Immune-boosting buchu

Viwe Ndongeni-Ntlebi

Buchu is an indigenous South African herb with potent natural anti-inflammatory properties.

ALTHOUGH our bodies are designed to fight off infections, our immune systems can always do with a bit of a boost to keep them battle ready. Fortunately, that boost can be found in an indigenous South African herb: buchu.

Buchu offers a safe, natural immune boost and can be used by the whole family to improve overall health. This herb, endemic to the Western Cape, boasts natural antibacterial properties which assist in keeping infections at bay.

It is recognised as South Africa’s most valuable medicinal plant, and its use and benefits have been documented for more than 300 years.

Buchu is an evergreen flowering shrub. The leaves of the plant are a rich source of minerals, antioxidants, flavonoids and vitamins.

It is available in a variety of forms, including topical gels and creams, soft-gel capsules, herbal waters and teas.

Here are some of the ways buchu helps keeps your health at optimum levels and why you should use it:

Healthy boost:

Clearing your body of toxins and unhealthy substances is vital when boosting your immune system. Cleansing medicinal plants such as buchu, should be incorporated into your diet to reduce the number of toxins your organs are processing. This will allow your organs to protect your body from illness and absorb immune-boosting nutrients, such as Vitamin C, faster. This gentle detox practice can assist in restoring a weakened immune system.

Safe for the whole family:

Natural cleansing ingredients such as buchu can be used long-term with no side effects. Not only will this allow you to maintain your health year-round, but also the health of your family.

Prevent disease:

Buchu has been linked to a host of medicinal benefits and has anti inflammatory and antiseptic properties which can help you strengthen your immune system.

Inflammation is a known trigger for a range of ailments and managing inflammatory levels may help in the prevention or management of these conditions.

Buchu can also help maintain healthy blood sugar levels, lower blood pressure and promote a healthy cardiovascular system.

“There has never been a better time to keep your immune system functioning at its optimum level to ensure you can fight off colds and flu,” says Karin McCann, managing director of Buchulife producer Cape Kingdom Nutraceuticals.

“Buchu can help by gently detoxing and restoring a weakened immune system, allowing you to give your body the best chance of fighting off winter illness.”

BUCHU has natural anti-inflammatory properties. | CAPE KINGDOM NUTRACEUTICALS