Oxidative Stress by Neil Nedley, M.D.
Discovered in the research of human aging: That an imbalance between oxidants and antioxidants when the organism has exposures to adverse stimuli
Enhancing the immune system while under stress helps the antioxidant component
Oxidative Stress is implicated in virtually every known human disease:
Antioxidants are one of the effective strategies of prophylaxis and treatment of influenza virus infection. Emerging evidence has demonstrated that oxidative stress in an important contributor to infectious diseases such as HBV (Hepatitis B virus), HCV (Hepatitis C virus), HSV (Herpes simplex virus), and influenza
Anti-
Antioxidant Rich Vegetables: in order of level of antioxidant potential, highest to lower in value
1. Garlic – 60% less colds/year 70% fewer days affected
2. Kale
3. Spinach
4. Brussels sprouts
5. Broccoli flowers
6. Beets
7. Red bell pepper
8. Onion
9. Corn
10. Eggplant
Antioxidant Rich Fruits: in order of level of antioxidant potential, highest to lower in valule
1. Blueberries – marked decrease in oxidative stress markers, helped with muscle recovery after exercise
2. Blackberries
3. Strawberries – improved pre-
4. Raspberries
5. Plums
6. Oranges
7. Red grapes
8. Cherries
9. Kiwi Fruit
10. Pink Grapefruit
Elderberry Syrup and Influenza:
Prebiotics:
Zinc:
Oral Zinc supplementation reduces the incidence rate of acute respiratory infections by 35%, shortens the duration of flu-
Food Sources of Zinc:
Legumes: From highest to lower
Seeds/Nuts (3 oz.) High in Zinc: highest to lower
Melatonin important for sleep, to improve levels:
Tryptophan important in Melatonin production. Foods Rich in Tryptophan (mg/100/grams), highest to lower
Foods High in Melatonin: highest to lower in value
Physical Exercise and Oxidative Stress:
Causes more free radicals to be produced
5 minutes of vigorous exercise damages DNA
Marathon runners have significant DNA damage
Eating a serving of watercress a day decreased that DNA damage by over 70%
Marathon Training and Immune Function:
Many components of the immune system exhibit adverse change after marathon-
Of all immune cells, natural killer cells, neutrophils and macrophages exhibit the greatest changes in response to marathon competition, both in terms of numbers and function.
During this “open window” of immune dysfunction (may last between 3-
Moderate exercise improves immune function and reduces acute respiratory distress syndrome
OXIDATIVE STRESS