Supplements for Immunity and Sickness Prevention
We are now almost a year into the pandemic, and as much as I hate to admit it, we are nowhere near being in the clear. In the meantime, what can one do to continue being safe and keeping that immune system in check?
Aside from the obvious things: wearing a mask, gloves, hand sanitizing, washing your hands like your life depends on it (because it kinda does), and not going out when not necessary, I have compiled a list of PROACTIVE things you can do to help build that immune system up!
I am a little bit of a natural supplement nerd, but I only became this way due to noticing I had a weakened immune system a few years back. I never encourage other people to take things that I don't take myself, so this list has been compiled of things that have been keeping my immunity strong since last March!
Zinc (Up to 4x a day)
Zinc has been proven to be beneficial against Covid-19, and if taken on a regular basis it can do wonders for your body.
Immucore OR RM-10 supplements
These supplements are comprised of a mushroom blend, and are STRONG in immune support and function. They can be taken daily in addition to a multivitamin, or you can take up to 4 a day when you are feeling the sickies come on. The two I've listed below are basically the same supplement, just different brands of it. I have taken both and noticed differences with both.
https://www.metagenics.com/immucore
https://www.gardenoflife.com/content/product/rm-10-immune-support/
Vitamin C tablets (Up to 6 a day, 1000MG)
Sinus Rinse
I never go without this stuff. It is a safe alternative to allergy medication like Zyrtec and Allegra, and it not only helps with allergies, it also works against bacteria and virus particles in the nose as well! I spray a little anytime I come home from being out in public to cleanse my airways of any intruders.
https://www.mynaturesrite.com/product/sinus-relief/
WATER
It goes without saying, but water is the most powerful weapon in staying healthy!
ACV Shot
I used to always make fun of my mom for taking apple cider vinegar shots when sick, but now I take one every day! Make this ACV concoction to keep PH levels balanced - it also helps with immunity, or when you feel a sore throat coming on.
Mix Together in a Glass:
Cold water, a tablespoon of Apple Cider Vinegar (make sure it has the mother in it) , a squeeze of honey, and add a few squirts of fresh lemon juice - and drink up!
Herbs
I first tried herbs earlier this year when coming down with Covid symptoms after hearing Laura Bell Bundy RAVE about them after she came down with covid herself.
This clinic in Los Angeles takes phone consultations with new clients, where they ask you very thorough questions regarding your health and symptoms. They then mix you a custom blend of chinese herbs to help combat symptoms, and send them your way.
Sound expensive? They actually take payments on a sliding scale based on your income!
https://universalfamilyclinic.com/
Collodial Silver
There are a lot of mixed reviews online about collodial silver and its benefits, but I have been taking silver anytime I feel like my body is fighting off something - and it always does the trick! I prefer a silver hydrosol, which has a very tiny amount of broken down silver in a water based solution for easy consumption.
Leafy Greens/Smoothie
Your mama always told you to eat your greens - and she was right! Leafy green veggies keeps that immune system in check, but has many other health benefits as well: it lowers blood pressure, keeps your heart healthy, keeps your digestive system happy, and much more!
Try getting a daily serving (if not more) of spinach, kale, and broccoli. I prefer to mix spinach into my morning smoothies, and then have kale with lunch and broccoli with dinner, making it easy to get greens with each meal!
Echinachea
Weird name, but good benefits. This supplement is a natural herb that builds immunity.
Elderberry Syrup
People have started catching on to taking elderberry - because it works! Drink a tablespoon of syrup a day to keep the sniffles away.
STEAM HEAT, BABY!
Steaming just 10 minutes a day (especially during the cold winter months) helps keep the nasal passages hydrated, meaning bacteria and viruses don’t have a place to hangout. Any steamer will do, but I highly recommend the MyPureMist brand.
Wishing you a healthy and happy 2021!
Alyssa
No Sweat Rep Owner
