4 Weeks to Maximum Immunity

As health experts continue to loudly sound the alarm about the dangers of a flu pandemic and the general rise in treatment-resistant disease strains, men and women increasingly find themselves juggling hectic, stressful schedules that deplete their immune defenses. In 4 Weeks to Maximum Immunity, the experts at Prevention examine the various lifestyle factors that influence immune function, including diet/nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress, and environment, to construct a scientifically sound, 28-day program that measurably improves the body's ability to ward off short- and long-term illness. Developed specifically for this book, the program features: Daily menus of immune-boosting foodsDaily tips to create an immune-friendly lifestyleThe keys to maximum immunity, including moderate and consistent exercise, 2 servings of fruits and vegetables at every meal, adequate sleep, 15 minutes outdoors without sunscreen, and a few laughs whenever possibleTargeted self-care strategies, ranging from nutritional supplements to behavioral changes, that enable anyone to tailor the program to fit individual needsPreventive and treatment measures that help people fight back against specific conditions, from allergies, asthma, and food poisoning Lyme disease, shingles, and pneumonia.

© 2008 Rodale (E-boek): 9781605299686

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E-boek: 15 april 2008