wellness in all seasons

wellness

in all seasons

During changing seasons, it seems like everyone gets sick. And, with the COVID virus still hanging around, this season could be particularly challenging. To protect our bodies, we must go beyond the basics of a healthy diet, hand washing, and exercise to be proactive in our approach to support health and immunity. To keep the immune system strong and fight off infections, remember these three proactive steps.

Control Stress. Stress can weaken your immune system, so stress reduction techniques including exercise and getting adequate rest can help your body handle stress. A walk outside can help bring stress levels down. Adaptogen herbs, such as rhodiola and ashwagandha, help balance out the effects of stress, helping your body adapt to stress better and reducing the negative effects of stress.

Boost Core Nutrients. Vitamin C, vitamin D, and zinc are core nutrients that support immunity. Vitamin C is an antioxidant with antiviral properties, necessary for normal white blood cell activity (a function of the immune system). Vitamin C is water soluble, so it is often used up or eliminated by the body, especially when under stress. This makes daily use of vitamin C important for healthy immunity, both for kids and adults. Vitamin D plays an important role in strengthening defenses to fight invading viruses and bacteria. In fact, one study found that people using

Source Naturals Wellness Formula

Advanced immune support formula.* Blend of essential core nutrients plus time-tested herbs. Includes echinacea, elderberry, olive leaf, and more. vitamin D had less upper respiratory tract infections than those who were deficient in vitamin D. During the winter months, when people are inside more, supplementing with vitamin D may be helpful. Zinc can help shorten the duration of a cold virus. Studies on zinc have shown that this mineral has antiviral properties. Be careful not to overdo it with zinc as too much zinc can suppress the immune response. Be sure to follow product label dosing recommendations.

Add Herbal Immune Boosters. Keep immune support formulas on hand to boost defenses during cold and flu season. Look for key ingredients, including echinacea and astragalus, for broad immune support, and antiviral herbs like elderberry and olive leaf. Choose formulas designed specifically for adults and for children to keep on hand for bolstering your defenses when the seasons change. ●

Solgar EarthSource Koji Fermented Zinc

Supports immune, eye, and skin health.* Bioavailable food-based form of zinc. 25 mg per capsule. Vegan friendly.