Arm Your Fall/Winter Immune System Naturally

Summer is fading, so now is a good time to take inventory of that medicine chest. As we return to our regular work and school schedule, we need to make sure we have the right herbs to combat common fall and winter ailments. And the atmospheric events that we have been experiencing this summer, like fires, flooding and storms will only serve to further aggravate our immune systems.

Among those most affected and at the highest risk of complications caused by flu and virus are people with compromised immune systems. This is often because of age, underlying medical conditions, medications or other risk factors. But make no mistake, we must all be kind to our immune system. Simple lifestyle changes and natural nutrients can dramatically improve our body’s ability to protect us, no matter what underlying conditions we may have. Stress, diet, social habits, sleep patterns and activity levels all contribute to our overall well-being; and they all have a profound effect on our immune system.

A healthy immune system can reduce and perhaps even prevent viral infection and flu. It is our first line of defense against harmful microorganisms entering our bodies; and the stronger our immune systems are, the less chance we have of falling ill.

We all know the lifestyle changes we need to make: Eat right, exercise, sufficient sleep, practice good social habits and minimize stress.  Easy, right?  But for most of us, it is an ongoing battle to make good choices a habit, not a chore.  So, let’s make the immune support part of the process easy-to-follow.

Tinctures are one of the most efficient resources available and can provide the many nutrients we need to combat the invisible enemies of the bacterial and viral world. Natural herbal tinctures make it very easy. A dropper 2-3 times a day can give you the protection you need.  

As tinctures are absorbed sublingual under the tongue, we can quickly fortify our immune system, balance our flora and lymph system, and sooth the inflammation created by invasive flu and virus strains.  Conversely, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the overuse of pharmaceutical antibiotics can actually cause microbes to mutate and grow stronger.

To that end, we have created some synergistic herbal formula tincture extracts that incorporate many different herbs and specifically nurture and strengthen the immune system. We include an information sheet on each herb used in our formulas that includes any drug or conditional interactions that you need to be aware of.

Explore all the wonderful herbs included in these formulas to learn more about them.

KVA-Formula Formerly CVF

This is one of our all-time favorite formulas.  If I or my husband are preparing for travel, feel symptoms coming on, or if we know we are going to be around people who are ill, we take this formula with great success.  This is a must-have for the medicine cabinet for the old and young alike. The ingredients include Garlic, astragalus, marshmallow, mullein, uva ursi, wormwood, black walnut, white oak, skullcap, lobelia, vinegar, glycerin, honey

Elderberry Syrup Plus|Flower & Berry with Cinnamon, Clove and Honey

The flowers and berries of Elderberry plants are sweat inducing.  At the first sign of flu, used in combination with Peppermint, it will promote free perspiration which will generally help to get rid of flu quickly. Elderberry flowers are used to treat bronchial and upper respiratory disorders as well as hay fever. Considered to have a mild laxative action, it also may be used for rheumatism, gout, combating free radicals and inflammation. It is also used for influenza and cold sores.

CFF #1084|Liquid Herbal Immune Support

This is a must-have formula for any type of immune system dysfunction.  It will eradicate free radicals and cleanse the blood. It will also help to strengthen the liver, colon and kidneys.

The ingredients include:  Aloe vera, Black Cohosh, Burdock, Chaparral leaf, Cat’s Claw, Echinacea, Fenugreek, Garlic, Goldenseal Root, Graviola, Gravel Root, Juniper Berry, Lemon Grass, Maitake, Milk Thistle, Mistletoe, Neem, Nettle, Oregon Grape Root, Periwinkle, Plantain, Red Reishi, Rosehips, Sage, Shitake, Sheep Sorrel, Slippery Elm Bark, Turkey Rhubarb Root, Turmeric, Thyme, White Oak Bark, Yarrow, Yellow Dock.

Anti-B Herbal Formula #1018|Liquid Compound Formula

This potent remedy is a formula we have used for many years and has helped our family stay healthy. This tincture has antibiotic properties stronger than many prescription medicines and can target “unwanted” bacteria, protozoa, and yeasts and has powerful, immune-activating abilities. Made with love and the highest quality ingredients. The formula contains Echinacea Root, Goldenseal Leaf, Poke Root and Cayenne Pepper.

Herbal antibiotics are milder than their pharmaceutical counterparts, which makes using them for minor illnesses a logical option. And people have been using herbal antibiotics traditionally for centuries to combat microbes that cause illnesses. With the right herbal formulas and some healthy habits, you can glide through cold and flu season with ease.