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最近是不是发现，身边的同事一个接一个的感冒了。没错，春季冷热交替，易发流感。利用功能医学方法预防、治疗流感，有意想不到的效果。
1.勤洗手，且要洗彻底
这是阻止流行病的首要方法，同时也能很好预防其他呼吸道感染疾病。用肥皂水搓洗双手至少20秒，这样才能彻杀死病毒，大约也就唱一首ABC歌的功夫。
2.治愈肠道
功能医学关注肠道健康，肠道是通往健康之门的重要器官。人体内80%的免疫系统位于肠道内，所以请确保你的肠道处于最佳状态，肠道内多菌种益生菌的数量至少有250亿个。
3.减少糖和酒精的摄取
饮酒会抑制人体的中枢神经系统；摄取大量的糖会抑制免疫系统并且减弱人体对抗流感的能力。
4.减轻压力
众所周知，压力可以抑制我们的免疫系统功能，冥想、瑜伽或者针灸是不错的放松技巧。
5.每天睡眠7-9小时
人体需要依靠睡眠排除日常生活中所获得毒素，长期睡眠不足会显著降低人体免疫系统功能。
6.摄取谷胱甘肽、姜黄素和维生素C
抗氧化剂对人体的免疫系统非常重要。人体内的谷胱甘肽是最重要的抗氧化剂，负责加强免疫系统功能，帮助肝脏排毒；姜黄素是姜黄的一种橙色色素，它是一种强有力的抗氧化剂，促进人体关节健康和心血管健康；维生素C提供了强大的抗氧化保护，优化我们的免疫功能。
7.优化维生素D水平
维生素D是强大的免疫系统调制器。最佳的维生素D水平范围是50-70ng/ml，人体每天应摄取5000iu的维生素D。当然，具体摄取量最好遵循医生建议。
8.摄取足够的锌
锌也是一种强大的抗氧化剂。在免疫系统中，锌是基因调控和中心粒细胞、自然杀伤细胞和淋巴细胞运作的必需品。锌缺乏的人容易被大量的病原体感染，包括流感在内。
9.运动适度
锻炼可以增加人体的血液循环和减轻压力，从而增强人体的免疫能力。增加循环可以使抗体在血液中流通的更快，有助于免疫系统抵抗疾病的侵袭。同时，锻炼可以减轻压力，减缓体内应激素的释放。
英文原文
A Functional Medicine Approach to Preventing the Flu:
.Wash your hands frequently and thoroughly
This is the number one way to prevent the flu and other respiratory infections. You must scrub your hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds in order to kill viruses. Twenty seconds is about how long it takes to sing the ABC’s one time through. Do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth without first washing your hands.
.Heal your gut
Your gut is the gateway to health. 80% of your immune system is located in your gut. Make sure your gut is in tip-top shape and take a high quality, multi-strain probiotic with at least 25 billion units.
.Reduce alcohol and sugar consumption
Even moderate alcohol consumption suppresses the central nervous system, and therefore your immune system. Consuming too much sugar can suppress the immune system and make it more difficult for your body to fight off infections like the flu.
.Reduce your stress
Stress is known to suppress our immune systems. Consider meditation, yoga, or acupuncture for additional relaxation techniques.
.Get 7-9 hours of sleep every night
Your body relies on sleep to recuperate from daily exposure to toxins. Chronic sleep deprivation can significantly reduce immune function.
.Take glutathione, turmeric, and vitamin c
Antioxidants are very important for your immune function. Glutathione is the chief antioxidant in your body, responsible for enhancing your immune system and helping your liver with detoxification. Curcumin is the orange pigment in turmeric and a potent antioxidant that improves joint health and cardiovascular function. Vitamin C provides potent antioxidant protection, support optimal immune function.
.Optimize vitamin D Level
Vitamin D is a powerful immune system modulator. Optimal levels range from 50 to 70 ng/mL. For many that can mean taking 5000 IU per day; however, I don’t recommend this unless you are followed closely by a physician.
.Consider a zinc supplement
Zinc is another powerful antioxidant that plays a crucial role in immune health. Within the immune system, zinc is needed for gene regulation and functioning of neutrophils, natural killer cells, and lymphocytes. Individuals with a zinc deficiency are highly susceptible to a number of pathogens, including the influenza virus.
.Get plenty of exercise
Exercise can boost your immune system by increasing your circulation and relieving stress. Increased circulation allows antibodies to travel throughout your bloodstream faster, making it easier for your immune system to fight off an illness. Exercise can also enhance your immune system by relieving stress and slowing the release of stress hormones in the body.
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