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Dr. Michael Murray The IMMUNE FA CTOR - Natural MediFAQS

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Additional <strong>Natural</strong> Immune Support<br />

V. Slama, that contains Echinamide with extracts of<br />

astragalus, reishi mushroom, lomatium and licorice<br />

root. In addition to enhancing immune function, these<br />

additional herbs all have demonstrated antiviral<br />

activity. In Canada, the product is called Anti-Viral<br />

Formula while in the US it is called “Anti-V”.<br />

Does a person’s mood or attitude affect immune function<br />

Our mood and attitude have a tremendous bearing on<br />

the function of our immune system. <strong>The</strong> bottom line is<br />

that when we are happy and optimistic, our immune<br />

system functions much better. Conversely, when we are<br />

depressed, our immune system tends to be depressed.<br />

When a person is under more stress or is depressed,<br />

they will need to make a conscious effort to boost their<br />

immune system—that includes taking their supplements.<br />

It is not only major life stresses that can cause<br />

depressed immune function, but the more significant<br />

the stressor the greater the impact on the immune<br />

system. Negative emotions suppress immune function<br />

while positive emotions enhance immune function. In<br />

my clinical practice, whenever a patient is suffering<br />

from low immune function I will ask them who their<br />

favorite comedian is and then write a prescription for<br />

them to watch a movie or TV show that features that<br />

comedian.<br />

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