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How
Rebounding Strengthens the Immune System
by
Paul W. Rossi, Assnt. Director R&D, Nu-Gen Nutrition, Inc.
(presented Dec. 2006)
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Generally, some form of
enjoyable exercise
or physical activity a
minimum of 3-5 times per week,
such as running,
jogging, jump roping, brisk walking, rebounding, etc., re-energizes
and clears out the lymphatic system which ultimately helps to
improve overall immune function and clear out toxins from your
cells, utilizing your lymphatic system.* However, rebounding
(also known as lymphasizing) appears to work the lymphatic
system most effectively and because it is low-impact and
requires little effort, it can be done daily.
Rebounding is a
complete cellular exercise, stimulating the activity of the
lymphatic system (a critical part of the immune system).
Rebounding 3-5 times per week at a minimum of 10-15 minutes at
a time is highly beneficial.* It is effective at a
minimal bounce, using acceleration and deceleration, with each
bounce, to open and close the one-way valves between the
lymphatic system and the cells. Lymphatic fluid
surrounds all of the cells of the body. While bounding
toxins, poisons, and metabolic waste are pulled out of the
cells into the lymph fluid, while oxygen and nutrients
(transferred previously at the capillaries, from the blood)
are pulled in the cells from the lymph fluid. Within the
lymph system are lymphocytes, for example- white blood cells,
which consume metabolic waste, bacteria, and dead cells.
A type of lymphocyte known as T-cells enter cancer cells,
destroying them by injecting hydrogen peroxide into the cancer
cells. Therefore an efficient immune system keeps cancer
cells from getting out of control. Rebounding keeps the
lymph system moving and unplugged, so lymphocytes have free
reign to do their job. More importantly, bounding does
this without stressing the hips, knees, or ankles, or creating
shin-splints. It can be done on a daily basis or
multiple times per day without creating overuse injury.
What is the Lymph
System and how does it help me?
The lymphatic system acts as a secondary circulatory system, except that it collaborates with white blood cells in lymph nodes to
protect the body from being infected by cancer cells, fungi, viruses or bacteria.
The lymphatic system is a system of thin tubes that runs throughout the body. These tubes are called 'lymph vessels'.
Unlike the circulatory system, the lymphatic system is not closed and has no central pump. It is not under pressure and only moves because of exercise or muscle contraction.
When the lymphatic system is congested, the cells become deprived of oxygen, affecting the body’s ability to rid itself of its own waste material. Over time, other body systems that rely on the lymphatic system for waste removal will also become compromised, setting the stage for pain and disease.
Rebounding activates the lymphatic system, increasing
lymphocytes that will eat away diseased cells.
Just a few minutes of rebounding 3-5 times per week may
increase lymph flow as much as fifteen times.
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Unlike the heart, the Lymphatic System has no pump. It relies on exercise to move
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Lymph
flow before rebounding |
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Lymph
flow during rebounding |
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Where can I get a rebounder?*
You may obtain a "Urban Rebounder"
or "Needak Rebounder" from your local Sports Store
or online. Be sure to ultimately select your rebounder
with consideration for durability and weight capacity.
*WARNING: If you have any medical condition(s), please
consult your health care provider before engaging in any
exercise program.
Primary
Reference:
Video: "The Immune System", Albert E.
Carter, ©2000 KE Publishing
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* These statements have not
been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product
is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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