“. . . cancer patients who took Astragalus concurrently with radiation and chemotherapy had faster recovery times and lived longer. In fact, after only two weeks of use, white blood cells increased significantly.” – P Fassa
White blood cells (WBCs), or leukocytes, are the defensive frontline of the immune system. They are like valiant foot soldiers who selflessly protect their territory against all ‘invaders’ or foreign bodies, real or imagined. Knowing this information, you can imagine how important it is to keep your white blood cell count in normal range, and always replenished. Below you will learn of 2 foods that are great at making this happen, thereby boosting overall immunity.
WBCs are created in bone marrow, the spongy tissue at the center of large bones. Although five distinct types of WBC’s have been identified, the “first responders,” called the neutrophils, are the most abundant. In fact, “the lower the neutrophil count, the greater the risk of (and severity of) infection.”
What is a Normal White Blood Cell Count?
A “normal” WBC count is considered to be approximately 4,500 to 10,000 WBCs per microliter or cubic millimeter (cmm) of blood. A WBC count that is less than 1,000 is low and is considered a primary risk factor for a serious infection. If your WBC count falls below a normal level for an extended period of time, it is called leukopenia.
When the WBC count per blood test is below normal, the culprit is most likely an underlying disease condition. Symptoms can and do vary depending on the exact disease culprit. Surprisingly, some people do not experience any symptoms, but most people experience a wide range of symptoms.