Most modern diseases are caused by prolonged exposure to a combination of faulty lifestyle, food habits and toxic environmental factors. Chronic stress has a vital role in immune disorders.

There are three types of immunity which protects our body from any infection.

Innate immunity - this type of immunity is present at birth and provides the first barrier against microorganisms which causes infections. Everyone is born with innate (or natural) immunity, a type of general protection that humans have.

Adaptive Immunity - it is the second barrier to infections and acquired later in life as - immunity after an immunization.

Passive immunity is "borrowed" from another source and it lasts for a short time. For example, antibodies in a mother's breast milk provide an infant with temporary immunity to diseases that the mother has been exposed to. This can help protect the infant against infection during the early years of childhood.

Everyone's immune system is different. Some people never seem to get infections, whereas others seem to be sick all the time. As a person gets older, he or she usually becomes immune to more germs as the immune system comes into contact with more and more of them. That's why adults and teens tend to get fewer colds than children - their bodies have learned to recognize and immediately attack many of the viruses that cause colds.

The higher mortality rate is observed due to AIDS, it is the best example of immune disorders.

In Ayurved it is known as Byadhikshamata "OJA", and described two types as Par and Apar Oja.

Disorders of the immune system include:

• Allergies

• Autoimmune Diseases

• Immune Complex Diseases

• Immunodeficiency Diseases

• Cancers of the Immune System

Symptoms of Lack of Immunity 

Root Causes

• Microorganisms

• Genetic

• Virus

• Faulty life style and food habits

• Pollution

• Stress

• Metabolic disorders

Herbs that are useful in Immunity Disorder:

Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)

Amla , or Indian gooseberry, is a popular fruit that has long been valued for its rejuvenating properties, according to traditional Ayurveda. Preliminary evidence suggests that amla may help boost the immune response, presumably due to its vitamin C content.


Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia):

The plant is used in Ayurvedic rasayanas to improve the immune system
and the body's resistance to infections. The bitter principle present
shows antiperiodic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic
properties. Stem decoction for oral use. Giloy is helpful for counteracting infection and promoting resistance to illness.


Aswagandha (Withania somnifera)

Ashwagandha is one of the main herbs for promoting ojas and rejuvenating the body. It is a well known semen promoter and it treats impotency and infertility. It increases physical endurance and improves sexual function.

The strong anti stress properties include both mental and physical stress and exhaustion. Furthermore, this test indicates the low order of toxicity of the plant, supporting the Ayurvedic view that it is safe for long-term consumption. It has also exhibited antibacterial and antifungal activities in a raw or unprocessed state and it has antibiotic effects.

Neem (Azadirachta indica):

It is used in Ayurveda for skin disorders, pimples, diabetes, tumours, obesity, arthritis, viral fevers, jaundice and as a blood purifier. In order to increase immunity of the body, neem leaves are also taken internally in the form of neem capsules or made into a tea. The tea is traditionally taken internally to reduce fever caused by malaria. This tea is extremely bitter. It is also used to soak feet for treating various foot fungi.  It has also been reported to work against termites. In Ayurveda, neem leaves are used in curing neuromuscular pains. Chewing of 8-10 neem leaves early in the morning for twenty-four days protects the body from diseases like diabetes and hypertension.  The body also becomes immune to skin problems by this medication.


Diet that helps :

Patients should drink fresh water, milk , buttermilk, sugar cane juice and easily digestible foods.
 

Lifestyle

One should follow his own consense & follow the right path. The following natural urges should not be suppressed:- passing of flatus, defecation, urination, sneezing, weeping, vomiting, breathing when fatigued, thirst, hunger, sleep and coitus. 

Yoga

• The Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) 

• Meditation

Ayurvedic supplements helpful in Immunity Disorder: