If you get sick frequently, you may find that your immune system needs increased attention. To prevent further infections, it is best to support it with natural methods that are currently experiencing their well-deserved renaissance.

Before viruses hit us

Most infections are caused by viruses. Therefore, it is best to reach for herbs, preparations and methods that support immunity and alleviate ailments in the course of the disease. Homeopathic medicines are perfect for viral infections.

They not only alleviate its symptoms and shorten its duration, but also significantly increase immunity and stimulate the immune system to function. Treatment should be started as soon as possible, preferably at the first symptoms of the disease. They are completely safe, also for children, pregnant women and nursing mothers.

The effectiveness of homeopathic therapy also results from the individual selection of the drug to the symptoms of the disease and the well-being, also emotional. Each organism reacts differently to the disease, which is why the treatment is tailored to the needs.

In the case of frequent and recurring inflammations of the upper and lower respiratory tract, a preparation with a substance called Thymuline is effective. It is also worth remembering about some herbs that stimulate the body's production of defense substances.

Herbs for immunity

Echinacea purpurea (echinacea) is recommended as one of the basic plant medicines in order to increase the body's defenses and stimulate the immune system. For this reason, it is worth reaching for it even before the infection reaches us, in order to effectively strengthen our immunity. Echinacea is used especially in the period of increased morbidity and when our immune system is weakened.

Elderberry is equally valued and is used in infections of the respiratory system with cough and fever. Studies have shown that elderberry flower extract or infusion significantly alleviated the course and duration of influenza.

This is due to the diaphoretic and expectorant properties of this plant. Elderberry's antiviral effect is no less important. That is why it is worth reaching for it in the period of colds, flu and flu-like conditions of viral etiology.

Elder flowersthey are the raw material used in the production of a homeopathic substance called Sambucus nigra, which is used in inflammation of the respiratory tract. Effectively fights choking and dry cough, laryngitis and sudden shortness of breath.

It is also worth reaching for black cumin (sprinkle with grains, add oil to salads). The fatty acids it contains are helpful in maintaining the immune balance.

Strengthening diet

All organs and cells of the immune system need specific nutrients to function properly. For example, interferon, an antiviral substance produced by all tissues, needs vitamin C, while lysozyme, an antibacterial protein found in body fluids (tears, blood), needs vitamin A.

These two examples show that a poor diet will reduce immunity. Immunity-boosting meals must be based on warm dishes, such as groats with vegetables, and the addition of warming and "drying" spices, such as ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon. For breakfast, you can use warm porridge or millet with nuts and baked fruit.

When you have a cold, it is also worth eating broth, which has been recognized by American scientists as an effective means of fighting pathogenic microorganisms.

One of the best ways to boost your immune system is garlic, which has antiviral and antibacterial properties. It stimulates immune cells and increases the production of antibodies. It also contains sulfur, which has powerful antioxidant properties.

You can add a few cloves to your favorite meals such as pasta sauces such as bolognese, add them to hummus and vegetable dip. For cooked dishes, always add it last. This way, we don't destroy too many immune-boosting properties.

Our menu should also include omega-3 fatty acids, which also fight inflammation (they can be found in salmon, chia seeds, vegetable oils).

Bubbles

It is a safe and natural therapeutic agent. They used to treat all upper respiratory tract infections, as well as bronchitis and pneumonia. They have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, but most of all - which is important in case of infection - they strengthen and stimulate the immune system, and thus give strength to fight the disease.

It's best to do this treatment right before going to bed, and then stay home for a few days, even if you feel better. Warning! Bubbles are not recommended at high temperatures.

Irrigation in case of fever

When the thermometer shows several dashesMoreover, it is not necessary to immediately reduce the fever with drugs. It is an important symptom that proves that the body is undergoing some disease process, and our immune system activates its defense forces.

Increased body temperature is one of the basic human defense mechanisms and is the body's normal, physiological response to the attack of pathogenic microbes. During a fever, the body loses much more fluid than normal because we sweat profusely.

High temperature may cause dehydration, so remember to drink plenty of fluids. It can be water at room temperature, but washed down regularly and systematically, preferably in small amounts, so that the liquid has a chance to be absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and properly hydrate the body.

You can reach for herbal teas that additionally have a healing effect. The infusion of linden flowers has diaphoretic and antipyretic properties, the infusion of yarrow herb has a diaphoretic and antiviral effect, raspberry tea has a diaphoretic and warming effect, while the infusion of elderberry flowers increases immunity and soothes coughs. In case of weakness and low-grade fever, you can also use the homeopathic substance Ferrum phosphoricum.

Rinses and syrups

Instead of reaching for chemical drugs right away, it is worth trying the natural ones first, which do not have side effects. When we immediately use vasoconstrictor drops with rhinitis, we feel a momentary relief, but by using such a drug often, we dry the mucosa.

It is better to use sea s alt solutions into your nose or to make inhalations of s alt, chamomile, sage, marjoram, essential oils. With a clear, irritating, watery runny nose, we can take the substance Allium cepa. If the runny nose is green thick - Kalium bichromicum.

On the other hand, syrups from plantain or coltsfoot will have a soothing effect on a dry, exhausting cough. You can also make grandma's syrup from onions, garlic and honey. A homeopathic substance based on Drosera, indicated in the course of dry, paroxysmal and choking cough, also at night, will also be helpful. However, if you have a wet cough, it is worth using Antimonium tartaricum.

Let's give nature a chance during an infection, it will really pay off!

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Immune system