The Immune System

Revised 2007

As Winter approaches, many people, in the UK and elsewhere, start thinking about the immune system. To help to support this vital system, herbs can certainly provide part of the answer, especially if supported by exercise, which is so important for good immune system function.

There are various herbal Immune Programmes available which might last for a course of 3 months or so.

These programmes consist of several complimentary herbal products and a specially produced instruction pamphlet. The pamphlet should include a number of measures to help the immune system in addition to taking herbs. The main ones are exercise, diet and relaxation.

The 'Immune Programme' type of approach can be most valuable for encouraging you: it means the herbs, diet and exercise methods recommended are more likely to be followed every day for the length of the 3 month course. 

Many people find that a concentrated approach like this is the best way to boost the immune system. You are much more likely to finish this type of programme than trying to desing your own  (especially if you know the next 30-day pack is going to arrive on your doorstep once a month.)

• Alternative to the '90-day Programme' approach are to use well-known single herbs which help the Immune System. These include: Echinacea, Garlic, Cat's Claw and Pau d'Arco products. 

• It is approaching a cold time of year
• You suffer from frequent infections
• You want to support your body's natural ability to keep you free from infections.

Some people like to carry out a 3 month programme every year or so just to 'keep things ticking over'. A great idea.

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