Other than vaccine! There are very powerful plants that can strengthen our immune system and thus allow us to prevent colds, flu and other seasonal ailments.
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Every year when autumn arrives we return to talk about anti-flu vaccines to prevent the much feared seasonal flu, but little is emphasized on the fact that there are some in nature. plants capable of strengthening our immune system and therefore useful for preventing colds and flu but also coughs, bronchitis and other typical problems of the cold season.
I natural methods to ward off seasonal ailments they reveal themselves in most cases a lot effective but it is important that the plant treatments I am about to list come started on time, that is, at least one month before the critical period and carried out for the next two months so that they can act in the long term.
You can choose to take these plants in the form of infusion, syrup, tablets, mother tincture or glycerine macerate. In the case of syrup and tablets, the recommended doses are written on the packaging of the products, of mother tincture or glycerine macerate are generally taken from 30 to 50 drops twice a day, finally as regards the herbal teas it may be sufficient to drink a couple a day.
So let's see which are the most effective plants and natural remedies in the prevention phase:
ECHINACEA
Several scientific researches have highlighted the beneficial effects of echinacea on the immune system to which are also added the anti-inflammatory properties in particular on the mucous membranes, which is why it is an excellent natural remedy not only in the prevention phase but also in case the first symptoms have already appeared of colds and flu. However, Echinacea is not recommended for those who are allergic to Asteraceae (including chamomile, calendula and artichoke) and for those suffering from autoimmune diseases.
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ROSEHIP
Rosehip is a very useful plant for the well-being of the immune system, a natural remedy that is safe even for children. Particularly rich in vitamin C, the berries of this plant are able to regulate the defenses of our body in such a way that they can better shield from viruses and bacteria. Generally it is well tolerated by everyone, allergies are very rare and as reported by Fabio Firenzuoli in his book "Interactions between herbs, foods and drugs" there are no particular interactions with medicines.
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ASTRAGALUS
Less known than the previous two plants but equally effective is astragalus, a plant of Chinese origin able to strengthen the immune system and tone the body. Also in this case, various scientific researches have highlighted the properties contained in particular in its roots, the part that is used in phytotherapy. The intake of this plant is not recommended for those taking immunosuppressive or chemotherapeutic drugs.
ALOE
Aloe is a plant that can be used for many health problems, an excellent solution also for those who want to prevent seasonal diseases. In this case it must be taken in the form of 100% juice (but deprived of aloin, a substance that can be irritating on the intestinal mucous membranes) to be taken every morning as soon as you get up. In addition to modulating the immune response, aloe will also offer you benefits at the liver and digestive level and will carry out a purifying action on your body.
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GARLIC
Garlic is one of the most powerful plants that nature has given us. Compared to seasonal ailments it acts on several fronts: not only does it stimulate the immune defenses but at the same time it is powerful antibacterial and antiviral qualities, is therefore able to indirectly and directly fight the enemies of our organism.
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VITAMIN C
It is not a plant but a naturally occurring substance in various herbs, plants and fruits: vitamin C which, among other things, helps support the immune system in its functions. It is good in the autumn-winter seasons increase the consumption of foods that contain it (HERE you will find the list of foods that are richest in it) but often people prefer to use a supplement in the months when you are most at risk of colds and flu. There are both with vitamin C extracted from natural and synthetic substances, obviously we suggest you prefer the former, usually obtained from rosehip and acerola berries.
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