Check your immunity
What is your immune function status? The factors below may put you at risk for depressed immune function.
- Frequent (more than four times per year) acute infections, such as a cold, flu or ear infection.
- Persistent infection, such as Candidiasis (Candida overgrowth), parasites, athlete`s foot, Epstein-Barr virus, herpes or warts.
- Cancer or a high risk of cancer.
- Slow healing wounds.
- Unexplained fatigue.
- Diet high in sugar.
- Hidden food allergies.
- Excessive stress.
- Insufficient sleep.
- Excess body weight.
- Silicone implants.
- Excessive exercise.
- Regular intake of aspirin or acetaminophen.
- Cortisone therapy or chemotherapy.
- Long history of antibiotic use.
- Long history of vaccinations.
- Recent accident or surgery.
- Exposure to mercury (dental amalgams, contaminated fish), lead (old paint, copper water pipes), cadmium (cigarettes) or arsenic.
- Exposure to pesticides, such as on non-organic foods, on lawns and in houses.
- Exposure to organic solvents, such as paint thinners, petroleum distillates or carpet cleaners.
If many of the above statements ring true for you, it`s advisable to investigate ways you can change your lifestyle or modify your behaviour so you are not working against your immune system.