Looking to fight winter, colds & flu’s? Try adding these natural immune boosting nutrients to help boost your immune system this winter…..
MANUKA HONEY
- Coates the throat with a protective film, providing a soothing and symptomatic relief for tissues that
are irritated by a hacking cough and a sore throat. - Boosts immunity and alleviates illness by stimulating cells involved in the immune response.
LEMON
- Provides an analgesic effect and reduces irritation when applied directly onto the tissue, making it
ideal for easing sore throats. - Contains Anti-bacterial properties, helping to reduce the severity and duration of colds.
- Is an excellent source of Vitamin C, which provides protection against immune system deficiencies,
cardiovascular disease and even skin wrinkling.
GINGER
- Contains active constituents, known as gingerols, which can reduce the incidence and duration of
infections by inhibiting the growth of many types of bacteria. - Is effective in alleviating discomfort and pain in the stomach by promoting the elimination of
excessive gas from the digestive system and soothing the intestinal track. - Is a potent anti-inflammatory that inhibits the formation of inflammatory mediators produced in
conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Regular consumption of ginger reduces
pain and improves mobility.
VITAMIN C
- In the body, it acts as an antioxidant, helping to protect cells from the damage caused by free
radicals. - The body also needs vitamin C to make collagen, a protein required to help wounds heal.
- In addition, vitamin C improves the absorption of iron from plant-based foods and helps the
immune system work properly to protect the body from disease. - Good sources of vitamin C include – Oranges, broccoli, red capsium, guava, spinach and
strawberries.
ZINC
- Zinc plays a role in immune function, protein synthesis (rebuilding tissues) and wound healing.
- Zinc also supports normal growth and development during pregnancy, childhood, and
adolescence. - Good sources of Zinc include meat, legumes, nuts and seeds.
TURMERIC
- Turmeric can act as a natural anti – inflammatory in the body.
- It has been used to aid digestion and liver function, relieve arthritis pain, and regulate
menstruation. - Tumeric can easily be added to cooking, added to soups, added to scramble eggs, add it to roast
vegetables or add it to smoothies.
If you have been battling a cough, cold or flu this winter, try some of these natural immune boosting remedies to help boost your immune system and remember – hydration is key!
