During this time of year, we are successible to cold and flu viruses, including COVID19! We have to fight these viruses and armor up our immune system for a healthier life.

Herbs for Defense:

Astragalus: Protects the immune system and promotes healing within the body (do not use if fever is present)

Black Cherry: Rich in antioxidants and has anti-inflammatory benefits (should not be used during pregnancy)

Ginger: Fights inflammation (not recommended for people who take anticoagulants or have gallstones; not recommended for extended use during pregnancy)

Mushrooms (maitake, shiitake, and reishi): Stimulates immune cells

Olive Leaf extract: Enhances immune function and fights all types of infections

Herbs for Relief:

Pau d’arco: Fights bacterial and viral infections

Goldenseal: Fights infection and inflammation (do not take internally on a daily basis for more than a week at a time; do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding)

Echinacea: Fights inflammation, bacterial and viral infections and enhances your immune system (do not take for more than 3 months at a time)

Yarrow tea: Reduces fever and other common cold symptoms

Bonset: Expectorant and eliminator of mucus (do not use on a daily basis for more than a week)

Cayenne: Helps keep mucus flowing, aiding in preventing congestion and headaches

Elderberry: Its antiviral properties reduces flu symptoms as well as combating free radicals and inflammation (should not be used during pregnancy)

Eucalyptus oil: Relieves congestion (external use only)

Fenugreek: Breaks up phlegm and mucus

Slippery elm: Removes phlegm and mucus from the body

Linden-flower tea: Suppresses cough and reduces fever

Wild pansy tea: Treats colds with fever and respiratory congestion

For children:

Echinacea and Goldenseal combo: An alcohol-free extract is recommended; 4-6 drops of the combination extract in water or juice every four hours for three days.

Catnip tea and Lobelia tincture: To reduce a fever, take catnip tea enemas and ^1/4 to ^1/2 teaspoon lobelia tincture ever three to four hours until fever drops.

***Always wash your hands***

Try it and and see how much it will change your life, health and wellness. Leave a comment below and let me know what you think, if you have tried it. That’s all for now.

Get healthy today and stay healthy tomorrow!