Whether you want to protect yourself from a cold or flu , or speed up your recovery when you do get sick from them, these nine herbs and supplements will be important components in your healing process.
You can use them year-round to boost and strengthen your immune system against colds and flu, or use them (most of them) when you know you may be at increased risk of infections, and/or when you experience cold or flu symptoms.
These herbs and supplements are powerful healers for all types of chronic illnesses and symptoms, not just colds and flu. You may want to include them if you have any symptoms or conditions at all. You can read more about the healing properties of each of these herbs and supplements on our blog .
Zinc, in the form of liquid zinc sulfate , is an essential mineral that everyone should supplement with to fight colds and flu , for chronic illnesses, and to maintain health and prevent future illnesses. Zinc is a virus and germ killer . The onslaught of viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens we face today is particularly depleting our zinc reserves. Almost everyone is zinc deficient. If someone is so deficient in zinc that even the liver's reserves have dropped to a dangerous level, they can develop a host of autoimmune and virus-related diseases, which you can read about in the books of the Healer Medium . Zinc helps the liver's immune system fight off any hostile microorganisms that enter the liver, including colds and flu. Try the zinc shock therapy described in our blog at the first sign of a cold or flu.
Cat's claw destroys cold and flu pathogens and other viruses, bacteria, and other unfriendly microorganisms. It strengthens the immune system to fight colds and flu and brings stability to the body. Cat's claw can help relieve almost any symptom, from neurological to digestive. While cat's claw has received some attention for its medicinal properties, it is not yet known to science that the herb contains bioactive pharmacological compounds that replace synthetic pharmaceuticals. Too often, antibiotics are used against certain diseases, such as Lyme disease. The world would be a different place if cat's claw replaced antibiotics. The incidence of illness would decrease and recovery would be faster, regardless of the diagnosis of a given disease. Of course, pharmaceutical antibiotics have their place and purpose. However, cat's claw is unique in that pathogens such as bacteria cannot become resistant to it, as sometimes happens with antibiotics. For three decades, there has been a growing interest in the miraculous healing benefits of cat's claw because it is such an important aid for so many conditions and symptoms. Read more about cat's claw .
Rosehip tea. Rosehips contain bioavailable vitamin C , which helps the body fight off viruses and bacteria. Drinking rosehip tea on days when you take a vitamin C supplement is beneficial, as the vitamin C from the rosehips will activate the supplemental form, making it stronger. Anthony William recommends Micro-C, which already contains rosehip extract, which is one of the reasons it is his preferred vitamin C supplement.
Vitamin C, in the form of Micro-C , not only helps fight colds and flu, but also strengthens the entire immune system, especially the killer cells that hunt down viruses, bacteria, yeast, molds, and other unwanted fungi, all of which can weaken the immune system year-round. The strength of your immune system is directly related to how often you get colds and flu and how severe they are. Vitamin C speeds up the recovery of white blood cells and the time it takes to recover from colds and flu. Try Healer Medium's Vitamin C Shock Therapy at the first sign of a developing cold or flu.
Lemon balm is an incredible antiviral and antibacterial agent. It also helps with nausea, loss of appetite, and calms the nervous system, which is much needed when you have a cold or flu. This calming ability means that your nerves will be calmer and thus sleep will come more easily when you are sick. Lemon balm is a fantastic herb to include year-round for both cold and flu relief and for chronic illnesses and symptoms. Read more about the healing properties of lemon balm on our blog.
Elderberry syrup is one of the most effective remedies for treating viral and bacterial infections such as colds and flu and can significantly shorten the time you are sick. Elderberry is also known to have the ability to significantly boost immune function by stimulating the production of cytokines in the body. They are also very beneficial for bronchial and respiratory problems and can help loosen and expel congestion in the lungs. You can learn more about the healing properties of elderberry on our blog.
B12 with adenosylcobalamin and methylcobalamin is the best form of B12, both for chronic diseases and symptoms, and for colds and flu. This form of B12 helps protect the nervous system and adrenal glands, which are weakened by fever, flu and all sorts of other pathogens. In addition, almost everyone today is deficient in vitamin B12. Even if you get a blood test that shows that vitamin B12 levels are normal, this does not mean that it is usable B12 that is absorbed where it should be in your body. Your central nervous system, liver or other organs may still have a serious deficiency, and a deficiency of the right kind of B12 creates the prerequisites for the development or worsening of all kinds of symptoms and conditions. Lack of B12 is a real deficiency with real health consequences. The body relies on B12 for tens of thousands of daily functions. Learn more about the Healer Medium's Vitamin B12 Shock Therapy .
Peppermint tea is a gentle and soothing antispasmodic that soothes the intestinal nerves and spasms that can occur with a flu infection. It also helps relieve headaches and congestion and is an immune system booster. You can use fresh peppermint or dried peppermint tea.
Curcumin is a component of turmeric that reduces inflammation from an invader, such as a flu virus or other pathogen. It also relieves pain and is fantastic for colds and flu, congestion, coughs, sore throats, and/or sinus problems. Curcumin also purifies the blood and provides incredible support for the liver.
For more information on healing foods and supplements, read Anthony William's book "The Most Beneficial Foods" or visit the supplements section of his website .
