Our immune system is our body’s key defense mechanism for preventing and fighting off disease. It is your body’s own personal army and consists of cells, organs and tissues that work together to defend the body against “foreign invaders” such as bad bacteria, fungi and parasites. It is the immune system’s job to keep these invaders out or destroy them altogether. If you have a weak, or weakened immune system, steps such as regular detoxification of toxins, added nutrition and getting a good night’s sleep will be of prime importance.
The simple message I share with all my patients is support your body naturally so you can “be the best you can be” and have the best chance to fight off illnesses that may come your way. How can you develop the body’s resilience to infectious disease? Start with exercise. It is free, effective, and encouraged by the CDC. According to a 2019 scientific review in the... Read More
There is no shortage of products that claim to help people get through cold and flu season. But for those who like to focus on scientifically-backed natural medicines, consider making room in your medicine cabinet for an effective new immune-booster – mushrooms. In some parts of the world, mushrooms have been used medicinally for centuries. However, many people in western medicine do not realize their... Read More
While there is much to love about the fall and winter, one unwelcome aspect is the arrival of cold and flu season. Even if you are able to avoid a nasty bout of the flu, common cold symptoms can linger far longer than we would like. Do you ever feel like you’ve mostly gotten over a cold in just a few days, but can’t seem... Read More
As much as we may try, it is difficult to completely avoid illness during cold and flu season. Fortunately, there is a natural supplement, elderberry, which has been scientifically shown to boost the immune system, help with inflammation, and reduce the duration of cold and flu symptoms. Elderberry has been used for centuries as a well-known and vital component of natural medicine regimens in other... Read More
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