A Healthy Immune System—
The role it plays in prevention of allergies,
cancer and infectious disease
Barbara Lagoni,
Master Coordinator
BS Nutrition, Cornell University
Why do we need a strong
immune system?
• To fight infection from:
viruses
parasites
bacteria
yeasts ( candida )
• To destroy abnormal cells ( cancer )
• To prevent disease
(infectious disease, Pneumonia, fevers,
Tuberculosis, SARS, etc )
What weakens the immune system?
• Stress
– Emotional
– Physical (including extreme exercise)
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Sugar/ alcohol
Over exposure to toxins
Poor diet
Lack of rest
Genetics
Aging
Sugar Consumption
1900 -- 10 pounds
(per capita per year)
1985 – 124 pounds/ year
2000 – 160 pounds/ year
Dangers of Sugar
• Immune Dysfunction
– “ the anti-nutrient “ depletes vitamins & minerals
essential for the immune system
( B vitamins, antioxidants, iron and zinc)
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displaces natural nutritious foods
• Such as fruits and vegetables
• Soft drinks ( high fructose corn syrup) in place of milk or water
– slows white blood cells
More Dangers of Sugar
• Damaging Affect on the Brain
– Creates blood sugar swings
results in fatigue, poor focus, poor attention
span, irritability and mood swings
– Depletes essential nutrients for the brain
( B vitamins, zinc )
More Dangers of Sugar
• Sugar feeds Candida yeast
– Candida produces toxins
– Symptoms of Candida
• Brain – anxiety, depression, headache, irritability,
mood swings, poor memory & mental focus,
dizziness
• Digestive – diarrhea, bloating, gas, irritable bowel,
bad breath, heartburn, food allergies, constipation,
belching, abdominal pain, cravings for sweets,
bread & alcohol, mucous in stools
More Candida Symptoms
• Weakened Immune System--frequent
infections ( especially ears, tonsils ), sinus congestion,
chronic cough, pain or tightness in chest, environmental
sensitivities ( mold) , asthma-like symptoms
• Reproductive -- endometriosis, uterine fibroids,
cervical dysplasia, PMS premenstrual syndrome,
infertility, loss of libido, prostatitis, impotence, pelvic
pain, vaginal discharge & itching
• Other – acne, skin disorders, white coated tongue,
athlete’s foot, canker sores, nail fungus, burning tongue,
spots in front of eyes, rash or blisters in mouth, fatigue,
joint pain, muscle weakness, blurred vision
More Dangers of Sugar
• Aggravates inflammation
– Sugar causes the body to be more acidic
(along with meat and dairy )
Vegetables cause the body to be alkaline
– inflammatory conditions include heart
disease, arthritis, all “itises” , cancer, eczema,
asthma, etc
– the more insulin produced...
the more inflammation
More Dangers of Sugar
• High insulin levels cause cancer cells to
grow. At least 4 or 5 types of cancer have
been linked to high insulin levels
(Steve Chaney PhD and cancer researcher)
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Dental decay
Diabetes
Excessive weight gain
Osteoporosis ( body pulls calcium from
bones to make blood more alkaline )
More Dangers of Sugar
• Free radical damage is increased from
high insulin
• Damage to Digestive Tract
– Reduces production of digestive enzymes
– leads to allergies and immune issues
White Flour .. Sugar’s Cousin
• Refined carbohydrates.. Including breads
and baked goods, chips , crackers and
snacks .. All cause high insulin levels and
blood sugar surges.
How to Stop the Cravings
Obesity –not a will power issue…
Cravings are …
a metabolic imbalance
That causes blood sugar to plummet
– Cinch program or Energizing Soy Protein
– B Complex
– Glucose Regulation Complex
– Vita Lea
What strengthens the immune system?
• Avoid sugar and baked goods
• Diet rich in vegetables, fruits, whole
grains, legumes, low fat protein
• Water
• Exercise
• Adequate rest … 8 hours/day
• Nutritional supplements essential for the
immune system
• Reduce toxic exposure
Immune Building Supplements
• Start with nutrients that build healthy cells
needed for the immune system
( white blood cells, thymus gland, antibodies, etc )
– Vita Lea Multi /Immunity Formula I
– Vita C
– Vita E Complex
– Energizing Soy Protein
– CarotoMax
– FlavoMax
– Zinc
Additional Supplements
Then add herbal extracts and probiotics to support
the immune system further:
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Nutriferon
Garlic Complex
Optiflora
Shaklee Defend and Resist ( Echinacea plus)
The importance of antioxidants
• To protect cells from free radical damage
– thousands of assaults on cells every day from toxins
– damages DNA of cells ( cancer, Alzheimers, ALS,
Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Parkinsons , etc )
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Exposure to toxins & pollution
From white blood cells fighting infections
From normal metabolism
Exposure to sun & radiation
Toxic Exposure Study
• 167 foreign chemical compounds found in the
blood
• 112 threatened nearly every organ of the body
at every stage of life
• 53 chemicals known to cause cancer
• 62 chemicals toxic to brain and nervous system
• 55 associated with birth defects
New York Mt Sinai School of Medicine Study published in Public Health Reports Journal
Sustained Release Vita C 500
• First sustained-release vitamin C to use all
natural plant gums and waxes.. slowly releasing
the whole vitamin C complex over 5 hours.
• The role of Vitamin C
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Antioxidant
Natural antihistamine
Builds connective tissue (tendons, ligaments)
Reduces risk of cataracts
Helps reduce allergy symptoms
Helps reduce risk of cancer
Used in prevention and treatment of colds
Who Benefits from Vitamin C
stress
bleeding gums
varicose veins
chronic infection
asthma
prickly heat
anemia
weakened immune system
Source – Nutrition and You , Vita Books@wi.rr.com
bruise easily
nose bleeds
spider veins
allergies
frequent colds/flu
swollen glands
colon polyps
slow healing wounds
CarotoMax
• 6 extremely potent fat-soluble carotenoids
(lycopene, lutein, zeaxanthin, alpha & beta carotene, astaxanthin)
• Support health of eyes, prostate, immune
system, heart, lungs, and cervix (higher fat contents)
• For people who don’t eat 5 to 9 servings of
fruits and vegetables/ day
• Benefits:
macular degeneration
family history of cancer
cervical dysplasia
detoxifies liver
FlavoMax
• Contains all 6 classes of the highly potent water-soluble
flavonoid antioxidants (from seeds, peels, flowers and bark)
• Protects areas where blood is concentrated
(liver, heart & cardiovascular, intestines, immune system,lungs)
• Benefits
Anti-inflammatory
anti-cancer
inhibits tumor formation
anti-viral
natural antibiotic
keeps blood vessels elastic
inhibits plaque formation
allergies, asthma, sinusitis
eczema, psoriasis
gout
herpes
sore throat, colds, flu
prostatitis
cataracts
protects against oxidation of LDL cholesterol
Source – Nutrition and You , VitaBooks@wi.rr.com
Zinc
wound healing
prostate health
detoxify liver from alcohol
lowers risk of premature delivery
lost in perspiration
loss of taste, smell, appetite
acne
nerve damage
protects eyes
anorexia
pregnancy & lactation
colds and flu
white spots on fingernails
sexual maturity
fertility
cataracts
Premium Garlic Complex
• Potency of fresh raw garlic without the odor
• Patented ShakleeGuard ensures quality &
freshness
• Odor-controlled from:
– Gentle low temperature drying process
– Spearmint & rosemary extract
– Formulated to release allicin (active ingredient) lower
in intestinal tract
Benefits of Garlic
• Immune Benefits
Anti-inflammatory
Anti-viral
Anti-bacterial
Anti-fungal
Kills intestinal parasites
Protects from radiation
Increase white blood
cells
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• Cardio Benefits
Lower cholesterol
Raises HDL ( good cholesterol)
Helps lower triglycerides
Increases fluidity of blood
Neutralizes free radicals
Helps lower blood pressure
Blood cleanser, traps metals
lowers blood glucose in diabetics
Nutriferon
• 4 plant extracts
(pumpkin seeds, plantago seeds, safflower
seeds and Japanese honeysuckle ),
thus completely safe and natural
• Developed by the immunologist who helped
discover interferon
(key component of immune response)
• Increases interferon production
• Increases effectiveness of macrophages
(white blood cells that act like “pac men” gobbling up viruses,
bacteria, cancer cells, and other “invaders”)
The role of interferon
• Produced by cells in response to viral infection
• Called interferon because they “interfere” with
replication of foreign cells
• Attach themselves to cell being attacked and start a
series of events that protect the cell from the viruses.
– Suppress cell proliferation
– Enhance activity of macrophages
– Increase effectiveness of lymphocytes for target cells
– Inhibits virus replication in virus-infected cells
Who would benefit from Nutriferon
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Compromised immunity
Colds and flu
Allergies
Asthma
Hepatitis C
Surgery
Cancer
Chemotherapy
Optiflora Probiotic System
• Restores beneficial micro-organisms to lower
intestines
– lost from antibiotics, diarrhea, chemotherapy, steroid and other
medications
• Keeps undesirable bacteria and yeasts in check
• Strengthens the immune system
• Triple encapsulation –
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protects acidophilus, bifidus and other probiotics from stomach acids
Unique, Patented “Triple Encapsulation”
Technology Protects “Live” Microflora
“Live” microflora
Water & oxygen barrier
Stomach acid protection
Only Shaklee has it!
OPTIFLORA™ completely survives stomach acid.
Microflora are released in the intestine.
Who Benefits from Optiflora
flatulence
abdominal cramps
bloating
diarrhea
constipation
digestive disorders
candida yeast issues
colitis
allergies/sinus
acid reflux
antibiotics/steroid medications
bottle-fed babies
low fiber/poor diets
irritable bowel syndrome
ear infections
Shaklee Defend & Resist
• Echinacea, larch tree, elderberry extracts
• Take at the onset of infection for 7 days
• Boost production and activity of white
blood cells
• Standardized extracts to ensure potency
and effectiveness
• Can be chewed, swallowed, made into a
tea
Where to Start
Shaklee Vitalizer
And the
Shaklee Wellness Pack…
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Energizing Soy Protein or Cinch Shakes
Nutriferon
Reduce Toxic Exposure
Philosophy behind all Shaklee products is…
“Living in Harmony with Nature”
• Shaklee personal care products
Hypoallergenic
pH balanced
No artificial colorants
no heavy mineral oils
Enfuselle anti oxidant formulas
herbal & botanical extracts
Minerelles cosmetics (mineral-based healthy for your skin)
• Shaklee cleaning products
Fresh Laundry Concentrate
Basic H All Purpose Cleaner
Basic G Concentrated Germicide or Disinfectant Wipes
• Air Source Indoor Air Purification
Medical Experts say…
“In the coming decades,
the most important determinants of
health and longevity
will be the personal choices
made by each individual.”
The Journal of the American Medical Association
The Shaklee Difference
“The road to health, happiness and
fulfillment is found in Nature.
Our only task is to follow it, stopping along
the way to learn Nature’s secrets and
enjoy her fruits.”
Dr. Forrest C Shaklee. Sr.