You might think tuberculosis ( TB ) is a historical disease, but the fact is: more than 1.8 million people die from TB every year worldwide , and a quarter of the world's population is infected with TB (latent form) . Dr. Eric Berg provides an in-depth analysis of active and latent TB, the risks of antibiotics, and the key to immunity. Hong Kong people, with their high stress levels and limited sunlight, should pay even more attention to prevention and management .
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Basic concepts of TB tuberculosis
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type |
Characteristics and impacts |
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Latent TB |
Asymptomatic and non-infectious, accounting for 90% of infections. |
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Active TB |
Symptomatic and contagious diseases with a mortality rate as high as 50% if left untreated. |
✅ The latent type can remain dormant for many years; stress, weakened immunity, old age, and vitamin D deficiency may activate it into the active type .
⚠️ symptoms of active TB
· Chronic cough (may contain blood in sputum )
· Fever, night sweats, back pain
· Weight loss, fatigue
· The incubation period can be as long as 8–10 weeks, making it difficult to detect in the early stages.
�� Risks and Misconceptions about Antibiotic Treatment
· TB requires long-term treatment with multiple antibiotics → high risk of drug resistance
· Approximately 13% of patients develop drug resistance, and 6% do not respond to any treatment.
· Antibiotics are ineffective against viral, fungal, and yeast infections → 60% of antibiotic use is unnecessary.
· Antibiotic side effects :
o Gut microbiota imbalance → yeast overgrowth (such as Candida infection )
o Brain side effects : memory loss, brain fog, depression, anxiety, mental confusion
✅ Recommendation: Supplement with probiotics during antibiotic treatment → protect gut microbiota and reduce side effects .
�� The key relationship between vitamin D and immunity
· Vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of active TB by 5 times .
· Vitamin D acts as the "commander-in-chief" of the immune system → regulating immune responses and inhibiting pathogens.
· Northern Hemisphere, winter, and older adults are more prone to vitamin D deficiency.
· Stress (such as post-traumatic stress disorder) → Increased cortisol → Suppressed immunity, decreased vitamin D
�� Genetic factors: Vitamin D receptor polymorphism
· Some people are genetically predisposed to an inability to effectively absorb or utilize vitamin D, making them more susceptible to TB infection .
· You can understand your own risks through DNA testing → and make nutritional and lifestyle adjustments accordingly.
✅ Natural Prevention and Conditioning Recommendations
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project |
Recommended approach |
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Vitamin D supplementation |
Daily dose: 10,000 IU /day; for those with infection or weakened immune systems: 30,000–40,000 IU /day (short-term). |
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Sunbathing |
Adequate daily sun exposure (avoid sunburn) → boosts Vitamin D and immunity. |
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Stress Relief Life |
Meditation, deep breathing, and exercise → lower cortisol and boost immunity |
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Supplementing with probiotics |
Taking antibiotics concurrently → Protects gut microbiota and prevents yeast infections |
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Healthy eating |
High nutrient density, low sugar, low processing → supports the immune system and liver function |
�� In conclusion, tuberculosis is not only an infectious disease, but also a warning sign of an imbalanced immune system.
Hong Kong people lead stressful lives, receive insufficient sunlight, and consume refined diets, meaning latent toxoid cells may already be present in their bodies . Starting today, take a vitamin D capsule, a probiotic drink, and a deep breathing exercise to build a strong foundation for your immune system !
Don't wait until illness strikes to panic; true health comes from prevention and proper care !
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YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0P6sY1cTY9U
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger in Chinese Health knowledge
