The Blood System on Your Bioenergetic Scan

Zoning in on body systems like the Digestive System is fascinating, but what about the Blood System on your bioenergetic scan?

The human body is a complex being, where various components work together in harmony to ensure our survival. The Blood System can’t be left out!

This system is separated from the Cardio Dial, on a Full Scan.  The Blood System is responsible for circulating blood to all parts of the body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to the tissues while removing waste products. 

It is closely tied to the Lymph System, and the Cardiovascular System. Because it carries cells like white blood cells, it is part of the Immune System as well.

This blog post aims to help you understand the blood system on your Full Scan Report by shedding light on how the blood works, its components, their roles, and how to maintain a healthy blood system.

Without the Blood System, our bodily functions would cease, resulting in fatal consequences. As we delve into the inner workings of the blood system, we will also explore how functional medicine looks at bloodwork and the significance of blood in traditional Chinese medicine.

The Components of the Blood System on Your Bioenergetic Scan.

The Blood System contains a body fluid that performs an array of essential functions. It is composed of several components, each playing a critical role in maintaining our health. These components include:

• Red blood cells.
• White blood cells.
• Platelets.
• Plasma.

Red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes, constitute about 45% of the blood. They carry oxygen from the lungs to the entire body and, in turn, transport carbon dioxide back to the lungs for exhalation. 

• White blood cells, or leukocytes, are the body’s defense system. This is your link to the Immune System. They protect the body against diseases and foreign invaders. 
• Platelets play a vital role in clotting, preventing excessive bleeding during injuries. 
• Plasma makes up the remaining 55% of the blood and is a yellowish fluid that transports nutrients, hormones, and proteins to the parts of the body that need them.

How Does the Blood System Work?

The Blood System works through pumping and circulation. If you have a stressed Blood Dial on your scan, you may see Circulation listed on the bottom of the first page. Circulation can be stressed for many energetic reasons, including an energetic connection to Lyme disease.

The heart pumps oxygenated blood from the left ventricle into the arterial system, which carries it throughout the body. As the blood travels, it nourishes cells with oxygen and nutrients. From the cells, it picks up carbon dioxide and other waste products, delivering them to the lungs and kidneys for removal.

If there is Heart stress, which would mean that there is stress in your Cardio Dial, then you may also see blood stress. Keep in mind that Heart or Cardio stress can be emotional, not just physical, as the heart in Traditional Chinese Medicine shows us. 

When linking to the Immune System, with toxins and foreign organisms entering the body, white blood cells respond by attacking and destroying these invaders, thereby protecting the body from diseases. Unfortunately, there are some invaders, like Bartonella, and the parasite Babesia, that evade the immune system, and cause body wide stress, and even damage to the Blood System through entering cells. 

Platelets initiate the clotting process, preventing excessive blood loss during injuries. In essence, blood acts as a transportation system, a defense mechanism, and a regulator, all rolled into one.

The Role of Red Blood Cells in the Blood System.

Erythrocytes are shaped uniquely to maximize their job—transporting oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues. They are disc-shaped, with a concave center, allowing for maximum surface area to carry oxygen. Each red blood cell contains a protein called hemoglobin. Hemoglobin binds with oxygen in the lungs, creating oxyhemoglobin, which gives the blood its red color.

If you have had a conventional A1C test, you have been given a blood snapshot of what your blood sugar looks like over the last 2-3 months. Glucose that is left in the blood binds to the hemoglobin and coats it. A red blood cell lives for about 3 months, and it can live bound to glucose if your glucose is not being utilized by the cell, or there is not enough insulin (1).

Without red blood cells, our bodies would be deprived of oxygen, leading to tissue damage and eventually death. They also remove carbon dioxide, a waste product of cellular respiration, from the body. It binds to hemoglobin, forming carboxyhemoglobin, which is transported back to the lungs and exhaled.

The Role of White Blood Cells in the Blood System.

White blood cells, or leukocytes, are the warriors of the body, defending against disease and foreign invaders. They make up only about 1% of the blood system, but play a crucial role in our health. There are several types of white blood cells, each with its method of fighting off pathogens.

Neutrophils, the most common type of white blood cells, are the first to respond to an infection. They engulf and kill bacteria and fungi. Lymphocytes, another type of white blood cells, are responsible for adaptive immunity. They remember previous invaders and mount a swift response if the same invader tries to infect the body again.

The Role of Platelets in the Blood System.

Platelets, also known as thrombocytes, are tiny blood cells that help the body form clots to stop bleeding. When one of the body’s blood vessels is injured, a signal is sent out to attract platelets to the injury site. Here, they bind together to form a platelet plug, effectively blocking the hole in the blood vessel and preventing further blood loss.

Beyond forming the initial plug, platelets also release chemicals that activate the coagulation factors in plasma. This leads to the formation of a fibrin clot, which is stronger and more stable than the initial platelet plug. This clotting process is essential for preventing excessive blood loss during injuries.

The Role of Plasma in the Blood System.

Plasma, the liquid component of blood, makes up about 55% of the body’s total blood volume. It’s primarily water but also contains proteins, nutrients, hormones, and waste products.

Plasma plays several roles in the body. It’s a crucial part of the clotting process, carrying the coagulation factors that are activated by platelets. It also transports nutrients, hormones, and proteins throughout the body. Furthermore, plasma carries waste products, like urea, to the kidneys for removal.

Blood Circulation: How Blood Travels Through the Body.

Blood circulation is a continuous process. The heart, the engine of the circulatory or Cardiovascular System, pumps blood throughout the body via a network of blood vessels. This network includes arteries, which carry oxygenated blood away from the heart, capillaries, where nutrient and waste exchange occurs, and veins, which carry deoxygenated blood back to the heart.

This circulation process can be divided into two primary circuits: 

• the systemic circuit
• the pulmonary circuit

The systemic circuit transports oxygenated blood from the heart to the body’s tissues and returns deoxygenated blood back to the heart. The pulmonary circuit carries this deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs, where it gets oxygenated again, and then brings it back to the heart.

How Functional Medicine Looks at the Blood System.

Functional medicine is a systems biology-based approach that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of disease. It views the body as one integrated system, not a collection of independent organs divided by medical specialties.

When it comes to bloodwork, functional medicine practitioners look beyond traditional markers. They consider a wide array of factors, including nutritional status, hormonal balance, immune function, and metabolic processes. By closely examining these factors, functional medicine practitioners can gain a comprehensive understanding of a person’s health and tailor treatments to address the root cause of health problems.

The Blood System and Nutrition.

Maintaining a healthy blood system is pretty important for overall health. Eat a balanced diet rich in:

• Vitamin K:  for blood clotting
• Arginine: supports circulation, nitric oxide production, hair growth, muscle growth and liver detox. 
• Iron + Copper: critical in making healthy red blood cells.
• Niacin (B3): supports circulation.
• Iodine: needed for thyroid function, as this supports transport of iodine to blood. 
• Vitamins B6: supports circulation. Fights free radicals which may affect arteries and blood vessels.
• Vitamin B9 and B12: support the function of red blood cells.
• Vitamin A: supports stem cell development into red blood cells.
• Vitamin E: supports blood circulation through widening blood vessels to allow for unimpeded blood blow. Required in the production of red blood cells and prevention of clotting.

Hydration is also essential, as water makes up a significant portion of your blood! Adequate hydration helps maintain blood volume, which aids in nutrient and waste transport. Regular check-ups and blood tests can help detect any abnormalities early, allowing for timely treatment.

The Significance of the Blood System in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), blood is viewed as a vital life force. It not only nourishes the body but also houses the mind and spirit. Blood deficiency, according to TCM, can lead to a wide range of health issues, from fatigue and pale complexion to anxiety and insomnia.

TCM practitioners use various methods, such as acupuncture and herbal remedies, to nourish the blood and correct imbalances. Blood is considered the mother of Qi, the vital energy or life force in TCM, highlighting its significance in this ancient healing practice.

Top takeaways for the Blood System and Bioenergetic Balance.

Nutritionally, onions and garlic work to protect blood vessels from arterial plaques. They have antimicrobial properties that fight infections and improve immunity. They also support liver detox specifically with sulfation.

Foods high in Vitamin C, like citrus fruits improve circulation and collagen which is a building block of the body. Need a supplement? We love liposomal supplements like a Whole Food Vitamin C!

Foods high in omega-3 fatty acids protect against circulatory disturbances and support heart health. Try to put fatty fish on your menu a few times a week, or take an Omega Supplement like Bio Omega 3.

Do you like chili peppers? Capsaicin, an active component of hot peppers, may improve blood flow. This may be in some homeopathic remedies  that support the pain response(1).  Adding a little spice to your food can help some people with circulation in the gut. Old injuries that might need improved circulation may benefit from topical creams like BioCatalase Liposome Lotion. 

Herbs may protect the blood system!

Supplements that contain Licorice Root can support sodium and potassium levels which will in turn support balanced blood pressure. Gen Intrinsic supports the Blood System through Lymph drainage. 

Green Tea may improve the functioning of cells lining blood vessels. Brewing your tea and drinking through the day, hot or cold, is beneficial! Don’t like green tea? Our Green Tea Catechins is a supplement that delivers the benefits of green tea, without the taste, or caffeine!

Ginkgo biloba works to improve blood flow by reducing stickiness of platelets and dilating blood vessels.

Whether you choose to use supplements, in the form of herbal tinctures and natural remedies, improve your diet, or both, checking what you need through a Remedy Scan can take the guesswork out of this for you!