When it comes to staying healthy and strong, your immune system plays a huge role. The immune system protects the body from getting sick. So today, you will learn what herbs are best for your immune system.
TOP 7 HERBS TO USE FOR IMMUNE HEALTH
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"Essentially, adaptogens are therapeutic herbs that support the body in combating and adapting to stress. They’re great to use for people who get sick often, says Corbett, or in times of heavy stress, travel, or extra exposure to pathogens (rather than for everyday maintenance or prevention)."
Reishi
Adaptogenic support for immune function*
Reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for over 2,000 years, where it is known as “Ling Zhi,” or “spiritual mushroom.” It grows on hardwood trees and historically was rare in the wild and reserved for the emperor and his court. Reishi can easily be cultivated. In TCM, Reishi is considered a tonic and adaptogen, meaning that it can support healthy stress response and is believed to help to balance several different organ systems throughout the body.* Traditionally, it was revered for nourishing the heart and calming the spirit, as well as supporting respiratory health and liver function.*
In modern times, this mushroom is used for many of these same purposes. It contains polysaccharides called beta-glucans, which are mostly found in mushroom fruiting bodies, and helps to support the immune system.*
Oregano
Supports healthy respiratory function and is a natural antioxidant source*
In Greek, Oregano (Origanum vulgare) means "joy of the mountain," as the herb prefers higher elevations in the Mediterranean region. In addition to centuries of use in kitchens across Europe, Oregano leaf has enjoyed an equally long history of supporting a healthy immune response.* Our supercritical CO2 extract of Oregano contains pungent volatile oils, including carvacrol and thymol, which offer support for maintaining healthy respiratory function and healthy immune response.* Oregano leaf can be used daily in culinary amounts to support health, and in concentrated Oil of Oregano, form to offer increased support when you need it most.*
"“No herb is a replacement for a healthy lifestyle,” says Corbett. “It can help, but it won’t fix you. Your body has a vital intelligence that is equipped to send you messages about what it needs. Listen to it.”"
Maitake
Cellular immune support*
Highly valued in Japanese and Traditional Chinese Medicine for the support of the immune system, Maitake (Grifola frondosa) mushroom is a fungus that perennially grows on hardwoods in the same place, if undisturbed.* In Japanese, it is called "Hen of the Woods," and is prized in cooking for its delicate texture and earthy flavor. Like its cousin Reishi, Maitake fruiting bodies contain beta-glucans, and it is commonly used to help sustain overall wellness.*
Ginger
Warming and circulating support*
This deliciously spicy herb grown in tropical climates is one of the most widely consumed aromatic species on the planet. Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) supports healthy digestion, and blood circulation, which in turn supports a healthy immune response.* Ginger root contains pungent compounds called gingerols and shogaols, which help to stimulate the circulation of blood and benefit all areas of the body.*
Echinacea
Supports a healthy immune response*
Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia and purpurea) is used to support continual immune health.* Known as purple coneflower, Echinacea is the name of a group of flowering plants in the daisy family that are native to North America and Europe.
A 2015 meta-analysis concluded that echinacea may benefit folks with low immune function the most, even reducing the risk for a cold up to 35 percent.
Look for Echinacea angustifolia or a whole plant extract, because it’s the most chemically bioavailable (easily absorbed and used by the body).
Black Elderberry
Daily immune support*
Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) traditionally has been used for immune support, both as a daily tonic and at the start of an immune challenge.* Black Elderberry is unique in providing both antioxidant and immune support, due to its natural concentration of anthocyanins (the antioxidants that give it that deep purple color) and other flavonoids.* Black Elderberry supports overall immune health
Astragalus
Provides immune support while assisting the body in adapting to daily stress*
A foundational herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Astragalus root (Huang Qi) supports healthy resistance from occasional physical and emotional stressors and supports healthy immune function.* Astragalus contains complex sugars called polysaccharides that interact with and educate the immune system and microbiome residing in the gastrointestinal tract. In studies, Astragalus has been shown to support the integrity of mucous membranes and epithelial cells in the intestinal tract, which in turn supports immune function in the respiratory tract.*
Ashwagandha, reishi (both of which stimulate your infection fighting lymphocytes, or white blood cells,) and holy basil (stimulates the immune system and also fights viruses) are all good choices for immune support
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