For those who are looking to cut back on even over the counter medications there are natural remedies available to boost the immune system. Ingesting natural foods and drinks can make a huge difference in how long it takes to combat an illness, making for a very helpful addition to someone’s health regimen. None of these products are expensive in the least, which allows anyone to take just a bit more responsibility for their well being.
Probiotics
Ingesting a healthy amount of probiotics such as oats will go a long way in helping to combat seasonal colds. In the winter or any time of year when someone is pushing them self to the limit it is very important to keep the body in good shape (such as working extra hours or attending college). Oats and other probiotic compounds can be consumed alongside other foods, and it will not make a difference in terms of their effectiveness. Of course mixing these foods with other things that are not healthy will have a negative impact on one’s diet.
Elderberry
When flu season hits many people who receive the flu shot still end up becoming sick, but luckily there are things we can do in order to combat an illness after we contract it. Elderberries have been proven to shorten the span of time someone is affected by the flu to a great extent in many cases. Using this compound will go a long way in allowing someone to get past their illness that much faster. There are a few different ways to consume elderberries, and this includes the consumption of elderberry syrup. It is just a matter of figuring out exactly what sort of consumption is best for you, and after that finding a corresponding product.
Vitamin D
The consumption of Vitamin D can be done by being out in the sunlight, but there are other ways to consume it. These include drinking milk and even taking Vitamin D capsules that will deliver it as a supplement. These are especially useful for those who both hate going out into the sun and consuming milk. For those who would like to consume milk it is important to know that it does not matter what the fat content of the milk in question is. Such a fact goes a long way in allowing someone to find the right solution for them.
Mushrooms
The polysaccharides present in mushrooms make them one of the very best foods to ingest (uncooked) in order to increase one’s immune system in a big way. Many studies have shown that consumption of raw mushrooms in things such as salads has decreased the amount of time it takes to get over a cold, and even decreases the number of colds someone might have. For those who do not enjoy the taste of mushrooms there are capsules available that can be taken.
Sources for this article include:
http://www.health.harvard.edu/flu-resource-center/how-to-boost-your-immune-system.htm
