The Critical Role of the Gut Microbiome in Immunity

Health Frontiers Radio - The Critical Role of the Gut Microbiome in Immunity

As the world embraces getting back to work, many are justifiably concerned about the health and safety of their loved ones and the confusion over how to best protect their families.  Join our team as we discuss the critical role of the gut microbiome in immunity and its direct link to mental and physical health.

A healthy gut microbiome or terrain will be around 80% beneficial bacteria and 20% other bacteria (physiologically unpleasant flora like candida, e.coli, etc.)

When this ratio gets flipped, this is when the terrain is prone to welcoming the things we don’t want.

NOW WHAT ARE THESE THINGS WE DON’T WANT?

Things that upset the ideal balance of microbes and leave our terrain vulnerable include:

• Antibiotics
• Refined sugars
• Vaccines
• OTC and prescription pain and fever medications
• Oral contraceptives
• Alcohol
• GMO’s
• Antibacterial hand soaps and hand sanitizers
• Antibacterial cleaning products
• Chlorine (swimming pools, tap water, bleach, etc.)
• Aspartame (artificial sweetener found in diet products

One of the most important things we can understand in order to have the best health possible is that the germ isn’t the problem!

*It is the gut biome or terrain that decides whether we get sick, get infected or not.

*It’s the terrain that decides if a wound will become infected

*It’s the terrain that makes one susceptible to disease

Our body has 10 times more microbes living within it than cells

So you can see that if we have more pathogenic (bad) than beneficial bacteria, it matters more than the health of our cells.

In fact, without any healthy microbes, we would die.

This is why antibiotic resistance is killing an increasing number of people around the world.

WHAT IS THE ROLE OF SOFT DRINKS, EVEN 0 AND 1 CALORIE TYPES IN THE DESTRUCTION OF THE BUT BIOME? 

HOW DO YOU CREATE A HEALTHIER GUT BIOME

Gut health refers to the balance of microorganisms that live in the digestive tract. Looking after the health of the gut and maintaining the right balance of these microorganisms is vital for physical and mental health, immunity, and more.  These bacteria, yeasts, and viruses — of which there are around 100 trillion — are also called the “gut microbiome” or “gut flora.”

Many microbes are beneficial for human health, and some are even essential. Others can be harmful, especially when they multiply.  In this article, we list 10 scientifically supported ways to improve the gut microbiome and enhance overall health.

1. Take probiotics and eat fermented foods

To boost the beneficial bacteria, or probiotics, in the gut, some people choose to take probiotic supplements.

These are available in health food stores, drug stores, and online.

Some research has suggested that taking probiotics can support a healthy gut microbiome and that it may prevent gut inflammation and other intestinal problems.

Fermented foods are a natural source of probiotics.

Consuming the following foods regularly may improve gut health:

• fermented vegetables
• kefir
• kimchi
• kombucha
• miso
• sauerkraut
• tempeh

2. Eat prebiotic fiber

Probiotics feed on nondigestible carbohydrates called prebiotics. This process encourages beneficial bacteria to multiply in the gut.

Research from 2017 suggested that prebiotics may help probiotics become more tolerant to certain environmental conditions, including pH and temperature changes.

People who want to enhance their gut health may wish to include more of the following prebiotic-rich foods in their diet:

• asparagus
• bananas
• chicory
• garlic
• Jerusalem artichoke
• onions
• whole grains

3. Eat less sugar and sweeteners

Eating a lot of sugar or artificial sweeteners may cause gut dysbiosis, which is an imbalance of gut microbes.

The authors of a 2015 study in animals suggested that the standard Western diet, which is high in sugar and fat, negatively affects the gut microbiome. In turn, this can influence the brain and behavior.

Another animal study reported that the artificial sweetener aspartame increases the number of some bacterial strains that are linked with metabolic disease.

Metabolic disease refers to a group of conditions that increase the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

Research has also indicated that human use of artificial sweeteners can negatively impact blood glucose levels due to their effects on gut flora. This means that artificial sweeteners may increase blood sugar despite not actually being sugar.

4. Reduce stress

Sleep deprivation can negatively affect gut health.

Managing stress is important for many aspects of health, including gut health.

Animal studies have suggested that psychological stressors can disrupt the microorganisms in the intestines, even if the stress is only short-lived.

In humans, a variety of stressors can negatively affect gut health, including:

• psychological stress
• environmental stress, such as extreme heat, cold, or noise
• sleep deprivation
• disruption of the circadian rhythm

Some stress management techniques include meditation, deep breathing exercises, and progressive muscle relaxation.

Exercising regularly, sleeping well, and eating a healthy diet can also reduce stress levels.

5. Avoid taking antibiotics unnecessarily

Although it is often necessary to take antibiotics to combat bacterial infections, overuse is a significant public health concern that can lead to antibiotic resistance.

Antibiotics are also damaging to the gut microbiota and immunity, with some research reporting that even 6 months after their use, the gut still lacks several species of beneficial bacteria.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), doctors in the United States prescribe around 30% of antibiotics unnecessarily.

As a result, the CDC recommends that people discuss antibiotics and alternative options with their doctor before use.

6. Exercise regularly

Regular exercise contributes to good heart health and weight loss or weight maintenance. Research has also suggested that it may also improve gut health, which may, in turn, help control obesity.

Working out may increase species diversity. A 2014 study found that athletes had a larger variety of gut flora than nonathletes.

However, the athletes also ate a different diet to the control group, which could account for the differences in their microbiomes.

The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that adults engage in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise each week, along with muscle-strengthening activities on 2 or more days each week.

7. Get enough sleep

Getting enough good-quality sleep can improve mood, cognition, and gut health.

A 2014 animal study indicated that irregular sleep habits and disturbed sleep can have negative outcomes for the gut flora, which may increase the risk of inflammatory conditions.

Establish healthy sleep habits by going to bed and getting up at the same time each day. Adults should get at least 7 hours of sleep per night.

8. Use different cleaning products

Just as antibiotics can disrupt the gut microbiota, so too can disinfectant cleaning products, according to the results of one study. The 2018 research analyzed the gut flora of over 700 infants ages 3–4 months.

The researchers found that those who lived in homes where people used disinfectant cleaning products at least weekly were twice as likely to have higher levels of Lachnospiraceae gut microbes, a type associated with type 2 diabetes and obesity.

At age 3, these infants had a higher body mass index (BMI) than children without exposure to such high levels of disinfectants.

9. Avoid smoking

Smoking affects gut health as well as the health of the heart and lungs. It also greatly increases the risk of cancer.

A 2018 review of research published over a 16-year period found that smoking alters the intestinal flora by increasing potentially harmful microorganisms and decreasing the levels of beneficial ones.

These effects may increase the risk of intestinal and systemic conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Summary

Maintaining a healthy gut contributes to better overall health and immune function.

By making appropriate lifestyle and dietary changes, people can alter the diversity and number of microbes in their gut for the better.

Positive changes a person can make include taking probiotics, following a fiber-rich vegetarian diet, and avoiding the unnecessary use of antibiotics and disinfectants.

Other simple lifestyle changes a person can make include getting enough sleep and exercising regularly.

However, a person should talk to their doctor before making any drastic changes to their diet. This is because for some people, such as those with irritable bowel syndrome or other medical conditions, probiotics and fiber-rich or vegetarian diets may not be helpful.

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Survival Strategies in a Post-Covid World

Health Frontiers Radio – Survival Strategies in a Post-Covid World

Welcome to the Health Frontiers Radio show and podcast where our goal each week is to empower our listeners to become the champions of their health and their future through education and proper supplementation.

With the lockdown being lifted in the majority of the country, most of us are getting back to life in the “new normal” of a post-covid-19 world… if indeed there is such a thing.  Although much has been learned about the virus, there remain many questions about how to safely function at work and at play, and navigating the new normal which includes new laws, changing societal norms, and a very uncertain economic future.  Join our team as we discuss where we are now and what we can do to protect ourselves and our loved ones during this unprecedented time.  We are praying and believing that there is still a bright future for America and we plan to be a vital part of it - helping you to not only survive, but thrive through this crisis and beyond.

Hear from the "other side", the PHD experts we referenced in today's show.  You can find them on Youtube and Bitchute.com

Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai

Dr. Mikovits

Dr. Dolores Cahill

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Mother's Day Celebration 2020

Health Frontiers Radio - Mother’s Day Celebration

Welcome to the Health Frontiers Radio Show and Podcast where our goal is to empower our listeners to be the champions of their health and their future through education and proper supplementation. 

In the century since President Woodrow Wilson signed the proclamation making Mother’s Day a national holiday in 1914, there have been wars and depressions and every political and economic situation in between. But in a world that has changed so quickly in recent weeks—and one that is looking toward very real economic instability—Mother’s Day 2020 will take its place on the shortlist of most unusual second Sundays in May.

Join our team as we welcome two awesome Moms, Mary Lehner and Rebekah Newell (who are actually mother and daughter) to share their thoughts regarding the blessings and challenges of being a mother and grandmother - especially during these challenging times. 

These ladies have a wealth of valuable experience as Moms and in the business world. As you will see, both of these Moms know a thing or two about healthy choices and lifestyles as well.  Mary was a single Mom for 14 years and Rebekah runs her own essential oil business while raising three children ranging in ages from two weeks old to four years old!

For our Moms who need to reset their metabolism, sleep better, and have more energy after this pandemic lockdown, Logos has a special offer for the show on their amazing Kestasis program.  Get all three phases (7-week program, $4/day) at 17% off the listed price of $240.  For a limited time get all three for only $199.  My friends and family have completed this program and seen amazing results.  

We hope you will find this show to be as uplifting as we did with compelling information regarding birthing (hospital vs midwife), herd immunity, meals and supplements, grounding and the importance of getting sun, and building strong immunity.

Mary's art/painting company and where she can be reached for her Performance Branding as well:

www.lehnerfineart.com

Rebekah's essential oils company:

Find her at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_betterco/?hl=en and find her essential oils at https://campsite.bio/rebekahnewell

 

Dr. David Williams Article Review - Covid 19 - Truth and Lies

Health Frontiers Radio Podcast April 24. 2020

The Truth (and Lies) about Coronavirus 

Despite nonstop round the clock coverage of the Coronavirus pandemic, many people are confused by so many conflicting reports and so much conflicting advice.  To whom can we look for straight answers? 

Join our Health Frontiers panel as we review and discuss an impassioned editorial from David Williams MD, a highly respected family medicine and seasoned missionary practitioner who speaks from experience on the front lines of Covid-19 treatment in Alabama.  

https://coronavirustruths.godaddysites.com/?fbclid=IwAR2b0s9X20MJNL7W1Hb2KkeDoyDyvE6qR8dT-091qhqRhiLjofYxy1lS5xU

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Covid19 Update - April 10th with Dr. Shallenberger

Health Frontiers Radio

COVID-19 Novel Coronavirus Pandemic Update

The CDC’s February 25 warning regarding the emerging threat of a COVID-19 outbreak in the US was chilling indeed: “It is not a matter of if, but when it will spread in US communities, and Americans should prepare for “significant disruption” to their lives as a result”. Little did we know at the time just how disruptive it would be.

Six weeks later it appears that the virus has peaked, but it has taken a devastating toll in terms of lives lost and economic impacts to our worldwide economy.

Join the Health Frontiers Broadcast team as we interview Frank Shallenberger MD, a pioneer of integrative and anti-aging medicine and a respected authority on mitochondrial function and oxygen utilization in the body… something we know is significantly impaired in seriously ill Covid patients. Dr. Shallenberger will share with us the latest information from the front lines of combatting Covid in his patients and share some common sense wisdom on how to thrive during these uncertain times.

We will once again review what is known about the virus, symptoms, treatments and prevention strategies that will serve you well in strengthening your resistance to viral or microbial threats. 

Prevention

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
• If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water.

In addition to these avoidance/prevention strategies, the key to surviving and thriving in the face of emerging viral and microbial threats is to do all you can to maximize your health, vitality and natural resistance with a strong and balanced immune system:

1. Eat a balanced diet of wholesome foods - meats, grains, fruits, nuts and especially vegetables. Avoid refined carbs and processed foods, carbonated sodas, unfermented soy products and GMO grains.
2. Stay hydrated by drinking pure filtered water.
3. Get adequate rest and regular moderate exercise.
4. Take supplements to strengthen organs and detoxification systems, improve digestion, lower inflammation and oxidative stress, and maximize cellular energy potential… which is exactly what the Burgstiner Wellness Protocol is designed to do.
5. Take supplements that strengthen immunity and help support natural resistance during cold and flu season such as Immunotabs Organic Immune Support, Vitamin C with mixed bioflavonoids, Vitamin D3, and of course Zinc.

Get to know Dr. Shallenberger better by visiting his website or reading the latest and greatest in health news and how to get healthy and stay that way and reverse the aging process.

https://www.antiagingmedicine.com

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