Sentences with phrase «healthy defense mechanisms»

But instead of going crazy they are exhibiting very normal and healthy defense mechanisms that are meant to help them survive.

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But in the following hours and days, the body's self - defense mechanisms backfire: White blood cells come in to clean up dead tissue, which causes massive inflammation, which in turn triggers healthy cells in the surrounding tissue to self - destruct in a process called apoptosis.

In addition, Red Star Nutritional Yeast contains other beneficial components, such as beta - 1,3 glucan and mannan, complex carbohydrates known to improve the immune response and help maintain cholesterol levels that are already within a healthy range; trehalose, a disaccharide that helps maintain the health of brain cells; and glutathione, an antioxidant that plays an important role in cellular defense mechanisms.

But usually this bravado is a defense mechanism developed to cover up his lack of healthy pride and genuine self - worth.

Healthy narcissism is a useful defense mechanism when you need a small dose of entitlement, for example, when you're asking for a raise or being unfairly treated.