The Cancer War

So how do we start? I firmly believe that old saying which is: 'An ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure.'

So, since it is so much more cost effective than fighting it after we are sick, let's work at preventing cancer now - especially if we have the time.

We know the statistics on getting cancer is one is three. Or at least it was when last time I checked. So, let's get to work.

Prevention: Just how do we prevent cancer?

Diet, lifestyle, good nutrition-including whole raw produce, getting plenty of clean oxygen deep into our bodies, sunshine-just the right amount, loving relationships, plenty of good clean water, glyconutrients, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. These are all great elements that mean a good healthy foundation - which includes a good solid immune system. This healthy nutritional diet helps to build health from the cellular level and up. In this way we are revving up our immune system naturally.

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Image: Fresh Raw Nutritious Real Foods

Have you ever wondered why one is resistant to colds that plague most people, even though that one has been exposed to the very same environment? This is because that person has an efficient immune system.

Our immune system is our defense system. It is our army. The cells in our immune system eat and/or surround and destroy invaders such as bacteria, virus, and cancer. It needs strengthening to do its job. It can become overworked and stressed-to the point of even turning on itself, as in autoimmune syndromes, when it destroys its own good, healthy cells.

The immune system can function efficiently only if it is supplied with optimal nutrients. Glyconutrients, along with all other good nutrition, as in vitamins, antioxidants and minerals help support and build a healthy immune system. This is whole food nutrition.

Image from Google-graphic illustrating glyco-forms on the surface of a cell

Exercise is good for so many things, here's another:

Exercise may boost the production of natural killer cells. Evidence seems to show that some low to moderate levels of exercise are generally helpful in activating the immune system. Yes, that means that exercise may boost the production of natural killer cells.

I am not talking about training to run a marathon here, this is a discussion about moderate regular exercise to build the body, and yes improve your immune system. Please do not think I am telling you to go overboard, and exhaust yourself by exercise. You don't need that when you are fighting cancer, but, you do need exercise.

The graphic shows many things exercise is able to help with-including cancer

Fix problems while they are still small:
Be aware of your body's needs. Don't let small problems grow into big health issues. They are much easier to handle when they are small. If you have a cold, take care of it-of you. Do not allow it to run you and your immune system down.

I know we felt like we were invulnerable (or immune) when we were young, but, guess what, we are not. I take the nutrition I need as I go along. I don't wait until I have developed stage 4 cancers, where I will need a full tub of glygonutrients per week to handle it. (At least I feel as if I am handling it. If I find out I do have it, I will be happy take a tub a week to help me knock it out.)

Image: Something as small as Raspberries are able to help ight cancer

Okay, you are hearing a lot about Glyconutritionals from me lately. There is a great reason for that. Research in the last few years, has led to new and important discoveries in regards to aiding our bodies with eight (out of over 200) essential sugars, or glyconutrients, or healing sugars. One major benefit is that eating optimally - a whole food nutrition diet is important.

Glyconutrients are in the micronutrient category (you know like antioxidants, minerals and vitamins) which assists the body to perform the job of caring for our body effectively, and in building the immune system up.

We need to be using macronutrition in our diet, such as Protein, Fatty Acids, Carbohydrates and fiber, Glyconutrients are in the Carbohydrates category-they are a form of sugar, but not the bad table sugar that harms health.

Glyconutrients are very important in our cellular system; and it is also super-necessary for brain function.

Oh, another thing, Glyconutritionals has been found in your doctor's Non-Prescription PDR book. (several times). Actually he has 2, one for drugs, and one for non-drugs. Glyconutrients are food, so that's why they are in the second one found under - Immune Support.

Just as with other parts of the body, we could not survive without our all important organs. Our organs work very hard.

Our liver is so necessary and vital, as it is our cleansing machine. It filters or detoxifies thousands of poisons and chemicals from the body. We must care for it by not putting things into our bodies that will overwhelm it so it is incapable of doing its job. What poison am I talking about? Such things as alcohol, smoking, burnt meats, excess sugar, chemicals that have been added to processed foods and even in whole foods today.

Many glyconutrients have been studied for their cancer fighting properties, and much has been learned about it so far. But, there's much more to learn.

Cancer

I know that is a very scary word. No one wants to hear that word when talking to our doctor or from any loved one who has been diagnosed with it.

But, realize that a healthy body can help fight off cancer. It would be foolish to ignore proper eating habits, rest, exercise and stress reduction. And I would add to the mix - an entire compliment of great nutrition including glyconutritionals to help us all to have a long, much fulfilled and healthy life.

Do you think that is a silly or valid question? Are we safe then? Can we just forget all about our health or our immune system?

Why did we get cancer in the first place? Do you think it is because we had a healthy lifestyle, including good nutrition, avoided junk food, sugar, and processed foods? And what about drinking cokes? Do they belong anywhere in a healthy diet?

Do you think there could be some connection between our diet and cancer?

What about us changing our lifestyle, improving it and with it - our immune system? If we did go through Chemo what is the condition of our body? Is our body, including the immune system and organs damaged by the drugs? Do we have holes in important organs, maybe even our heart?

Do you think we might need to care for our body a little more than usual to make sure we continue to improve and regain our health?

Nutrients work differently than drugs. I do not diagnose or treat-that is your health care provider's job. What I am is a Certified Diet Wellness Coach. I take ongoing health and wellness courses and studies. I teach classes and coach people so they will learn about what it takes to be healthy naturally. You have a right to have a healthy body working normally.

Real health is built from the cellular level and up. It is important to get the nutrients needed to have a healthy body functioning appropriately. I wish you Fantastic Health for 2011 onward. Please do the research needed and then take the appropriate action to be as healthy as is possible for you.

If you would like to take a Diet Wellness Class where you could learn more about health and vibrant wellness, and how to have a strong healthy immune system, please contact me. I do private one-on-one Coaching as well as teach in class settings, all classes can be taken from anywhere you live. I send the class information by computer, classes are conducted by Tele-Conference calls,..

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This material is by no means every tool needed to fight the war against cancer or any other illness-but it is a great start.. I encourage you to be proactive to promote your own Health and Vitality as well as those you love.

Note: This information is not to take the place of your own health care provider.

Of course, it is also noted that there is a strong connection between good nutrition and good health.

Make sure your health care provider is properly informed about the benefits of good nutrition. That takes time, study and dedication to his patients.

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