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Super Immunity

The Essential Nutrition Guide for Boosting Your Body’s Defenses to Live Longer, Stronger and Disease Free

Joel Fuhrman

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Super Immunity
The Power of Phytochemicals+
Flaws of Modern Medicine+
Disease-Fighting Superfoods+
Optimizing Macronutrients+
Navigating Supplements+
Salt & Omega-3 Balance+

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Question 1 of 9
Why is the average American diet considered deficient in immune-boosting power despite containing 10 percent plant-based foods?
  • A. Most of the plant-based foods consumed are genetically modified and lack nutrients.
  • B. Half of that 10 percent consists of white potatoes, which are not rich in phytochemicals.
  • C. The plant-based foods are usually overcooked, which destroys their vital phytochemicals.
  • D. Americans do not consume enough healthy fats to properly absorb the plant nutrients.
Question 2 of 9
According to the author, what is the primary flaw in modern medical treatments for lifestyle diseases like type 2 diabetes?
  • A. They are too expensive for the average patient to afford on a long-term basis.
  • B. They rely too heavily on natural remedies instead of advanced synthetic drugs.
  • C. They treat the symptoms rather than addressing root causes like poor diet and lack of exercise.
  • D. They require patients to adopt unrealistically strict dietary and lifestyle restrictions.
Question 3 of 9
What is one of the main reasons the author questions the effectiveness and safety of the universal flu vaccine?
  • A. It acts upon only 10 percent of flu-causing viruses and contains thimerosal, which has toxic mercury.
  • B. It weakens the body's natural production of isothiocyanates (ITCs) over time.
  • C. It permanently damages the beneficial bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract.
  • D. It introduces live, drug-resistant bacteria directly into the bloodstream.
Question 4 of 9
How do superfoods like kale, broccoli, and cauliflower help prevent cancer?
  • A. They increase the production of red blood cells to oxygenate tumors.
  • B. They provide synthetic folic acid which repairs damaged DNA.
  • C. They coat the stomach lining to prevent the absorption of dangerous carcinogens.
  • D. They disable malfunctioning methylated cells that would otherwise grow at an explosive rate.
Question 5 of 9
Why are antibiotics considered a poor and potentially harmful choice for treating the common cold?
  • A. Antibiotics suppress the body's natural coughing mechanism, which can lead to pneumonia.
  • B. Colds are caused by viruses, and antibiotics only kill bacteria while also destroying vital gut bacteria.
  • C. The common cold is caused by an overconsumption of animal protein, which antibiotics cannot fix.
  • D. Antibiotics contain high levels of thimerosal, which severely suppresses the immune system.
Question 6 of 9
What negative effect do over-the-counter cold remedies, such as cough suppressants, have on the healing process?
  • A. They destroy 70 percent of the immune cells located in the digestive system.
  • B. They introduce synthetic beta-carotene, which prolongs the lifespan of the virus.
  • C. They stop coughing, which is a vital natural mechanism for clearing out dead cells and virus particles.
  • D. They increase blood pressure by adding excessive amounts of sodium to the body.
Question 7 of 9
Which of the following statements reflects the author's view on dietary fats and proteins?
  • A. Fat should be eliminated entirely, and animal protein should be increased for immune health.
  • B. A diet with 15 to 30 percent fat is healthy, but too much animal protein is linked to cancer and aging.
  • C. All carbohydrates should be replaced with healthy fats and lean animal proteins.
  • D. Plant proteins are insufficient for human health, so diets must include fish or poultry.
Question 8 of 9
Why does the author advise against taking multivitamins that contain synthetic folic acid and beta-carotene (Vitamin A)?
  • A. They block the absorption of essential minerals like zinc and iodine.
  • B. They cause severe digestive disturbances and destroy beneficial gut bacteria.
  • C. They contain toxic levels of mercury due to improper manufacturing processes.
  • D. They have been linked to an increased risk of cancer and osteoporosis.
Question 9 of 9
What is recommended as a safer alternative to fish oil capsules for obtaining Omega-3 fatty acids?
  • A. Supplements derived from algae grown indoors in a controlled environment
  • B. Synthetic beta-carotene and folate supplements
  • C. Increasing the daily intake of table salt to improve natural fatty acid production
  • D. Consuming more processed foods that are fortified with fatty acids

Super Immunity — Full Chapter Overview

Super Immunity Summary & Overview

Super Immunity (2011) reveals the secret to a better, stronger immune system and healthier body: superfoods. These blinks shed light on the shortcomings of modern medicine and teach you how to take advantage of the healing powers of plant foods rich in nutrients and phytochemicals.

Who Should Listen to Super Immunity?

  • People tired of suffering from colds and flu
  • Individuals interested in alternatives to antibiotics and prescription medicine
  • Anybody keen on boosting their health the natural way

About the Author: Joel Fuhrman

Joel Fuhrman, MD, is a family physician who focuses on using nutritional and natural methods to prevent and reverse diseases. He created the Health Starts Here initiative for whole foods and is the research director of the Nutritional Research Project of the National Health Association.

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