Immune Boosting Tips
Like it or not, Cold and Flu season is upon us. Help protect yourself and your family against being miserable and missing valuable days of work and school. Giving the body what it needs and keeping a constant supply of nutrients will help ensure that the body can resist any pathogen it encounters. Always remember: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.
Following a basic “Wellness Lifestyle” will go a long way toward preventing illness, as you will be supporting optimal function of the body and increase the ability to fight pathogens.
Tips:
- Avoiding grains, sugars and other highly starchy foods will ensure that the body is functioning at peak immunity should it encounter a virus or bacteria.
- Optimize levels of Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Zinc, Magnesium, Potassium and Selenium.
- Getting enough sleep is also crucial to preventing illness; even a couple nights of interrupted or not enough sleep can leave the body worn down and unable to resist illness.
- Regular exercise has been shown to reduce the number of times a person gets ill per year and the duration, if infected.
- Cough and sneeze into your elbow instead of covering your cough with your hand. Turn your head and cough into your elbow, as it is far less likely than your hands to come in contact with people or surfaces.
Wash up often.The more frequently you wash your hands, the lower your risk of becoming sick. Remember: Colds and flu are caused by viruses — not bacteria — so banking on antibacterial soap as a safeguard against colds and flu won’t be effective. Studies have shown that washing your hands with an antibacterial soap is no better at preventing infectious illnesses than scrubbing with plain soap and water. Additionally, there is evidence that the main active ingredient in many antibacterial soaps may facilitate the growth of resistant bacteria and kill beneficial bacteria.- Refrain from touching your face. If you refrain from touching your eyes, nose and lips, you drastically reduce the likelihood of a virus entering your body.
- Avoid frequently touched surfaces (door knobs, shopping carts, faucets, etc). Pushing public bathroom doors open with your shoulder, will lessen contact of viruses and bacteria from hand to mouth. Use paper towels to turn off faucet handles after washing hands and to open doors. Properly place trash cans, near the door make this more successful.
- Stay Hydrated on a daily basis. Our bodies are made of 70% water. Proper hydration is imperative to optimal cellular function. The goal is ½ of your body weight in ounces of water per day.
- Maintain a positive attitude and emotion.
- Reduce stress and minimize your reaction to stress. . Stress burden weakens the immune system.
- Add proven immune support: Mushrooms: Maitake mushrooms (Grifola frondosa), reishi mushrooms (Ganoderma lucidum) and shiitake mushrooms (Lentinula edodes) rev up the immune system to defend against a number of viruses. Maitake, Fu-Ling(poria cocos), Turkey Tail Mushroom(Coriolus Versicolor), Oyster Mushroom( Pleurtous Ostreatus), Cordyceps(Paecilomyces Hepiali
We now offer specialized immune support packages to lessen the risk of infection and to help you recover in less time, should you become sick. The quicker the treatment, the more rapid the recovery. This package is a must for travel and makes a thoughtful gift.
I Don’t Want To Get Sick Immune Booster: Cost : $99
Immunocore
90-day supply
One tablets per day with food for three months
Ultrapotent C 1000
90-day supply
One tablet twice daily
Multistrain Probiotic
60-day supply
One capsule daily
Optional:
Ultra Flora Immune Booster (Probiotic support for Nasal, Sinus, and Respiratory Health) $35
30-day supply
One tablet daily during the months of October-December and March-May
I’m Sick Today Treatment Pack: Cost: $109
Shorter recovery time. Treats up to three people with one kit. Great for travel!
Oreganol
Take one capsule 3 times per day for 10 days.
Take with food as it may cause indigestion.
Mycoferon
Take 30 drops in 4 ounces of water three times per day until symptoms resolve.
Ultrapotent C 1000
One tablet twice daily for 10 days
