Clinical Use
To tonify qi, blood and jing.
In western medicine terms, DEEPLY IMMUNE
helps strengthen the immune system. It also helps protect
against pathogens during the cold and flu season.
This formula is recommended to be included in a supplement
support program when treating chronic deficiency type diseases.
It is ideal for patients who are undergoing chemo-therapy
or suffer from Chronic Fatigue. HIV positive patients can
also benefit from taking this formula.
Suggested Dosage
2 tsp. in c warm water, 2x daily between
meals. More deficient individuals, may increase the dosage
to 1 tbl. in c warm water 2x daily.
Cautions & Considerations
This formula has a wide margin of safety.
As with any tonic, stop taking it when there are cold / flu
symptoms or a bacterial infection (take Self
Defense, Attack #1 or Attack
#2). Once the symptoms are resolved, resume taking DEEPLY
IMMUNE. A small percentage of patients cannot take
a formula with Astragalus in it (due to headaches).
If this is the case, use the Super
Tonic formula.
TCM Explanation of the Formula
The profound healing powers of fungi and
mushrooms have been known throughout China for thousands of
years. They are considered longevity herbs in Taoist formulas.
More recently, there have been extensive clinical studies
which have identified a number of compounds in them that stimulate
immune function and inhibit bacterial, viral and tumor growth.
Extracts of Coriolus, Maitake and Reishi
Mushroom are carefully made and make up almost 40%
of the formula.
Cat’s Claw and Pau d’Arco
are two well-known (and studied) South American herbs that
have some similar properties. They have been extensively used
to treat chronic illnesses such as cancer and other degenerative
conditions.
Eleuthro and Astragalus
are two deep acting (and not very warming) qi tonics. They
increase energy and endurance. In the last 15 years, there
have been many studies showing that, even on its own, Astragalus
has very strong Immuno-stimulating properties. Eleuthro
has been used extensively by Russian Olympic athletes, during
training, to increase endurance.
Lycium Berry is considered
a blood and jing tonic. Studies have show that it increases
the production of red blood cells, Interleukin 2 and CD8 T
cells.
Coriolus, Maitake Mushroom, Reishi Mushroom, Cat’s
Claw and Licorice Root clear toxic
heat. Usually herbs that do this are somewhat cold in nature.
These five herbs are more neutral so they do not adversely
affect the digestive system as can be the case with cold herbs.
This dual function is quite valuable to help clear out any
hidden toxic pathogens and, at the same time, restore the
qi, blood and jing. From a naturopathic view, they can also
be considered to have liver (organ) and blood detox functions.
Citrus Peel tonifies the qi and helps prevent
the spleen and stomach qi from stagnating.
Overall, DEEPLY IMMUNE is a deep acting neutral
tonic. This allows it to be used when there are mild heat
signs along with qi deficiency. (Start with a smaller dosage
and build up to the regular dose.)
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