The human species has existed in something
like its present form for hundreds of
thousands of years. During that time, the
immune system has played a vital role in our
ability to weather exposure to parasites,
bacteria, viruses, toxins, and other hazards
that assert themselves daily by interacting
with our bodies. Each of us has a personal
responsibility for our own health. "Health
is not just the absence of disease–it is the
empowering of our bodies to perform at its
optimal level." -Dr. Myron Wentz, Founder
and Chairman, USANA, Inc. Our body's
struggle against disease is ongoing, a
person's immune system meets innumerable
challenges, foiling countless opponents in a
lifetime. A fatal infection often represents
the only unqualified loss in a generally
victorious campaign. For a time, it was
widely assumed that infectious diseases had
been brought under control, especially in
the industrialized nations. The appearance
of AIDS, and the recent resurgence of
tuberculosis, including the evolution of
organisms resistant to many drugs,
illustrates that the monster was not
slain–it was merely asleep. The study of
immunology embraces more than just the
nature and prevention of infections. Dr.
Wentz' immunologic research points toward
new approaches for protecting against
certain diseases that result from lapses or
malfunctions in the immune response. This
work provides a scientific framework for
examining the chemical organization of
living systems and integrating that
information into an understanding of how
this amazing organism, the human body,
functions as a whole.
"Infectious and chronic diseases are dual enemies that have to be fought simultaneously on a global scale. The battle for health in the 21st century must begin today." -Dr. Myron Wentz
What can you do to help ensure that your body has what it needs in order to maintain optimal health? The answer is very complex, but most research concludes that the answer depends strongly on your nutritional and lifestyle choices. A majority of the illnesses that afflict us are related to nutritional factors (a diet high in animal fat, protein, and cholesterol, and low in fibre ), lifestyle (tobacco smoking, excessive alcohol consumption), and the environment (chemical carcinogens, ozone depletion, air pollution, and industrial toxins). When it comes to your well being, there are no guarantees. However, the daily decisions you make may have a tremendous effect on the outcome of your overall health. The better your nutritional status, the better all systems–including your immune system–will be. Commit today to take the necessary steps toward giving your body the best possible defences against disease.