Immune Building
Over the years I've learned that a well functioning immune system is the key to good health and a long life. If it is working properly, it should be able to defend against any threats. However, after years of chronic illness, it may need some help. The most important elements for improving the immune system is to avoid exposures to anything that taxes it, like drugs, chemicals, toxic food additives like artificial flavours (aspartame) artificial colours, preservatives, fertilizers, pesticides, GMOs etc. Additional help can be obtained by vitamins, minerals and herbal supplements.
Some chronically ill people need more help with rebuilding their immunity.
Some chronically ill people need more help with rebuilding their immunity.
A brief explanation of GcMAF
GcMAF simply activates the macrophages that are ever present, but which generally are not active until they get the chemical signal to do so. This signal is given by GcMAF, in the same way as your car will not work unless the key is used. GcMAF is generally made in a healthy body as a result of enzymes interacting with the gcprotein that is made in the liver. These enzymes are released by dying T and B cells, so kind of an SOS / emergency call. The enzymes transform gcprotein, which is abundant in the body, to GcMAF, a much rarer form of the protein. The macrophages recognise this protein as a sign that there is an infection somewhere, and step up to become active. In this activated condition, they can consume 15 times more than in the unactivated condition.
Once a macrophage has engulfed a pathogen, it antigen presents. This entails it putting small parts of the pathogen out for T and B cells to pick up. These cells then recognise the pathogen too. So by activating macrophages, this sets off an immune cascade, which brings the whole immune system to the fight.
Diets and Supplements
GcMAF will work regardless of whether you eat fast food or a raw vegan diet. However, if you are trying to recover, it is best to avoid introducing foods that contain toxins, as this gives the immune cells something else to do other than dealing with pathogens. Organic whole foods make a lot of sense. There are specific diets for specific ailments - ketogenic, Gerson and Budwig for cancer for example, and GAPS, gluten free, casein free (GFCF) for autism and your choice of diet is your own to research and to make.
For GcMAF to work at its best, levels of vitamin D must be in the 'normal' range, and if supplementing in order to use a high dose protocol, a combined D3/K2 would be better as these two work symbiotically. A wide range of good quality, organic fatty acids are also important, which is why the ketogenic diet is said to work well with GcMAF. Vitamin D is a fat based molecule, and the Gcprotein is a carrier for fatty acids. Ketogenic is a low carb, high fat, high protein diet with no added sugars. For vegetarians, the Eco Atkins diet gives some pointers.
Vitamin C, whilst not part of the GcMAF protocol has been indicated to be very helpful to improve the immune system overall
GcMAF simply activates the macrophages that are ever present, but which generally are not active until they get the chemical signal to do so. This signal is given by GcMAF, in the same way as your car will not work unless the key is used. GcMAF is generally made in a healthy body as a result of enzymes interacting with the gcprotein that is made in the liver. These enzymes are released by dying T and B cells, so kind of an SOS / emergency call. The enzymes transform gcprotein, which is abundant in the body, to GcMAF, a much rarer form of the protein. The macrophages recognise this protein as a sign that there is an infection somewhere, and step up to become active. In this activated condition, they can consume 15 times more than in the unactivated condition.
Once a macrophage has engulfed a pathogen, it antigen presents. This entails it putting small parts of the pathogen out for T and B cells to pick up. These cells then recognise the pathogen too. So by activating macrophages, this sets off an immune cascade, which brings the whole immune system to the fight.
Diets and Supplements
GcMAF will work regardless of whether you eat fast food or a raw vegan diet. However, if you are trying to recover, it is best to avoid introducing foods that contain toxins, as this gives the immune cells something else to do other than dealing with pathogens. Organic whole foods make a lot of sense. There are specific diets for specific ailments - ketogenic, Gerson and Budwig for cancer for example, and GAPS, gluten free, casein free (GFCF) for autism and your choice of diet is your own to research and to make.
For GcMAF to work at its best, levels of vitamin D must be in the 'normal' range, and if supplementing in order to use a high dose protocol, a combined D3/K2 would be better as these two work symbiotically. A wide range of good quality, organic fatty acids are also important, which is why the ketogenic diet is said to work well with GcMAF. Vitamin D is a fat based molecule, and the Gcprotein is a carrier for fatty acids. Ketogenic is a low carb, high fat, high protein diet with no added sugars. For vegetarians, the Eco Atkins diet gives some pointers.
Vitamin C, whilst not part of the GcMAF protocol has been indicated to be very helpful to improve the immune system overall
Available forms of GcMAF as of May 1 2017
Injectable GcMAF is still available to purchases here https://ibio.pt/services/goleic/
https://gcmaf.se/pricing/
http://www.saisei-mirai.or.jp/order_gcmaf/
http://www.gcmafforte.com/index.php
https://petgcmaf.com/ for pets but identical to human formula
http://www.himmunitas.org
Buyer Beware: They may not be able to ship to Canada. If they can, you could still loose it to border services.
MAFActive cream was an inexpensive alternative source that I was using, but it has now been removed from the market by the EU version of the FDA. Likewise, as soon as stocks are sold out, the Cytonic Food Supplements from Europe will no longer be available either.
I just did a search and found a new cream supplier though. http://www.purelivinghealthandwellness.com/glycoplus.html
Lymphatic massage points for strong immune support
The cream can be massaged into the lymphatic junction points in the throat, armpit, breast or groin areas. Lymph flows from the small capillaries to larger ones and onto the lymph nodes. One of the functions of lymphatic vessels is to move proteins into the bloodstream. A lymphatic massage at a lymph node junction with the cream can give a strong immune response. It is best to vary the site of application to encourage immunity throughout the body.
Other massage points for a more gentle immune support
An application to the back of the hand or lower leg may be more suited when a more gentle immune response is needed (Lyme disease, autism etc). Acupressure point ST36 (google this for more images) is at the top of the lower leg and away from lymph junctions. This may give a gentle immune support. The soles of the feet may also be a good place to apply at bedtime, but not initially as the feet are very connected to the rest of th ebody (think grounding, Ionic footbaths, reflexology). Ensure the area of application is clean and free of personal care chemicals before applying.
How much to use
Just a dab on the end of the finger is sufficient on a daily basis to help support the immune system. For new users who may have depressed immunity and coinfections, such as Lyme disease and CFS, a tiny amount should be tried initially, a smudge similar to the amount used when applying eye makeup. Leave 72 hours to assess whether the immune reaction will be a strong one, or not. When it becomes apparent that there will not be a healing crisis, increase the amount and vary the places where it is applied, to include lymphatic points.
Topical skin cream
The cream can be used topically on many skin conditions to encourage the macrophages and other immune cells within the dermis and epidermis to become active. This can then give a cascade effect as the antigen presenting by the macrophages brings other other immune cells to the response. So even applying topically to the back of the hand can encourage an immune response. An example of this in action was the application of the cream to one limb with lichen planus for comparison purposes. Both limbs cleared up, as the immune system became aware of the ailment to be treated.
Bravo Yogourt and Suppositories
Bravo yogourt is made at home from a kit. Bravo suppositories are once again available after being banned by FDA. These suppositories supply 40 strains of probiotics plus Colostrum to encourage your body to make more of it's own GcMAF.
https://biopureus.com/product/bravo-easy-kit/
https://biopureus.com/product/bravo-suppositories/
I did the yogourt kits for 10 months, plus one month of suppositories before they were banned last year, and I lost 45 lbs in the process. Personally, I feel I got more from them than the MAFActive cream, although it did give me a much needed energy boost.
There is info here on how to make your own suppositories from the yogourt, which would be very economical.
http://bravoprobiotic.co.uk/resources/
General info: https://biopureus.com/product/bravo-suppositories/
Injectable GcMAF is still available to purchases here https://ibio.pt/services/goleic/
https://gcmaf.se/pricing/
http://www.saisei-mirai.or.jp/order_gcmaf/
http://www.gcmafforte.com/index.php
https://petgcmaf.com/ for pets but identical to human formula
http://www.himmunitas.org
Buyer Beware: They may not be able to ship to Canada. If they can, you could still loose it to border services.
MAFActive cream was an inexpensive alternative source that I was using, but it has now been removed from the market by the EU version of the FDA. Likewise, as soon as stocks are sold out, the Cytonic Food Supplements from Europe will no longer be available either.
I just did a search and found a new cream supplier though. http://www.purelivinghealthandwellness.com/glycoplus.html
Lymphatic massage points for strong immune support
The cream can be massaged into the lymphatic junction points in the throat, armpit, breast or groin areas. Lymph flows from the small capillaries to larger ones and onto the lymph nodes. One of the functions of lymphatic vessels is to move proteins into the bloodstream. A lymphatic massage at a lymph node junction with the cream can give a strong immune response. It is best to vary the site of application to encourage immunity throughout the body.
Other massage points for a more gentle immune support
An application to the back of the hand or lower leg may be more suited when a more gentle immune response is needed (Lyme disease, autism etc). Acupressure point ST36 (google this for more images) is at the top of the lower leg and away from lymph junctions. This may give a gentle immune support. The soles of the feet may also be a good place to apply at bedtime, but not initially as the feet are very connected to the rest of th ebody (think grounding, Ionic footbaths, reflexology). Ensure the area of application is clean and free of personal care chemicals before applying.
How much to use
Just a dab on the end of the finger is sufficient on a daily basis to help support the immune system. For new users who may have depressed immunity and coinfections, such as Lyme disease and CFS, a tiny amount should be tried initially, a smudge similar to the amount used when applying eye makeup. Leave 72 hours to assess whether the immune reaction will be a strong one, or not. When it becomes apparent that there will not be a healing crisis, increase the amount and vary the places where it is applied, to include lymphatic points.
Topical skin cream
The cream can be used topically on many skin conditions to encourage the macrophages and other immune cells within the dermis and epidermis to become active. This can then give a cascade effect as the antigen presenting by the macrophages brings other other immune cells to the response. So even applying topically to the back of the hand can encourage an immune response. An example of this in action was the application of the cream to one limb with lichen planus for comparison purposes. Both limbs cleared up, as the immune system became aware of the ailment to be treated.
Bravo Yogourt and Suppositories
Bravo yogourt is made at home from a kit. Bravo suppositories are once again available after being banned by FDA. These suppositories supply 40 strains of probiotics plus Colostrum to encourage your body to make more of it's own GcMAF.
https://biopureus.com/product/bravo-easy-kit/
https://biopureus.com/product/bravo-suppositories/
I did the yogourt kits for 10 months, plus one month of suppositories before they were banned last year, and I lost 45 lbs in the process. Personally, I feel I got more from them than the MAFActive cream, although it did give me a much needed energy boost.
There is info here on how to make your own suppositories from the yogourt, which would be very economical.
http://bravoprobiotic.co.uk/resources/
General info: https://biopureus.com/product/bravo-suppositories/