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The immune system is the body's best defense against foreign invaders including viruses, bacteria and fungi. In general, good health depends on a strong immune system because everything-from speed and deterioration of aging to the recovery from any disease-relies upon the efficiency of this system.
The Good Acid
Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, is water soluble. It functions as an antioxidant that lessens the harsh effects of harmful chemicals in the body.
Here are some other benefits of Vitamin C.
1. It synthesizes collagen. A weak collagen allows bacteria and toxins to infiltrate the body.
2. It enhances the body's physical and immune system defenses against infections.
3. It increases the body's production of glutathione, an antioxidant that stimulates the immune system and
and detoxifies bacterial waste products.
4. It increases interferon levels and antiviral substances produced in the body, increasing antibody levels
in the bloodstream and boosting the activity of the thymus gland. Mega Vitamin C therapy is used in
treatment of AIDS, cancer and other diseases in which boosting the immune system function is of
primary importance.
5. It increases the immunity and T cell activities in elderly people.
6. It is vital to white blood cells in destroying invading viruses and bacteria.
If infection is present, infusion of vitamin C shortens the duration and severity of an infection.
7. Regular intake of Vitamin C contributes to the development of healthy bones to prevent
periodontal diseases.
8. Eating Vitamin C-rich fruits and fresh vegetables substantiates the depleted vitamin C caused by
stress or infection.
CARROT-MANGO-LIME JUICE
You will need:
2 pieces carrots
1 piece ripe mango
1/2 cup lime juice
4 cups water
Sugar as needed
Here's how:
1. Peel carrots, then chop and puree.
2. Add the mango flesh and lime juice.
3. Blend.
4. Add water.
5. Add sugar according to taste.
6. Serve cold.
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