even kill bacteria that settle on or in the
body. Stomach acid acts as a chemical
barrier to kill microbes found on food entering the body. Urine and acidic
vaginal secretions also help to kill and remove pathogens that attempt to enter
the body. Finally, the flora of naturally occurring beneficial bacteria that
live on and in our bodies provide a layer of protection from harmful microbes
that would seek to colonize our bodies for themselves.
One of the primary functions of the lymphatic system is the
movement of interstitial fluid from the tissues to the circulatory system. Like
the veins of the circulatory system, lymphatic capillaries and vessels move
lymph with very little pressure to help with circulation. To help move lymph
towards the lymphatic ducts, there is a series of many one-way check valves
found throughout the lymphatic vessels. These check valves allow lymph to move
toward the lymphatic ducts and close when lymph attempts to flow away from the
ducts. In the limbs, skeletal muscle contraction squeezes the walls of
lymphatic vessels to push lymph through the valves and towards the thorax. In
the trunk, the diaphragm pushes down into the abdomen during inhalation, to
increase the abdominal pressure pushing lymph into the less pressurized thorax.
The pressure gradient reverses during exhalation, but the check valves prevent
lymph from reversing and being pushed backwards.
Another major function of the lymphatic system is the
transportation of fatty acids from the digestive system. The digestive system
breaks large macromolecules of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids into smaller
nutrients that can be absorbed through the villi of the intestinal wall. Most
of these nutrients are absorbed directly into the bloodstream, but most fatty
acids, (the building blocks of fats), are absorbed through the lymphatic
system.
Alteratives
are the category of herbs used in treating toxicity of the blood, infections,
arthritis, cancer and skin eruptions.
This category of herbs may be used in various health conditions,
spanning several body systems.
Alterative herbs help the whole body to assimilate nutrients and
eliminate waste products of metabolism.
The choice of alterative depends upon matching the properties of the
appropriate herb with the specific nature of the condition being treated. Hence, red clover is used to treat cancer
because of its effects on protein assimilation; echinacea is used to neutralize
acid conditions in the blood associated with a stagnation of lymphatic fluids
because of its antiseptic properties; sarsaparilla may be use when diuretic
properties are needed, as with infections; cascara sagrada is used when a
laxative is required to eliminate toxic conditions resulting from constipation;
dandelion root combines hepatic (liver) tonic properties and diuretic
properties and is particularly useful for treating chronic problems of blood
toxicity; elder flowers have diaphoretic properties, and are thus used to
purify the blood during treatment of colds and the flu. Using liver herbs, together with intestinal cleansers, can work to
directly release the burden of toxic overload that can, over time, have
negative repercussions on all our body systems, and our state of metal health
in general.
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Foods
that boost the body's immune system can offer a lot of healthy options for
those who wish to be more conscious in what they take in. To be sustained, the
immune system heavily depends on the stomach for support. Malnourished
individuals are more susceptible to disease as opposed to those who observe a
healthy nutritious diet.
Your Zodiac Sign and its Influence on Your Health
Cancer ~ June 22nd to July 22nd
Opposing Sign: Capricorn
Planet: Moon ~ is a ‘reactive’ planet, subject to sub-conscious predispositions, feelings about ‘self’ and conditioned responses. It influences an urge to feel inner support as well as domestic and emotional security.
Element: Water ~ Water signs symbolize the cooling, healing principle of sensitivity, having empathy with others.
Quality: Cardinal
Cell Salt: Calcium fluoride
Herbs: Tarragon and verbena
The water element rules the
reproductive and lymphatic systems and body liquids – including blood, mucus
and lymph. Water lubricates, flushes and
cools the body. Water signs are
exceptionally sensitive to their environment, particularly to fungi, bacteria
and viruses. Cancer rules the breasts
and the stomach. This part of the
anatomy has always symbolized nourishment and motherhood, and Cancer natives
are characterized as protective and clinging.
Men of this sign have well-shaped chests and flat stomachs. As the most perplexing of the signs, natives
of this sign run the gamut of human emotion: they can range from the timid,
shy, dull and withdrawn to the brilliant, friendly and famous.
Tension, anxiety, and emotional stress are the leading causes of illness among Cancerians. They have delicate stomachs and digestive problems, are prone to ulcers, gall bladder upsets, gas pains, nausea and gastritis. The health is not robust, particularly in childhood, and many suffer from upper respiratory infections such as bronchitis.
The Moon, Cancer's ruler, has dominion over the breasts and the alimentary canal, heightening the susceptibility of Cancerians in these areas.
As a cardinal water sign, Cancer symbolizes the cooling, healing principle of sensitivity and empathy with others, and correlates with the principle of action and initiating movements of energy in a definitive direction.
The
Cancerian’s “cell salt” is calcium
fluoride, which unites with albumen and oil in the body’s system to keep
elastic and connective tissues healthy.
It is also an important ingredient in tooth enamel, fingernails, bones,
and the lens of the eyes. Deficiency of
this mineral can cause varicose veins, receding gums, curvature of the spine,
and eye problems. Food sources for
calcium fluoride are egg yolks, whole grain rye, yogurt, beets, fish and
oysters, as well as milk, cheese, kale, lettuce and tomatoes. Cancerians are prone to skin disorders when
there is a lack of calcium in their diet.
Starches and sugar cause them constipation, and salt produces
bloating. Natives of this sign should
stay away from spicy, highly seasoned food, and should forego hot pepper sauce
and horseradish.
Alteratives are the category
of herbs used in treating toxicity of the blood, infections, arthritis, cancer
and skin eruptions. This category of
herbs may be used in various health conditions, spanning several body systems. Alterative herbs help the whole body to
assimilate nutrients and eliminate waste products of metabolism. The choice of alterative depends upon
matching the properties of the appropriate herb with the specific nature of the
condition being treated. Hence, red
clover is used to treat cancer because of its effects on protein assimilation;
echinacea is used to neutralize acid conditions in the blood associated with a
stagnation of lymphatic fluids because of its antiseptic properties;
sarsaparilla may be use when diuretic properties are needed, as with infections;
cascara sagrada is used when a laxative is required to eliminate toxic
conditions resulting from constipation; dandelion root combines hepatic (liver)
tonic properties and diuretic properties and is particularly useful for
treating chronic problems of blood toxicity; elder flowers have diaphoretic
properties, and are thus used to purify the blood during treatment of colds and
the flu. Using liver herbs, together with intestinal
cleansers, can work to directly release the burden of toxic overload that can, over
time, have negative repercussions on all our body systems, and our state of
metal health in general.
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