Who doesn't want to get through a cold or flu quickly, without too many symptoms, and without overloading themselves with medication? There's a simple, effective solution within our reach: all we have to do is keep our immune system in top form. According to some studies, the three main elements are sufficient, restorative sleep, good stress management and a healthy diet.
To help us maintain a healthy immune system, there are medicinal plants that can give our immune system a boost. Here are a few medicinal plants that will have a very beneficial effect on your immune system. In infusion form, there are a number of plants with virtues for preventing and relieving cold and flu symptoms.
Also known as ascorbic acid, vitamin C contributes to several defense mechanisms in the body. Filling up on vitamin C is a good start to preventing colds and flu.
Orange peel
Herbal orange peels are very rich in vitamin C, as are lemon peels. They can be brewed as herbal teas or mixed with green tea, which also increases the assimilation of the antioxidants contained in tea leaves.
Echinacea
Echinacea is also renowned for its ability to prevent colds and relieve the symptoms caused by the disease. The root is used to make an infusion, which is also effective against fatigue, sore throats, sinusitis and laryngitis.
Ginseng
Ginseng is consumed as an infusion to combat fatigue. But it is also highly effective in helping the immune system fight winter illnesses. Boil 2 to 5 grams of root per cup of water for around ten minutes.
Elderberry
Elderberry is consumed as an infusion to combat a host of minor ailments. Colds, flus, sinusitis and bronchitis are no match for the power of this plant. It can be taken as a simple infusion or mixed with a little peppermint.
Thyme
Thyme is antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-infectious and antibacterial, so it can combat a wide range of viruses and bacteria. Thyme is traditionally used to treat respiratory disorders such as coughs, and to combat bronchitis.
When the disease has already set in, it also has marvellous plates for combating symptoms and reducing convalescence time.
Plantain
Plantain has a reputation for stopping colds. Plantain is recognized for its anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious effects in the treatment of respiratory ailments such as bronchitis, flu and colds. It also treats the mucous membranes of the mouth and larynx. It is prepared as an infusion.
Ginger
In addition to fighting colds, coughs and other winter ailments, ginger has detoxifying, energizing and digestive properties. It acts as an anti-stress agent and helps eliminate intestinal gas.
Making herbal tea to fight colds and flu.
There's no better way to combat runny noses, sore throats and headaches caused by colds and flu than with a good combination of herbal infusions. There are several types of herbal teas with low medicinal plant bases, but we've created a blend that acts as a CHIP-BREAKER.
Our anti-cold herbal tea is made with plantain, peppermint, thyme, echinacea and ginger. It has a pleasant taste for an anti-cold herbal tea, its effects are quickly felt, and if you drink it as soon as the first symptoms appear, you're sure to avoid days of sickness and low energy. A little rest, a few cups of herbal tea and you're all set.
On that note, we recommend that you consult your doctor before taking herbal remedies if you are taking medication. There could be an interaction with your medication.