Published Apr 12, 2023

22. Dr. Axe’s Top Tips & Tricks for Optimal Nutrition+Boosting Your Immune System- with Dr. Josh Axe

Dr. Josh Axe shares his top tips for optimal nutrition and boosting immunity, exploring collagen benefits, daily wellness routines, and the power of probiotics.
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  • Morning Routine

    Dr. starts his day with a structured morning routine that includes a walk, prayer, and Bible reading, which he refers to as his "spiritual triathlon." He emphasizes the importance of gratitude and spiritual grounding to set a positive tone for the day. Following this, he prepares a superfood smoothie packed with collagen protein, bone broth protein, spinach, berries, and coconut milk 1. This routine not only boosts his energy but also supports his overall health.

    I typically wake up about 6:30 or so. And then I'll, you know, I spend my first part of my morning is I'll go on a walk and I'll pray and then I'll spend some time sort of reading my Bible and then just getting grateful.

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    Dr. Axe also discusses the role of adaptogens in supporting immunity, explaining how they strengthen the body's organ systems, including the immune and digestive systems 2.

       

    Evening Routine

    In the evenings, and his wife, Chelsea, enjoy cooking together and often share meals with close friends. He mentions making healthy dishes like chicken parmesan with almond and coconut flour crust and homemade dark chocolate 1. They also incorporate blue light-blocking glasses to wind down before bed.

    We might watch like an hour of TV and I'll put on my orange shades, you know, my blue blocking sunglasses typically a little bit after dinner and anyways and then we'll go to bed.

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    Dr. Axe prefers herbal teas like reishi mushroom tea for its mild energy boost and immune support, consuming it mainly in the mornings but occasionally in the evenings as well 3.

       

    Favorite Supplements

    Dr. Axe's favorite supplements include collagen, bone broth protein, and soil-based probiotics, which he believes are essential for gut and immune health. He also takes turmeric and reishi mushroom for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties 1. He highlights the importance of soil-based probiotics, explaining that they act as natural immune boosters and are crucial for maintaining gut health 4.

    Soil-based organisms act as natural immune boosters. Remember, this, just for everybody, is that immune health today is the most important time than ever before that we strengthen our immune systems.

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    Collagen is another key supplement in his regimen, vital for bone and gut health. Dr. Axe shares that his patients have seen remarkable results from collagen, more than any other supplement he has prescribed 5.

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