Immune Boosting Supplements that Really Work

It's next-to-impossible to avoid all sickness all the time.

Even when we do our best to take care of ourselves, there will be those times of intense stress, lack of sleep, and household illnesses that can weaken our immunity and lead to acute illness.

When you do feel sickness coming on (or worry it might), we recommend the following supplements to bolster your immunity and help your body recover faster. The key is to start supporting your body as soon as you first feel those small niggling symptoms of pending illness.

• Vitamin D3/K2: use seasonally (in the winter) to help support your immune system naturally.
• Viracid by Orthomolecular: a potent herbal formula, ideal when taken for early symptoms of a cold (like that scratch in your throat or tickle in your nose), or preventatively during cold/flu season. For best results at the onset of a cold, consider taking 1-2 capsules per hour for 24 hours.
• Oscillococcinum® by Boiron: this homeopathic remedy may be most effective against the flu if taken immediately when symptoms arise, such as deep fatigue, a sore throat, or achy muscles. While results can vary, many Members have found it can lessen the symptoms of the flu, shorten the duration of the illness, or even help prevent the flu virus from taking hold (if caught early enough). *Note: not a vegetarian product.
• Sinupret® by BIONORICA: This blend of herbal extracts is highly recommended for sinusitis—which can be the manifestation of an upper respiratory tract infection.
• Black Elderberry Syrup: This delicious, immune-supportive syrup has its roots in ancient Greece, and modern science has now validated its ability to support your body during cold and flu season. Children love it, and some Members even take it prophylactically during cold and flu season as a preventive measure (and it tastes so good, why not?).

By using remedies (like those listed above) to support your immune system, you can not only potentially reduce the duration of your illness but strengthen your whole body in the process. Plus, they're gentler on your system and won't dry you out or make you drowsy like common over-the-counter medications.

As part of our Community's commitment to proactive wellness, these natural approaches align perfectly with our belief in empowering Members to make informed healthcare choices. Whether you're using your Self-Care Credit for these supplements or incorporating them into your wellness routine, you're taking control of your health journey.

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What You Need to Know About Vitamin-D and Its Impact on Your Immune System by highly regarded functional medicine doctor and autoimmune expert Dr. Amy Myers.

Elderberry: Natural Medicine for Colds, Flus, Allergies and More from holistic and natural health guru Dr. Josh Axe.

Supporting Your Immune System from 10-times New York Times Best-Selling Author and Director of the Cleveland Clinic's Center for Functional Medicine: Dr. Mark Hyman.