The Amazing Neutrophil Function – Dr.Berg

If you want to protect yourself against infection, you need to understand neutrophil function. Just so you know, my full line of high-quality supplements is available on Amazon — search Dr. Berg Supplements. Timestamps 0:00 What is a neutrophil?  1:47 How sugar affects neutrophils 2:28 Grief and neutrophils 3:25 Neutrophils and autoimmune diseases 3:52 Vitamin C and neutrophils 4:50 Cortisol and neutrophils 6:00 Vitamin C and other remedies  Let's talk about neutrophil. A neutrophil is a type of white blood cell. The white blood cells are part of the immune system.  Neutrophils are your primary defense against: • Bacteria  • Fungus  • Candida  • Some viruses  A neutrophil is a specialized type of white blood cell. It's a type of phagocyte, which is a cell that eats things up. It consumes bacteria. It also releases powerful enzymes to break down proteins—bacteria are made of proteins. If a person is consuming refined carbs or sugar in their diet, neutrophils will go after that sugar instead of the infection. They are basically neutralized by sugar.  There is a study that shows that grief can actually suppress neutrophils. This can make the person susceptible to infections and autoimmune conditions.  Neutrophils have also been found in high amounts in people with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis. This means that neutrophils can go rogue and actually lose their ability to differentiate between a microbe and your own tissue, which is an autoimmune case.  Vitamin C is a great remedy. Vitamin C is a good natural antihistamine, and it can help speed up the activation of neutrophils. If you're low in vitamin C, you won't be able to fight infections very well.  Cortisol tends to suppress white blood cells but increases neutrophils. But, when cortisol decreases, the person's immune system is weak. We really need cortisol in just the right amounts. If you're stressed, consuming sugar, and deprived of vitamin C, you're setting yourself up for more infections and inflammation.  If you take a vitamin C supplement, it may be best to take a vitamin C complex and not just ascorbic acid. Lemons and limes are very high in vitamin C. Apple cider vinegar is also great to help phagocytes work faster.  Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio: Dr. Berg, age 57, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media. Follow Me On Social Media: Facebook: https://bit.ly/FB-DrBerg Instagram: https://bit.ly/IG-DrBerg TikTok: https://bit.ly/TikTok-DrBerg Disclaimer: Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. #keto #ketodiet #weightloss #ketosis Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand neutrophil function.