Each season has its own beauty, and sometimes with that beauty, there are health issues. Especially if you suffer from Seasonal Allergies, Asthma, or are prone to Colds and Flues.
But there is good news. Each season does not have to mean a new round of antibiotics, steroids and allergy medications. You can start building your body's defenses now, so you will be able to fight off those pesky problems, sooner than you think.
Let's talk about Seasonal colds and flues.
The use of herbs that stimulate the immune system BEFORE or at the first sign of a cold or flu can be very effective in minimizing symptoms, shortening the duration of the illness, and reducing complications such as bronchitis. This is the first defense against colds and flues.
If the bug gets you anyway, you can use Respiratory support products to help alleviate the congestion, as well as heal and restore the sinus and mucous membranes.
Benefits:
•Stimulates the immune system in a multitude of ways.
•Protects the heart against oxidative and free radical damage.
Astragalus [Immune, Circulatory] root has been used to promote immune function
and as a tonic to build stamina. Ancient Chinese texts record the use of
astragalus for tonifying the spleen, blood and chi.
Astragalus contains saponins, sterols, flavonoids, isoflavones and
polysaccharides that have health-promoting benefits.
Astragalus root may stimulate the immune system in many ways. It promotes the
production of stem cells in bone marrow and lymph tissue and
encourages their development into active immune cells. It appears to help
trigger immune cells from a “resting” state into heightened activity.
One study showed that astragalus root helps promote and maintain respiratory
function. It also enhances the body’s production of immunoglobulin and
stimulates macrophages. Astragalus can help activate T cells and natural
killer cells.
Several studies also show that astragalus demonstrates heart benefits,
including protection against oxidative cellular damage. The flavonoids,
saponins and polysaccharides found in astragalus root help minimize free
radical damage on membranes.
Each capsule contains 420 mg of astragalus root.
Take 2 capsules with a meal three times daily.
Benefits:
•Enhances the immune system.
•Supports the cardiovascular system
•Promotes energy.
Thai-Go® [Vital Nutrition, Immune] is a blend of the most healthful fruits
and nutritional supplements from all over the world. Thai-Go is replete with
xanthones, bioflavonoids and powerful antioxidants. Bioflavonoids contribute
to the bright colors of fruits and vegetables. In the body, bioflavonoids
enhance vitamin C absorption and help maintain collagen and capillary walls.
They also aid in the body’s immune–defense system.
Antioxidants scavenge the free radicals that the body accumulates as a
byproduct of energy production as well as through pollution, tobacco smoke,
ultraviolet light and radiation. Antioxidants benefit virtually every organ
and body system because they mop up damaging free radicals. Thai-Go
delivers a punch of antioxidant potential with a very high ORAC value.
Immune Stimulator [Immune] is a blend of natural ingredients known to support
and boost the immune system. Its antioxidant activity protects the
integrity of DNA. This formula promotes macrophage activity, which
strengthens the body’s natural defense system. Immune Stimulator is
a combination of:
• Beta-glucans—long-chain polysaccharides that
stimulate the immune system into action. Beta-glucans increase the
production of macrophages, T-cells, natural killer cells and cytokines.
• Arabinogalactan stimulates natural killer cells and
macrophage activity. It also helps increase the flora of Bifidobacteria and
Lactobacillus, two beneficial types of intestinal flora.
• Colostrum is the first milk produced by mammals before
the onset of lactation. Rich in immune-enhancing transfer factors, colostrum
supports the immune system of the newborn. It helps protect beneficial
microorganisms in the intestinal tract to bolster their defenses.
• Reishi mushroom and maitake mushroom are from the same
family (polyporaceae), and their similar polysaccharide content is thought
to boost immune activity, increase the activation of natural killer cells
and activate macrophages.
• Cordyceps protects genes by promoting the integrity of
DNA. Cordyceps increases T-cell and B-cell activity, important to immune
response.
For maintenance, take 1 capsule between meals two or three times daily. For
periods of immune system stress, take 6–10 capsules daily. Complementary
products include Protease Plus, Olive Leaf Extract and VS-C®.
Benefits:
• Maintains a strong immune system.
• Helps support the body’s efforts to clear toxins.
Echinacea/Golden Seal [Immune] combines two popular immune system-supporting
herbs. Echinacea may influence the immune system in a positive way. This
product combines the qualities of Echinacea purpurea herb and root and E.
angustifolia root .
Golden Seal root ( Hydrastis canadensis ) contains the powerful
alkaloids berberine and hydrastine that help the body maintain strong
immunity. It has become one of the most popular herbs in America
today. Golden Seal’s constituents also benefit the digestive and
circulatory systems.
NOTE: Pregnant or lactating women should not take golden seal
Adults: Take 2 capsules with a meal three times daily.
Pregnant or lactating women should not take golden seal.
Other Immune products you might like:
Colloidal
Silver
Nature's
Noni®
One of the best "all around" formulas for almost every type of respiratory problem, including suns problems, allergies, hay fever, pneumonia, coughs and chronic sinus congestion.
Benefits:
•Helps soothe irritated tissues.
•Encourages the entire respiratory tract to gently cleanse itself.
•Assists the body in neutralizing allergens by nutritional means.
ALJ® [Respiratory] is the key product for the respiratory system. Airborne
particles are everywhere. When particles enter the respiratory system via the
nose or the mouth, the body turns on its cleansing mechanisms, and the immune
system is put on active duty. Herbal nourishment supports a healthy
respiratory system that can be challenged by inhaled irritants.
ALJ combines selected herbal ingredients to nourish the immune and respiratory
systems. This formula supports healthy lung function and helps support
the body during seasonal changes. It also encourages the entire
respiratory tract to gently cleanse itself and helps promote respiratory
tissue health.
It contains:
Boneset aerial parts
Fennel seeds
Fenugreek seeds
Horseradish root extract
Mullein leaves extract
Each of these herbs has been used traditionally as a dietary supplement. ALJ
combines them in a balanced formula. ALJ liquid extract provides all the
benefits of its powdered counterpart in an easily absorbable liquid form,
preserved in a glycerin base.
Adults: Take 2–4 capsules/tablets with a meal three times
daily; liquid, take 20–30 drops (1–2 ml) with water every two–four
hours;
Children: take 10–20 drops (0.5–1 ml) with water every
two–four hours. One ml is equal to 2 ALJ Vegitabs.
Benefits:
• Provides nutrients that support the respiratory system in its
battle against allergens, pollutants and toxins.
• Provides antioxidant strength to help stabilize mast cells.
• Supports the body’s efforts to control inflammation and swelling of
mucous membranes.
HistaBlock® [Respiratory] supports the body in times of respiratory stress. A
powerful combination of stinging nettle, quercetin, bromelain and
immature orange peel (which contains synephrine). HistaBlock provides
nutritional support for the respiratory system.
This formula provides antioxidants and supports the body’s efforts
to maintain mucous membrane health and nasal passage tissues.
Adults: Take 2 capsules with a meal twice daily.
Benefits:
•May act as a tonic for the respiratory system.
•Maintains tissue surfaces.
•Supports the lungs and sinuses.
•Helps promote mucous membrane moisture.
•Offers additional benefits to the circulatory and urinary systems.
Lung Support, Chinese [Respiratory] is a Chinese combination of 16 herbs
specially formulated to supplement the needs of a weakened metal constitution.
The Chinese call this formula fu lei, which can be translated to mean
“strengthen the weak and thin.”
Lung Support is considered a lung tonic formula. Its primary
herbs— anemarrhena, aster, bupleurum and astragalus—have been used in
Traditional Chinese Medicine to boost the immune system, build energy and
support the respiratory system.
The formula includes:
Astragalus root
Aster root
Qinjiao root
Platycodon root
Anemarrhena rhizome
Bupleurum root
Dang gui root
Lycium bark
Ophiopogon root
Panax ginseng root
Atractylodes rhizome
Blue citrus peel
Citrus peel
Typhonium rhizome
Schizandra fruit
Licorice root
Adults: Take 3 capsules with a meal three times daily.
Eucalyptus is best known for its expectorant properties. It reduces the swelling of mucous membranes and loosens phlegm to make breathing easier, while increasing oxygen supply to the body's cells. It can help with airborne stphylococci bacteria and is stimulating to the immune system. These properties make it very useful for cols and flue as well as sinus problems and throat infections.
Description:
Eucalyptus BIO Essential Oil (Eucalyptus globulus, steam-distilled, organic)
is cooling, stimulating and penetrating and inspires feelings of emotional
balance. It is useful during the changing seasons.
It contains strong compounds and can be used for all skin types.
See the Essential Oils page for other
oils you can use with Eucalyptus.
Note: Not for use during pregnancy or on children under the
age of 2 or by asthmatics.
For external use only.