Herbal Therapies
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Today I bring you another alternative therapy you might enjoy including in your diet to boost your Immune system.
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After attending @drhyman webinar about Covid-19, I made a little list about some of them.
.Herbal medicine is the use of plants to treat disease and enhance general health and wellbeing. Herbs can interact with other pharmaceutical medications and should be taken with care and always consult your doctor before taking them.
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1 Curcumin: aids the IMMUNE SYSTEM, as it helps your body fight foreign invaders. A strongly ANTI-INFLAMMATORY, in fact, it’s so powerful that it matches the effectiveness of some anti- inflammatory drugs.
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2 Andrographis: is an herb long used in traditional Chinese medicine and ayurveda. Also known as "Indian echinacea," andrographis is a bitter-tasting herb rich in compounds known as andrographolides. These compounds are thought to have anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antioxidant properties, supporting upper respiratory, liver, and immune system health.
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3 Elderberry: The berries and flowers of elderberry are packed with antioxidants and vitamins that may boost your immune system. They can help tame inflammation, lessen stress, and help protect your heart, too. A good defense against colds, flu, sinusitis, viral hepatitis, respiratory tract infections and bacterial infections,
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4 Astragalus: amazing for immune-boosting, anti-aging and anti-inflammatory effects. Astragalus is believed to prolong life and used to treat a wide variety of ailments, such as fatigue, allergies and the common cold. It's also used against heart disease, diabetes and other conditions.
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5 Mushroom Extracts such as reishi, maitake, shiitake, turkey tail, and cordyceps. These provide immune-supporting properties. Some of the benefits you could expect from mushroom supplements include increased energy, improved muscle recovery, immune support, heart health, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and concentration or cognition.