Immune Support, Which consult is the right choice for you ?

Transitioning through the seasons is a natural workout for the immune system, as the temperature drops the environment around us changes including which bacteria and viruses flourish.

During this time it’s important to remember the value of having a robust immune system, when your body meets an immune challenge it will activate an immune response, so remember the following responses are a strength and without them, you may not effectively overcome that winter virus or bacteria.

🟣Fever with aches --> Your body is increasing your internal temperature to catalyse reactions and create an inhospitable environment for that bug, aches are part of the process of increasing the production of immune cells.

🟣Lethargy --> The body slows down your energy supply so you rest and limits energy stores so they are not utilised by the pathogen.

🟣Swollen lymph --> This happens as the body starts to isolate the pathogen and attract more immune cells to increase the immune response.

If you feel like you are always getting sick or that your recovery is very drawn out, considering naturopathic care could be a great option. There are options of acute support sessions or a full initial appointment for a deep dive into the root cause.

In an immune consult we assess 🦠 gut health 🦠 stress & sleep 🦠allergies or intolerances 🦠 environmental exposure/stressors 🦠 poor nutrient profile 🦠 thyroid function 🦠 nutrition

Key immune nutrients

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Zinc

Selenium

Beta glucBeta-glucansans

Probiotics

Immune herbs such as Echinacea, Thuja, Astragalus, Mullein, Withania

Key foods

Protein, protein, protein

Rich source of vegetables and fruit daily

Freshly made broth (use fresh herbs & garlic)

Fresh herbs & spices such as Rosemary, Ginger, Garlic, Turmeric, Oregano, Coriander

Would you like to know more about optimising your immune function? managing allergies? getting to the bottom of your autoimmunity?

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