Supporting the Immune System

December 17, 2012 by 1 Comment

How To Increase Immunity Naturally

The time is here to focus on supporting the immune system for the cold and flu season ahead. In my last post I provided some old tricks to support the body naturally and enhance the functioning of the immune system. Today I will provide some information on a few supplements that are particularly beneficial to you and your family during cold and flu season.

How To Increase Immunity Naturally

  • Deep Immune liquid by St. Francis for adults or Deep Immune KIDS for children to support healthy immune function.  These are made up of Chinese herbs and have been proven to be effective at boosting immune function in both clinical and laboratory work.  The primary purpose of Deep Immune is to improve immune system function and decrease the tendency of frequent colds, flu and infection.
  • Vitamin D3 liquid – research continues to show that vitamin D supplementation is better at preventing the flu than the flu shot http://www.naturalnews.com/029760_vitamin_D_influenza.html
  • Omega 3 fatty acids are necessary for normal immune function. Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in flaxseeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, walnuts, fatty fish, cod liver oil supplements, fish oil supplements and algae supplements.
  • Probiotics (good bugs for your gut) taken daily will support immune health. Up to 80% of the immune system is in the gut, providing good bugs daily will help the body and immune system function optimally.
  • Antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, glutathione, and zinc are important for immune health. Providing your body with nourishment from real foods, with vibrant colours and avoiding processed packaged foods will help you to meet the need for these antioxidants from your diet.

These are just a few supplements we have in our “prevent the cold and flu” campaign in our home.

If you have any specific health issues, concerns, questions or disease/diagnoses, please consult your health care provider, Naturopathic Doctor or Holistic Nutritionist to help you customize a plan to meet the individual needs of you and your family.

What tricks or supplements are in your family’s “prevent the cold and flu” campaign this year?

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About Kim

Kim Corrigan-Oliver is a practicing Certified Nutritional Practitioner, graduating from The Institute of Holistic Nutrition with First Class Honours. She is proud to be a professional member of the International Organization of Nutritional Consultants earning the designations of Registered Nutritional Consulting Practitioner and Registered Orthomolecular Health Practitioner.

Kim’s practice Your Green Baby is a place for mom, baby and toddler. We assist you with preconception care, pregnancy nutritional needs, pregnancy issues and postnatal care. Our pediatric nutrition services will help guide you to optimize your baby’s health and wellness, setting them up for good health and well being later in life.

Kim has appeared on Rogers Daytime, is a regular contributor to Lakeridge Kids Magazine and writes for blogs in Canada, US and UK. She is currently writing a book, Raising Happy Healthy Babies. Kim is dedicated to inspiring and motivating moms to make informed decisions regarding their child’s health and wellness through one-on-one consultations, workshops and cooking classes.

Kim is a first time mom with a passion for health, wellness, real food and cooking. She is happy to combine these passions to help moms and dads raise happy healthy babies.

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