Best Food to Counter Stress-Induced Immune Suppression

How to improve immune function in children, and adults under physical or psychological stress.
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[@sreegoogid]

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[@Ryansarcade9]

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[@Carcarfranklin]

When you feel like giving up, and then get great news- man what a wonderful message here. Something we all love and use weekly will help battle stress induced colds. Best news a mom of two boys could get on a day like today!

[@MrsKoldun]

I just received the How not to Die cookbook and tried the lentil spaghetti! It was really delicious. The recepies are good and the design of the book is extremely pretty. 10/10

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I got mine recently also and ya its fucking awesome!

[@VeganWalk]

I've made a few recipes on my channel. I've made the roasted vegetable lasagna, the fudgy no bake brownies, and several of the simple preparations. Last night I made a pumpkin smoothie and that we pretty good too. A little tricky with my particular blender though... It is the best book for sure!

[@Falafelzebub]

My friend's yoga instructor lost her home in one of our California wildfires this past July, and is struggling even now with illness that is preventing her from holding classes. That kind of stress really does compromise our immune responses.

[@Falafelzebub]

Thank you Doodle Master. I will pass that along.

[@lovelygirl2141]

Best of luck to your friend.

[@Falafelzebub]

Thank you.

[@ColleenLytle-sq8tx]

Thank you, I appreciate your time and effort.

[@matthijs5437]

thanks, awesome vid! very informative

[@michaelakilian1438]

Is there any connection between tinnitus and stress? Or tinnitus and nutrition? My vegan friend who is a marathon runner has tinnitus and I am wondering whether the stress is depleting his body of nutrients and that this in turn could cause or affect the tinnitus?

[@thewayoutisthru4697]

I too would like to know. I also am a vegan marathon runner who has tinnitus. Doctors have no idea why, could only give me a useless pamphlet of how to cope with a life with tinnitus.

[@edrabogucki401]

The cause of tinnitus is unknown, all we can do is cope. I participated in a months long study, found that if I’m doing something and not thinking about tinnitus I don’t notice it so it doesn’t bother me. Plus I use brown noise ( there’s white noise & pink noise too) to go to sleep by. Hope that helps.

[@Anne-ub1nq]

I'm not sure about tinnitis specifically, but magnesium is essential for proper ear function. Deficiency can cause muscle aches, and issues sleeping for sure. I do believe stress can also deplete magnesium levels, so as long as you're getting the recommended amount every day, that should help improve ear discomfort... 👍

[@Phi1eap]

Please add citated studies in the description.

[@MrEnergyCzar]

Good sleep hygiene, high protein vegan diet, regular exercise, 100oz water/day and managing stress well are the keys... hard to prove though.

[@nicolcacola]

MrEnergyCzar Common sense of this is good enough :)

[@chriskeith1980]

Can you tell babies to sleep through the night so all parents can have good sleep hygiene? ;)

[@gdcat777]

High protein? Protein is toxic in oversupply.

[@MrEnergyCzar]

gdcat777 not from plants, animals maybe, yes.

[@gdcat777]

MrEnergy Janice Stanger PhD, "The Dangerous Truth About Protein" here on youtube presents otherwise.

[@ShayC143]

I put nooch on EVERYTHANG !!! #noochfordaysssss

[@sophieatkinson64]

What about oatmeal?

[@thomaswalz3515]

A couple years ago, I did a whole immune system supplement program, along with eating vegan... often. This also included gym workouts, weights, preceded by 20 minutes of aerobic as a warm up. I worked a job that wasn't familiar to my normal circadian patterns, was often sleep deprived, the job too, was stressful, militaristic routine and obedience expected. They did a physical on me in house, and blood tests indicated a high white count, which seemed to freak them out. I didn't have any injuries, infections, illness, and felt good in spite of the sleep deprivation. My immune program did include 400mg of Beta Glucan, probiotics, L-glutamine, NAC, others. I never once even had a sniffle or sore throat.... and it was a brutal winter, plus, I was around people who had colds. I was dismissed from this job a week after the physical. I miss that fat paycheck, but not the hours and routine... I moved on... I'm curious. Could supplements affect my white count?

[@nicolcacola]

Thomas Walz Why would a high white count equal dismissal?

[@thomaswalz3515]

Nikki H , good question. I'm not sure if it was the whole reason for dismissal, but it may have contributed to it. It is of no consequence. I didn't like the work, my immediate superior was sarcastically abusive, and would tease me about my diet, relentlessly, amongst many other things. I also worked around a highly carcinogenic, corrosive, AND highly explosive compound. It was a bit unsettling.

[@nicolcacola]

Thomas Walz It was definitely for the best then!

[@aitoraltuna]

I actually take 3g of brewer's yeast (nutritional yeast isn't popular in spain) a day. What amount would you suggest? Thank you for all the videos and info, really appreciate it

[@387Rossana]

Very informative video thanks Dr.

[@vivianjones5569]

Why can't I click on the Candida, Chron's, and Is nutritional yeast good for you links? They've been removed just wondering why. And would like to see them.😌

[@derrickmceachern2908]

Very interesting. Especially given that I have done allergy testing that indicates food allergies, IGG and high IGA antibodies to both Bakers and Brewers Yeast. My doctor tells me that I should be avoiding these foods as consuming them would compromise my immune system. 2 Questions. 1. Do the benefits outweigh the risks of consumption - I feel much better not on these foods - I get serious sinus congestion when consuming. Secondly, my allergy testing did not include Nutritional Yeast. Would it likely cause the same IGA antibody reactions? Finally, Dr. Gregor, what advice would you give for people who have IGA allergies to supposedly healthy foods - Blueberries, Cranberries, Mushrooms, Sesame are also causing an allergic response.

[@nicolcacola]

Derrick McEachern If the body is allergic, it's auto immune response is opposite to what is beneficial to the body and food should be subbed for those with equal benefits :)

[@edrabogucki401]

Nutritional yeast has a different effect; each yeast is a different food, not a different flavor. Look at the labels for each, google & ask your doctor.

[@dodgeball693]

Isn't beta glucan also the primary fiber type in oatmeal??

[@philddlesticks]

it would be good to look at the immunosuppressive effects of polyunsaturates

[@onyomi]

What about the other video suggesting nutritional yeast increases the chances of IBS?

[@anealin]

My cold symptoms are way way less when I exercise everyday including during illness. But I cannot cope with stresses. I become hypochondriac when stressed bc I think now i'm gonna get some sort of autoimmune shit because of all that stress and it stresses me out even more. Vicious circle. I often find myself confused after watching dr. Greger's videos, bc I think I am the only one who did not get "so, what's the conclusion? What shall I do now?" Probably, that's just me, bc English is not my native language, so if you got what to do, please do not hesitate to comment down below. but if you too like me did not understand the idea, just follow what the smart guys will write down here.

[@Cmenz22]

Анна Лищинская Start taking cold showers and ice baths very frequently, that stress makes you stronger mentally and physically. Its worth a shot to see how it helps with your mental fortitude in stressful situations.

[@CsoSly]

The science suggests that beta-glucan, the fiber found in nutritional yeast, can reduce severity of symptoms from cold infections.

[@anealin]

Making KZbin Great Again I take contrast showers everyday and I go to sauna for 15 mins 3x week and then go under cold shower. Doesn't work for me.... ((( Argentum nitricum (homeopathic drug) really helps with panic attacks, but stress - no...

[@natureasintended]

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[@sexyjamal7774]

+Анна Лищинская Using supplements containing silver is a very bad idea because your body can't actually get rid of silver. It causes a condition called argyria.

[@labradorluvable]

Hopefully nutritional yeast mixed with grits will counter the emotional stress of getting a night owl teenager to school on time.

[@AndrewPawley11]

I love this channel!

[@provenhealthbenefits]

What this video fails to mention is that clinical studies have shown that molecular structure and size is critical to the biological activity of beta glucans, which means that looking over the clinical research across different brands does not give you the full picture. Comparison studies show that some beta glucans are less effective than others, even though they all may be sourced from yeast (both extraction method and proprietary yeast strains also plays a role). So to estimate the true effect of a beta glucan you need to look at the specific research for each brand. If not you are left with a general conclusion that does not reflect the full immune priming potential of some of the best documented brands.

[@sebablast]

yesss thank u

[@listofromantics]

Is it the beta glucans or the increased intake of B Vitamins (including B12), Manganese, Copper, Zinc, and Magnesium (vital minerals and vitamins) that nutritional yeast is a good source of???

[@kieranmortimer5884]

Doesn't oatmeal contain beta glucans? Why buy a supplement when you can just eat it as a healthy meal every morning?

[@nene5857]

indeed

[@donaldfafard]

so does oatmeal have it or not?

[@Zyklon_B_still_and_know_God]

It does

[@provenhealthbenefits]

Because there is a difference in the branching and molecular structure of beta glucans, making a variation in their health effects. Oats do contain beta 1,3/1,4 glucan, whilst yeast typically contains beta 1,3/1,6 glucan. Beta glucans from oats have been shown to have a cholesterol lowering effect when 3 grams a day is taken, which is about 100 grams of the most common type of oat. For the best types of yeast beta glucan to have an immune priming effect you typically need 2 to 2.5 milligrams of beta glucan per kilo of body weight, as shown in some clinical studies, or about 250 milligrams for an adult up to 100 kilos of body weight. You may get some immune benefits from oats, including an improved gut microbiome, but it is mushrooms and yeasts that are best known to show an effect on the immune system in clinical trials. Hope that helps.

[@donaldfafard]

excellent info *Beta Glucan Shop* for the immune priming effect of 2-2.5mg/kg, is that once, twice or three times per day? .

[@nancyplants757]

Delicious AND good for the immune system??!!! What can't nutritional yeast do?

[@KL89452]

Does the beta glucan have to be in nutritional yeast to see benefits? Are there any studies on beta glucan sourced in oatmeal for example?

[@KL89452]

Thanks for the thorough response. I've not been a fan of nutritional yeast till now, but I'll be sure to start adding it to some more meals from now on.

[@peacefulstrengthvegan5322]

Nutrional Yeast FTW!

[@pgrothschild]

Awesome video! Bought his book for my sister for Christmas, along with the cookbook in an attempt to help her reconsider her diet (and to go vegan!).. =D

[@MichaelMankong]

Nice

[@veg]

Can i buy nutritional yeast in cyprus?

[@adlozi]

i think you can get it everywhere nowadays, check out some eco-shops.

[@emanuelporic]

Iherb.com - i buy everything here :)

[@exer2exer]

Try here: veggie-shop24.com I buy it here...

[@veg]

I can not buy from online shops guys. They don't deliver stuff in cyprus! You need to drive to the post office to get your stuff...

[@MichelleVisageOnlyFans]

Too bad you can't buy a brain there! That might come much more in handy for ya!

[@eelkeaptroot1393]

I'll definitely believe nooch might increase auto-immune response, cause it gives me red spots around my nose...

[@natureasintended]

I think the one with B12 added is formulated differently. Myself and someone else reported similar effect (subjective evidence which may have had other cause), but no problem with the original one (Engevita brand).

[@eelkeaptroot1393]

The brand I used has no added B12, that was my initial motivation to start using it, that and people said would taste like cheese, which I never agreed on judging be the two tablespoons I consumed,.

[@natureasintended]

So your brand is B12 free? I'm fine with B12 supplementation itself. Yes it's savory rather than exactly cheese like.

[@brickslayer8743]

I wanted to share a possible problem with niacin or B3 from yeast and other foods. 1 tbsp of Trader Joe's Nutritional Yeast has 15 mg of niacin. However, when combined with other nutritious foods consumed throughout the day, my niacin intake is sometimes over 35 mg per day - and 35 mg/day is the maximum safe intake according to RDA values.The same brand of yeast has 130% of B12 as cyanocobalamin per 1 tsbp. I take 1.5 to 2 teaspoons a day of instead of the full tablespoon to prevent niacin toxicity. Please look up the side effects of too much niacin. It could definitely be something else (the spots you are describing), but I thought I'd share my hunch. Too much of a good thing? -Best.

[@koshowulf]

I get rashes on my face too, if I keep it to a very small amount I’m ok

[@calikokat9379]

Nutritional yeast gives me a headache...I think it's the sulphur in the yeast...

[@newn0z]

I believe there are a lot of dishes with nutritional yeast in them. Maybe not enough for daily but quite a few. The other way is to mix with water. drink it fast followed by something tastier. I have ASD which means i'm almost always stressed so...

[@lssl8934]

What if you have Ig reaction to yeast? Also, one of my family members has an autoimmune disease, yeast will hyper stimulate the immune system.

[@vanesavaldez626]

So mushrooms increase imgA as well

[@sexyjamal7774]

What about oat beta-glucan?

[@t.thomas6967]

What is the food? don't have sound

[@wakjob961]

This is probably why every farmer, homesteader, rancher, ect... i know are hardly ever sick.

[@gdcat777]

Great, something else to complicate my life.

[@buddhabrot]

can i eat fresh yeast instead?

[@ericulric223]

I wish I could but the last attempt I made at using nutritional yeast led to a full on gut flora battle and corresponding inflammatory accompaniment. Not the worse ever but avoidable.

[@edrabogucki401]

😱

[@tgypoi]

Is there beta glucan in Vegemite/Marmite?

[@leonardodavinci7425]

Going to buy a beta glucan supplement because of this video!

[@patrickbateman4541]

Leonardo Da Vinci lars bar too?

[@leonardodavinci7425]

Most definitely!

[@karen90631]

Yeah I came away thinking I was going to drive to Trader Joe's today and buy some nutritional yeast and add a teaspoon to my morning and evening turmeric amla elixir.

[@donaldfafard]

last night on amazon I bought a 2 pack of 250mg, 90 capsules each bottle of beta glucan from piping rock for 20 bucks plus shipping.

[@eppyz]

That's allot of nutritional yeast. 2 tbns? I sprinkle it on stuff but it's not 2 tbns worth.

[@edrabogucki401]

Jeff eppenger, 2 tsp is what Dr. G recommends in his Daily Dozen app

[@edrabogucki401]

I too just sprinkle on!

[@Brandonian3030]

Astragulus and reishi

[@mariahspapaya]

Am I the only one who can't stand nutritional yeast?😷

[@edrabogucki401]

Probably not.

[@biophoton7245]

Mention where we can find the highest sources of this. I wont buy nutritional yeast, since its deactivated yeast...

[@saullopez602]

VEG GIE maybe apple cider vinegar?

[@biophoton7245]

So you are saying what im saying. But then accusing me for not reading up on facts? The nutritional yeast i ordered was de-activated. I see it uneccesary to consume it due to me already eating loads of greens and fruits, including green powders like wheatgrass / barleygrass. How about not trying to be a smartass? Continue eating shit yeast if you want to.

[@bashisobsolete.pythonismyn6321]

i tried it. one dose makes my groin stink for a week. no thanks.

[@indianglock]

A richtig B flsch media.giphy.com/media/vwI4mYEHP8k0w/giphy.gif

[@TheAltruismActivist]

Train hard, eat nooch.

[@VeganWalk]

Is beta glucan in beer?

[@johzuke1]

Vegan Walk Very small amounts! Oats and barley as whole grains have tons!

[@wellthi]

alcohol = Dna damages and cancer

[@VeganWalk]

As well as liver disease and cancers! My stepfather died from alcohol poisoning. It's one of the leading causes of death, at least it was way up there at one point. I rarely drink and when I do it's like one beer. I've never been able to really stomach more than that... I trip on blue zone studies. People so often don't understand that because even the longest living populations still eat animal products and drink often doesn't mean to live long do those specific things! Anyways, just thinking out loud...

[@Jigglypoop97]

Don't oats have a lot of beta glucan?

[@johzuke1]

Jigglypoop97 Yes they do!

[@bashisobsolete.pythonismyn6321]

thanks for the info. i really don't like that yeast.

[@hammypie]

Brainwashed From Birth plain old white button mushrooms will do yes?

[@Nicholas-f5]

Many mushrooms are the same plant he showed once.