Herbs that can be used for Immunity

What is immunity?

Immunity refers to the capability of the multicellular organism to resist harmful microorganisms. Our immunity is equipped with certain enzymes, cells, and markers that help recognize and tolerate whatever belongs to the self and reject the non-self (foreign invaders). The white blood cells play a major role in defending the body against pathogens, i.e viruses, bacteria, fungi, etc. Naturally, after getting infected, our body makes antibodies against that pathogen to kill it and in the meantime, you might get sick too. But in the future, those antibodies remain receptive towards that specific germ and kill it effortlessly without making you sick.

Symptoms of Immunodeficiency

A person with a weak immune system gets sick more often than needed and portrays a vast range of diseases and disorders, including:

  • Frequent cold and flu
  • Delayed growth
  • Delayed wound healing
  • Skin infections
  • Digestive issues (nausea, diarrhea, cramps, loss of appetite)
  • Fatigue
  • Inflammation
  • Internal organ infections
  • Anemia
  • Low platelet count
  • Respiratory infections (bronchitis, pneumonia, sinusitis)
  • AIDS

7 Herbs Recommended for Immunity

Reishi

Reishi

In Japan and China, Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) is hailed as the mushroom of immortality and has been promoting health and longevity for centuries. It enhances the expression of white blood cells to fight the invasion. It is more of a do-it-all mushroom due to its versatility in the multiplicity of action.  It boosts the immune system to a point where it becomes capable of fighting even cancers too. Try adding Reishi Mushroom Tincture to your routine and reap the most of its benefits for better health. 

 

Elderberry

Elderberry

Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) is a traditional remedy to deal with seasonal allergies. It is packed with vitamins and powerful antioxidants that boost a weakened immune system, reduce oxidative stress and taper the inflammation in the body. Take its tincture or syrup before the season changes to ward off allergies, cold & flu, cough, headache, congestion, and fever. You can also take it during your ailment to lessen the severity of symptoms and shorten the duration of your cold and flu. 

Turmeric

Turmeric

Turmeric is a natural immunomodulatory herb that regulates the working of the immune system. It quells the chronic inflammatory condition, especially sinusitis, arthritis, heart diseases, metabolic syndrome, Alzheimer’s disease, and other degenerative disorders. Its antioxidative property can reduce the number of free radicals in the body and successively upregulate your immunity game. Take half to a full dropper of Turmeric Tincture up to 3 times a day in water or tea to skip the wrath of foreign invasion.

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Turkey tail mushroom is a medicinal polypore mushroom that imparts magnificent medicinal benefits. Its powerful antioxidant property scavenges the free radicals wandering in the body that can bolster a weakened immune system and help fight against certain cancers. Almost 70% of your immunity is located in the gut. Turkey tail mushroom confers a positive impact on the microflora of the gut, bringing the much-needed balance for healthy digestive immunity. Use Turkey Tail Mushroom Tincture up to 3 times a day in water or tea to support your immunity.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a well-reputed herb in the Ayurvedic system due to its powerful adaptogenic attributes. They call it Rasayana, a herb that promotes a state of strength, happiness, youthfulness, and vigor. Its tincture is rich in withanolide glycosides that possess potent immuno-stimulatory properties. It enhances the expression of certain mediators that help increase the number of antibody-forming cells to address the invasion of foreign bodies.

Echinacea

Echinacea

Echinacea is a time-honored medicinal herb that has been used for centuries to cater to a large variety of complications. It has been documented to impart anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunostimulant, antibacterial, antiviral, and anticancer effects. All these attributes play a vital role in reinforcing a weakened immunity and help with the symptoms of cold/flu, sore throat, bronchitis, pharyngitis, and other respiratory tract infections. Use Echinacea Tincture daily, up to 3 times a day in water or tea to stimulate your lethargic immunity.

Chaga Mushroom

Chaga Mushroom

Chaga (Inonotus obliquus) is a nutrient-dense mushroom that grows on birch trees. It contains β-D glucans that balance the working of the immunity. Use Chaga Mushroom Tincture up to 3 times a day and stimulate your boggy immune system or normalize its response during its hyperactive state. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties also make it easier for your immunity to deal with oxidative stress and inflammation. 

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