How to Protect Yourself From Colds, Flu

– Build Your Immunity Naturally

Some people never seem to get colds, while others seem to always be sick. The same is true of the flu. You learned about the causes of the infections in my last article. Here you will learn how to strengthen your immune system naturally.

Some immunity comes with age, unless a person suffers from an immunodeficiency disease. Some immunity can be lost with age, due at least partially to poor nutrient absorption. As we age, it can become harder for our bodies to absorb nutrients from the foods that we eat.

But, what do nutrients have to do with immune system function? That depends on the nutrient in question. Let’s look at a few important nutrients and how they help to protect you from viral infections of all kinds.

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids

The omega-3 fatty acids are a group of unsaturated fats, some of which are particularly healthy, all of which are healthier than saturated and trans-fat. Both the omega-3s and omega-6s are essential and must be present in the diet, but the popular food trend has caused many people to suffer from a dietary imbalance. They get many times more omega-6s than omega-3s. This leads to inflammation throughout the body.

Inflammation is one of the symptoms associated with viral infections. If a person is already suffering from low-grade inflammation due to an unhealthy diet, they will suffer more severe symptoms. You can increase your intake of the healthiest omega-3 fatty acids by taking Omega3/DHA Fish Oil.  

• Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamins and minerals are used by your body to create elements responsible for immune system strength. White blood cells, for example, are diseases fighters. When a virus is detected, they rush to the scene of the infection and work to encapsulate and deactivate the pathogen before it can make you ill.

If you get enough vitamins and minerals every day, you will find that you have fewer colds and if you do get sick, you will find that you recover faster. Some multi-vitamin and mineral supplements are better than others, of course.

I recommend Total Balance, a multi-nutritional supplement that also contains extracts like turmeric. Turmeric is a spice plant with natural anti-viral, anti-fungal and antibacterial activity.

•   Olive Leaf Extract

Olive leaves were among the first medicines. They were the only medicines mentioned in the Bible. Modern researchers have found that the leaves contain various phyto-nutrients with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-pathogen activity. Taking OLE every day can further reduce your risk of colds and flu.

• Milk Thistle Extract

Milk thistle extract supports the health and function of your liver. Your liver is responsible for cleansing pathogens from your bloodstream. Once elements of the immune system have encapsulated and rendered the viruses inactive, they will eventually end up in the liver, where they are prepared for disposal from the body.

•   Andrographis

Referred to colloquially as Indian Echinacea, andrographis is very effective for preventing and treating colds, the flu and other viral infections. It may also be effective against bacterial and some parasitic infections.

You can take each of the last three extracts separately. But, it makes more sense to choose a supplement that contains all three, along with a good extra helping of vitamin C.   Viral-Protec is the supplement I recommend for at-risk individuals and anyone who wants a stronger immune system.