Improving The Health Of America
Q. Dear Terry, “My 19 year old granddaughter is away at college. She is sick way too often with colds, coughs and sore throats. She is currently taking a multivitamin, along with Vitamin D and C. What else can we do to boost her immune system? Thank you in advance.” — Billie P., Johnson City, TN
A. Dear Billie, First, if your granddaughter seems to be catching an abnormal amount of colds, flu, etc., I would suggest that she make an appointment to see her healthcare professional. While her poor immune system function is most likely due to college life in general (being up late studying, living in crowded quarters, and less than stellar nutrition, etc.), it’s always good to rule out any other underlying cause(s). For example, anemia and type 2 diabetes are sometimes diagnosed from an initial complaint of a weak immune system. Once any underlying problem(s) have been ruled out, she can concentrate on nutritionally rebuilding her immune system.
I like a combination of black currant and elderberry, plus zinc, selenium, lactobacillus sporogenes and lactoferrin. All of these ingredients have anti-viral, antibacterial, or immune supportive properties. I suggest taking 1 capsule daily to maintain good health. Then, when she feels she needs extra support, she can increase to 1 capsule every three to four hours.
Another great combination to battle viruses uses Ravensara (Ravensara aromatica), Myrtle (Myrtus communis), Thyme (Thymus saturoides), and Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis) concentrated plant oils. All of these flu-fighting plant oils are exciting and work very well together. I recommend taking 1 softgel of this blend daily. When extra support is needed, she can take up to 4 softgels daily. Just be sure to choose a formula which features concentrated plant oils that have been laboratory tested to accurately identify elements of their natural chemical composition. Unlike essential oils used for massage and aromatherapy, these plant oils are tested and “fingerprinted” based on specific molecular makeup, species, marker compounds, purity and safety for internal medicinal use. The extraordinary potency of these tested plant oils allows for relatively low doses, but very powerful health benefits.
Have your granddaughter give these suggestions a try and I think she will be amazed at the results.
Healthy Regards!
Terry . . . Naturally
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