3 Superfoods You Need To Protect Your Body Against Winter Viruses
During the coldest season of the year, a lack of antioxidants can seriously hinder our immune systems, increasing our chances of getting sick. Superfoods offer the best defence, which is why it’s important to include these antioxidant-rich supplements in our diet. We’ve found three new secret weapons to boost your immune health—so you can banish the early symptoms of cold, flu and upper respiratory infections.
It’s time to prepare your immune system for winter
Our immune systems are very complex, so there is no single food group that we can eat that will magically improve our immune cells. However, this amazing trio of superfoods is scientifically proven to work together to provide our immune system with enough nutrients to fight off winter viruses.
Honey
The best option for preventing infections and increasing immunity, particularly during winter, is honey. Honey contains a powerhouse of amino acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. It is known for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which help to support our immune system. Studies have found that humble honey can help stimulate the body’s immune response by increasing white blood cells known as B and T-lymphocytes. The B-cells produce antibodies that are used to attack invading bacteria, viruses, and toxins. The T-cells destroy the body's own cells that have themselves been taken over by viruses. Futhermore, recent research undertaken by Oxford University suggests that honey is a better treatment for coughs and colds than antibiotics, so it’s not just a case of taking our word for it–science points to regular helpings of honey as being effective at reducing both the severity and frequency of coughs.
We recommend mixing a serving spoon of Honey Paste Extract with hot water to make a warming, winter tea. For those on-the-go, you can’t look past our popular Honey Paste Stick! Get 20% off Honey Paste Stick in our pre-winter promo until 26 May or stock sells out.
Ginseng
The first word that may come to your mind when you think of Korean Red Ginseng is “immunity”. Korean Red Ginseng is not only good for your overall health, but also your longevity, vision and memory. This healing herb offers a subtle, but long-lasting energy boost. People in East Asia have used Korean Red Ginseng for its functional health benefits for centuries, but most westerners think it’s just used in energy drinks. Research suggests that Korean Red Ginseng can increase your resistance to various colds, flu and viruses by regulating the immune system. In winter you need Korean Red Ginseng to keep your blood flowing faster and to clean out toxins from the blood. It’s particularly beneficial for people who feel cold all the time.
Extract 240g is the most concentrated and pure form of 100% premium Korean Red Ginseng available on the market. If you prefer to take your supplements on-the-go—Pure Extract (Earth) is your answer!
Balloon Flower Root
Despite looking pretty, the Balloon Flower’s hidden value lies in its roots! The plant is native to slopes and meadows in East Asia, but today is widely grown around the world. For over 2000-years, Balloon Flower’s roots have been widely used as traditional medicine in China, Korea and Japan. The root is rich in saponins, flavonoids, phenolic, and other properties which help relieve respiratory illnesses like coughs with phlegm, colds and bronchitis. In South Korea, the root is even used to lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels in the liver. It is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and diabetes. Balloon Flower is an antioxidant with many anti-asthmatic, anti-allergy, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anti-diabetic benefits.
Drinking a daily dose of Balloon Flower Root will help safeguard your immune system against respiratory illnesses, especially in seniors or people with weak immune systems.