* Cruciferous vegetables generate glucosinolates, which are converted into isothiocynates during digestion. They protect your body in a number of important ways, such as [[cancer]] and [[Macular Degeneration]] and helps build the immune system and supports bone health, Detoxifying enzymes and Curing coughs. Arugula, broccoli, cauliflower, watercress and cabbage, are classified as a cruciferous vegetables. Watercress, high in Calcium and iron, protects against cancer and macular degeneration, helps build the immune system and supports bone health.
* [[Magnesium]] is a powerful and essential immune modulator. A deficiency in magnesium has been strongly linked to immune disorders and it has been variously estimated that anywhere from 70 to 95 percent of us are deficient in magnesium.
* Several studies in recent years have indicated that [[vitamin D3 ]] is a powerful immune modulator which could be useful against autoimmune disorders. Furthermore, like magnesium, deficiency in D3 has been linked to autoimmune disorders. The best source of D3 is sunshine. When that is not feasible, supplemental D3 can help.* [[Astragalus]] : Although more evidence is needed, one of the ways astragalus is thought to work is by increasing the production of immune cells. It may also have mild antiviral activity and help with the prevention of colds. There's little evidence from human studies, however, on the effectiveness of astragalus as an antiviral.* [[Curcumin ]] is the major component of the common kitchen spice "turmeric". It is a wonderful herb which has anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties and it has been shown to inhibit autoimmune disorders. Note: curcumin is ordinarily not very bio-available. Consuming piperine (black pepper) and/or coconut milk may improve absorption somewhat, but the best therapeutic value may be found in curcumin supplements designed for high bio-availability.
* [[Cat's Claw]] can be taken in capsule, tea, or tincture forms. It is an adaptogenic immune regulator. So it provides both immune boosting and dampening as necessary. It contains oxindole alkaloids enhancing the immune system's capacity to engulf and destroy pathogens.
*Blackseed oil (Nigella sativa) is another powerful immunomodulator and it has been used for centuries for a wide variety of illnesses. The prophet Muhammad was reported to have said that blackseed is a "cure for everything but death".