What is Immune Enhancement?
Immune Enhancement Therapy (IET) is a holistic approach designed to strengthen your body’s natural defenses. By supporting and optimizing immune function, we help your body better resist infections, manage stress, and maintain vibrant health. At Proactive Choice, Dr. Collins guides you on a personalized journey, utilizing the latest advancements in integrative medicine to help you achieve and sustain optimal health.
Focus on Natural Approaches
Immune Enhancement Therapy (IET) centers on the use of natural substances and holistic practices. These include dietary adjustments, herbal and glandular therapies, peptides, ozone and auto-hemotherapy treatments, mind-body modalities (such as meditation and yoga), hydrotherapy, sauna therapy, and targeted lifestyle changes—all designed to stimulate and support immune function naturally.
Boosting Innate Immunity
Rather than targeting specific pathogens, IET works to strengthen the body’s overall immune response. This is achieved by enhancing the activity of essential immune cells, such as natural killer cells and macrophages, which serve as the body’s primary defense against infections and abnormal cell growth.
Addressing Root Causes
IET acknowledges that factors such as chronic stress, inadequate nutrition, exposure to environmental toxins, and unhealthy lifestyle habits can compromise immune health. By identifying and correcting these underlying imbalances, the therapy creates a stronger foundation for optimal immune function.
Personalized Care
Recognizing that each person’s health journey is unique, IET practitioners develop customized treatment plans. These plans are tailored to the individual’s specific physical, emotional, and environmental needs, ensuring the most effective and comprehensive support for immune enhancement.
Key Features of Immune Enhancement Therapy
Benefits
The potential benefits associated with Immune Enhancement Therapy Portland, Oregon include.
Enhanced Immune Function
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Stronger Immune Defense:
Immune Enhancement Therapy (IET) can enhance the activity of vital immune cells, including natural killer cells and macrophages, thereby improving the body’s ability to detect and eliminate abnormal cells and harmful pathogens. -
Better Gut Health:
Through targeted dietary changes and the use of probiotics, IET promotes a healthy gut microbiome, a crucial factor in regulating immune responses and maintaining overall well-being. -
Lower Inflammation:
IET incorporates practices like meditation, stress management, identifying and removing food sensitivities, and restoring gut health. These strategies can help reduce chronic inflammation, which is known to undermine immune function. -
Balanced Immune Response:
By modulating immune activity, IET helps prevent both overactive responses (linked to autoimmune conditions) and underactive responses (which can increase susceptibility to infections).
Improved Overall Health and Well-being
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Increased Energy and Vitality:
By supporting immune health and addressing underlying imbalances, IET can help boost your energy levels and enhance your overall quality of life. -
Greater Resilience to Stress and Illness:
A fortified immune system is better equipped to manage daily stressors and environmental challenges, making you more resistant to common illnesses. -
Better Sleep Quality:
Mind-body techniques and stress reduction strategies incorporated into IET can promote more restful sleep, which is essential for maintaining immune function and overall health. -
Enhanced Mental and Emotional Well-Being:
IET’s focus on stress reduction and relaxation not only supports physical health but also contributes to improved mental and emotional balance.
Procedure
We take a personalized approach to immune enhancement by investigating the underlying causes of immune dysfunction. Our process involves a comprehensive review of each patient’s health history, lifestyle, advanced laboratory results, and environmental factors, including both avoidable and unavoidable stressors that may impact immune health. The goal is to identify and correct any imbalances or deficiencies within the immune system. In integrative medicine, immune enhancement is guided by two main strategies. The first focuses on dietary changes, where we recommend specific vitamins, minerals, and herbs tailored to each individual’s needs to support immune function. The second strategy emphasizes lifestyle modifications, aiming to remove toxic influences, behaviors, or relationships that may compromise immunity. Stress reduction, through practices such as mindfulness meditation or yoga, is a central component, alongside regular exercise, which enhances immune function by improving circulation and stimulating the production of immune cells. We also emphasize the importance of adequate sleep, recognizing its crucial role in maintaining a robust and resilient immune system.
We do not participate with insurance.
However, we accept Health Savings Accounts and Flex Savings Accounts.
We also accept Visa, Amex, Master Card, and Discover.
To book your first appointment please call: (858) 333-5196
Initial Consult
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a proactive, holistic approach to strengthen your immune system, making you more resilient to illness and stress.
We combine laboratory testing, personalized nutrition, herbal and peptide therapies, IV and ozone treatments, and lifestyle coaching.
Yes. Dr. Collins can prescribe immune-supportive medications when appropriate, always prioritizing your safety and well-being.
Stress reduction, regular exercise, restorative sleep, and a nutrient-rich diet are all vital components of our approach.
