MEDEZE Live EP.3 Sanook Live for Life Q&A with Dr. Veerapol Khemarangsan
MEDEZE Live EP.3 Sanook Live for Life Q&A with Dr. Veerapol Khemarangsan
"Sanook Live for Life" is a great program that provides both informative and insightful content on medical topics relevant to our daily lives, hosted by Dr. Veerapol Khemrangsan, Chairman of Mediz Group Co., Ltd.
Episode 3 focuses on the immune system, a vital part of our bodies. Some people prioritize health and take various vitamins, but neglect proper self-care practices and lifestyle habits. For example, they work excessively, rely heavily on vitamins, but neglect adequate sleep. Ultimately, this leads to a weakened immune system, illness, and the expenditure of hard-earned money on treatment.
Normally, our immune system, composed of white blood cells, protects against a wide range of foreign substances, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and even cancer cells. An appropriate level of response is necessary; an insufficient response, as seen in patients with chronic kidney disease or HIV infection, can lead to opportunistic or chronic infections.
The immune system can be divided into two systems: one that manages bacteria and another that manages viruses and cancer. The white blood cells that protect our bodies from viruses and cancerous cells are those that occur daily. These include lymphocytes and NK cells (Natural Killer Cells). NK cells, or killer cells, patrol the bloodstream and destroy any foreign cells they detect, regardless of the virus's strain. NK cells can detect and eliminate viruses and cancer cells. If the task is beyond NK cells' capabilities, they will request assistance from lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell found in various lymph nodes.
The effectiveness of NK cells depends on the number of pathogens ingested, the total number of NK cells in the body, and the quality of those cells. Currently, NK cell activity tests can be performed using just 1 milliliter of blood. The blood is reacted with a cancer cell-based test substance, and the amount of interferon-gamma released by NK cells is measured. This test assesses both the number and quality of NK cells. This test is suitable for individuals with a history of recurring colds, chronic HIV patients, those with a family history of cancer, and anyone concerned about their health.
Dr. Veerapol recommends that NK cell activity testing can guide lifestyle changes. Low test results indicate that current lifestyle choices may be unsuitable and require adjustments to promote better immune system function. Adequate rest, stress reduction, exercise, and a healthy diet can all help boost immunity. Furthermore, consistently low NK cell activity levels may indicate a risk of cancer or various viral infections (such as COVID-19). Knowing these results can lead to disease monitoring.
Those interested in NK Cell technology can receive testing services at leading clinics or contact the MEDEZE NK laboratory directly. In addition to testing NK Cell potential for health assessment, MEDEZE NK also relies on the crucial technology known as the “Osaki Method,” invented by Dr. Junichi Matsuyama of Japan. This method can increase the function and cultivate/increase the number of Activated NK Cells by more than 1,500 times. Japan, Taiwan, and many other countries widely use NK Cells, with their respective Food and Drug Administration’s approving their use in the treatment of solid tumors in various organs.
MEDEZE NK provides services to evaluate and enhance NK Cell function (cultivating/increasing Activated NK Cells). A team of expert doctors and scientists specializing in NK Cell technology is ready to provide consultation at every step, ensuring everyone receives beneficial advice and services to improve health and protect against various diseases.