IRI Separation Technologies (TSX.V:IRI) is the manufacturer of a remarkable new dietary supplement that enhances the human body's natural immune system through direct supplementation of actual antibodies . The product will be available in the United States and Canada under the brand name ?Muno Boost? and will be available as an over-the-counter dietary supplement in pharmacies and through direct marketing.
Muno BoostTM is proof that the old adage ?An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure? is more than just a saying.
Muno BoostTM is a concentrated source of polyclonal antibodies, or Immunoglobulin (Ig) that is the most natural, direct and practical method of enhancing the body's own ability to fight off bacteria or viral borne illnesses that make up 80% of the diseases humans face on a daily basis.
The product targets individuals over 40 who travel frequently to areas of the world where the risk of infectious disease represents a pervasive threat to their health, such as in Asia, where avian flu is once again spreading and killing people. As we age we begin to lose our immunoglobulin or antibodies. It has been shown that at the age of 60 we have only one half the antibodies we had at age 40.
Antibodies are effective against bacteria and viruses, while antibiotics are effective only against bacteria.
The H5N1 virus has killed a total of 236 people worldwide since its outbreak in 2003, and is now known in 14 countries including China, Egypt and Indonesia.
Muno BoostTM effectively isolates and purifies Immunoglobulins from natural sources and then concentrates them in capsule form for easy ingestion by humans.
The vast majority (80 %) of all disease and infections enter the body through our mouths, and are transmitted through mucosal tissue in our intestines or else stay in our bowels until our systems weaken. Immune cells located in the digestive tract produce tremendous quantities of immunoglobulin to prevent and fight infections from the variety of bacteria, viruses and toxins normally found in the intestinal system.
Over time, however, chemicals in our diet, age and other factors deplete our body's ability to produce immunoglobulin to fight disease, leading to a greater dependency on antibiotics and other medicines.
It is believed that Immunoglobulin supplements reduce the demand for naturally-produced antibodies, freeing more immune resources for use elsewhere in our body. Supplemental immunoglobulins first act in the intestinal tract to eliminate or inhibit the spread of disease-causing organisms and toxins. This creates a link between the stomach and the rest of the body. Fighting disease organisms and absorbing toxins in the bowel saps the immune system so the body's resources, particularly amino acids, which would normally be directed towards those challenges, can be redirected to other "battles" in other parts of the body.
Immunoglobulins are globular proteins also known as antibodies, naturally produced by the B cells in the bone marrow of healthy humans and certain other animals. Antibodies play a critical role in human and animal immune systems, preventing and suppressing diseases.
Immunoglobulin G (IgG) accounts for 75 percent of the total immunoglobulin found in the plasma of healthy individuals. It coats microorganisms so they can be destroyed by other cells from the immune system.
Immune globulin products from human plasma were first used in 1952 to treat immune deficiency, and has now been recognized as beneficial in the treatment of Hepatitis A, Influenza, and even cancer.
As you may already know, cancer is related to immune deficiency. Cancer cells develop in our bodies all the time, but our immune systems effectively kill the cancer cells before they further develop and symptomatically appear as the disease we know as "cancer." The development of cancer indicates that the immune system was ineffective in fighting the malignant cells that appeared; these cells took advantage of a weakened or altered state, grew, and spread out of control.
Boosting your immune system builds your body's defenses against naturally occurring cancer cells, thereby preventing a full-blown progression of the disease. If you already have cancer, immunoglobulins are vital for your treatment. Its immune-boosting abilities will help your body fight off the cancer.
IRI Separation Technologies is a publicly listed Biotech company that develops concentrated immunoglobulin products from natural sources for supplemental dietary use in both humans and animals.
The company's new flagship product, Muno BoostTM , will be launched in pharmacies and through direct marketing campaigns.
Getting sick is just no fun, but with our fast-paced lifestyles, sometimes it's difficult to keep our stress levels low and our immune system strong. Enter Aromatherapy - Essential oils so commonly used as natural perfumes and mood-lifters can have a have a powerfully-supportive effect on the immune system. In fact, the medical aromatherapy literature makes the point that the most promising use of essential oils in terms of natural health care is in cases of infectious illness. Not only will they help combat illness once it sets in, but therapeutic grade oils can also fortify the immune system to make you more resistant to illness in the first place.
For a brief review, essential oils are the pure aromatic compounds naturally extracted from herbs, trees, roots and flowers. They are the chemicals that give plants their smell; the luscious aroma of Jasmine or the sharp scent of Wintergreen. Plants make these chemicals as defense from invaders such as bacteria, fungus, viruses and insects. Each plant's oil has a unique composition, hence there are thousands of variations of essential oils, each with it's own chemical profile. Because of their chemical structure, essential oils are easily absorbed into the human body, passing through cell membranes, then further on into the bloodstream. Essential oils can protect us from microbes and viruses in different ways: by clearing the air around us naturally, by fortifying our immune system, and by destroying microbial invaders once in our bodies.
The first line of defense is keeping your environment cleansed by diffusing essential oils in the air. Get a little nervous when friends or co-workers have a sneezing or coughing fit? Here's an excellent defense tactic - diffuse one or more of the powerful yet pleasant smelling antimicrobial oils into your space. Eucalyptus Radiata is probably the most popular for this; it has been referred to as an 'aromatherapists designer oil' because of its broad range of immune-supportive effects and its pleasant aroma (that is, if you like the smell of Vick's Vapor Rub). Other oils used with a little softer scent are Green Myrtle and Ravensara. A very pleasing yet powerful blend can be made using 3 parts clove bud oil, 5 parts lemon oil, 1 and a half parts Eucalyptus Radiata, 1 and a half parts Rosemary Cineol and 2 parts Cinnamon Bark oil. Use this in a cold-air diffuser which makes a fine mist of the oils, dispersing them throughout your environment for best protection.
Next, it's important to fortify your own immune system. Medical aromatherapists don't claim essential oils as wonder drugs in this regard - it is important to keep yourself healthy for your immune system to work effectively. Many natural medicine physicians believe it important to keep your own internal 'friendly bacteria' in balance for best protection. This can be done by eating a 'clean' diet with an abundance of natural and organic foods, and consuming intestinal bacterial support in capsule form (available at almost all health food stores). On the aromatherapy front, the essential oil of Niaouli has been considered by some to be the single most powerful supporter of the human immune system. Niaouli essential oil is distilled from the leaves of the Niaouli tree, native to Madagascar, but now being cultivated in Spain for aromatherapy use. According to Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt, one of America's leading medical aromatherapists, "Niaouli oil is as complex in its composition as it is in it's uses...One of the fastest-acting and most effective applications of Niaouli is to apply anywhere between 5 and 20 drops to the whole body during the morning shower. This procedure will become entirely holistic if a loofah glove is used and the oil is worked into the skin along the energy meridians. This application...is especially recommended in the flu season, as it stimulates the defense mechanisms of the body." Niaouli would also be appropriate for diffuser use similar to the Eucalyptus varieties.
Once a bacteria or viral infection has set it, treating it with essential oils can be a little more complex. The difficulty lies in finding the proper oil for one's particular illness, as some oils are excellent against certain microbial strains, though these same oils may not be the right choice in other instances. Prevention with immune stimulant oils as above is best; however, at the very first signs, application of 10-20 drops to the skin of both Eucalyptus Radiata and Bay Laurel essential oils to the skin in the steam of a shower (so that the skin is more porous) is called for. Eucalyptus can be applied to the chest and back, whereas Bay Laurel should be applied directly to the lymph nodes to support the immune response. The vast majority of individuals will have no sensitivity response to such application - if, however, any skin irritation is noted, apply diluted to 5% in a carrier oil such as olive oil hazelnut oils. Green Myrtle can be used in cases of bronchial infection where Eucalyptus may be found to strong an aroma. Ravensara used in the same manner is called for in cases of colds and flu - it can be a stronger antiviral than the above mentioned oils, and has a pleasing aroma.
In general, Eucalyptus Radiata and Globulus, Green Myrtle and Ravensara can be applied to the skin (dilute if any sensitivity is suspected) or used with a diffuser or inhaler to loosen mucus and support the body's cleansing process. Rosemary Verbenone is indicated for sinusitis and bronchitis - The medical aromatherapy literature indicates this may be inhaled, applied topically in small amounts, or even ingested (with great caution) one drop two or three times daily. Also, one drop of Bay Laurel can be taken internally at the onset of a sore throat, as it directly supports the lymph system in the area.
When selecting natural medicines within your own self-treatment program, do as much research and gather as much professional advice as possible to precisely apply these botanicals. A 'shotgun' approach will not likely have as dramatic an effect, and can be dangerous with improper use of certain varieties of essential oils. There are several books available for the aromatherapy practitioner with protocols translated from the European aromatherapy literature, and the number of naturopathic doctors with such knowledge is growing. With the right knowledge, using therapeutic grade essential oils to support your immune system and overall health can be very rewarding, and even fun!
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