Immune System Support-Liquid Herbal Combination Formula

Under normal circumstances, your immune system responds as it should to foreign organisms, by producing and stimulating cells, which destroys organisms or neutralizes toxins in the body. The second major functions are to watch over all the cells in the body to ensure that they are not abnormal.  As you may be aware, even a healthy body makes several hundred cancer and pre-cancerous cells, every day. You may also be aware that those with cancer often times have a weak immune system, due to the immune system being compromised by drugs and therapies used to treat the disease. Many turn to diet as a way to boost their natural defense against disease and others turn to antioxidant supplements or herbs. Because nothing beats traditional organic foods for vitamins and mineral content, and herbs are some of the best immune stimulants. Immune boosting formulas such as those in this combination may help to improve immune function and destroy invading pathogens. Sage and Garlic are two things that you can add to your diet to support the immune system.

Sage has broad-spectrum antibiotic and antiseptic properties. The herb contains extraordinarily high concentration rosmarinic acid, which makes it work as a powerful natural antiseptic as well as an antibiotic. Sage tincture is one of the most powerful antimicrobials known, and some research has shown it can kill 25 strains of fungi. Sage can be a one-stop support herb for a broad range of chronic digestive problems. Sage doesn't kill off friendly intestinal bacteria, that actually helps to keep our immune systems strong. For sore throats, Sage in a gargle is an old folk remedy that works. 

Yarrow is another herb that has amazing immune boosting properties and can help support health and immune systems as the weather changes. This herb can be very useful during cold and flu season and was used by Native Americans to induce sweating to reduce fever associated with a common cold. The herb is believed to be a good remedy for a number of ailments and disease, as it has a relaxing, anti-spasmodic effect on muscles, respiratory tracts, intestines, and nerves. It is toning to the nervous system, helping to make you more alert and active, and boosting your immune system to help protect you from infections. Yarrow flower tincture, or extract, is believed to tone the whole body by optimizing the digestive process, helping to regulate endocrinal secretions of hormones and enzymes. As an expectorant, Yarrow can help to clear congestion in the chest, bronchi, and sinuses, and is particularly beneficial for controlling cough. 

The first real use of Burdock root is dated back to the medieval period, but it is also well known in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and likely dates back even further. The most impressive health benefits of Burdock include its ability to balance hormones, detoxify the liver, improve skin health, reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure. The most well-known use of Burdock root is for digestive reasons. It helps to move food smoothly through the bowels, with it high inulin, a particular type of fiber concentration, which is able to reduce inflammation of the gut and eliminate many types of harmful bacteria. The same chemicals that give Burdock root its bitter qualities for the gut, also help the liver to process toxins more rapidly and flush them from the system. It also contains significant levels of vitamin C and E, both of which help the body to eliminate free radicals, giving a major boost to the immune system. Burdock root is a great energizing herb that helps to organize the lymphatic and immune system, encourage kidney function and improve the liver's ability to remove toxins from the body. 

There has been an ocean of ink spilled over the use of Echinacea for prevention of the common cold. The Native Americans introduced the settlers to the wonders of the purple coneflower, and it has gained quite a reputation in Europe as well. Some research has found that echinacea may have beneficial effects on the immune system, especially the liver and lymphatic system. Many studies have shown that the herbal extract of the plant inhibits the production of the enzyme known as hyaluronidase, and defends the body against unwanted pathogens. Echinacea has been used successfully to control candida, which likes to take advantage of a weak immune system. Echinacea is believed to stimulate the production of white blood cells in the blood, to help boost resistance to all kinds of bacteria, fungi, and bacteria. The herbal extract of Echinacea has been used to restore normal immune function during chemotherapy.

While Echinacea is considered to be king of herbal antivirals, Goldenseal root to many is the queen of herbal antibiotics. Goldenseal is regularly combined with Echinacea in herbal medicine for strengthening the immune system. Modern research has related the potent properties due to the alkaloids hydrastine, berberine, and canadine. These phytochemical alkaloids produce a strong astringent effect on mucous membranes, and like Echinacea, it helps to fight infection. In fact, this combination might be expected to provide a greater overall immune response, than just using the one herb alone. Goldenseal appears to increase the blood supply which can be helpful for producing the fighting cells for the immune system. Research indicates that Echinacea and Goldenseal are most potent when taken over a period of time. Because of the immune-enhancing effects of these two herbal tinctures may diminish after prolonged and daily use, the recommendation from herbalists is to give your body a rest period, usually 6 to 8 weeks on and taking two weeks off. 

Yellow Dock root has been used by many Native American tribes, and has a colorful history for its use both internally, and externally. Yellow Dock root is considered to be a life medicine to the Navajo and a cure for what ails you. Yellow Dock is considered to be a digestive tonic that acts directly on the liver and gallbladder and inspires both function and balance. Yellow Dock is shown to have antioxidant properties that help to protect the body's cells from damaging free radicals and environmental toxins. 

Rosehips are valued for their medicinal use, and often touted as a natural remedy for a variety of health problems. The herbal fruit of the Rose Canina is not a stranger in the world of alternative medicine and has been described as a superstar due to its high iron and vitamin content. Rose Hips contain a variety of antioxidants like flavonoids, carotenoids and polyphenols and so on. These work together to help protect the body from free radicals that cause oxidative stress, or "cellular rust" that can lead to a host of medical conditions. Rosehip is high in vitamin A and a great source of vitamin C, which is a well known immune system booster. Vitamin A helps protect the body from bacterial and viral infections and help fight off existing ones. 

Black Cohosh has been consumed by Native Americans for centuries to treat many health conditions. It most commonly known for ailments related to menopause, but has also been used as a folk remedy to treat other issues such as constipation, backache, depression, arthritis, common cold, asthma, bronchitis, nasal congestion and sore throat. The anti-inflammatory, decongestant, astringent and antibacterial properties of Black Cohosh may be very helpful for respiratory issues, but should only be used for short periods of time since long-term use may cause complications. 

Garlic Bulb's reputation for health and wellness could read something like this: Cholesterol-lowering, immune system booster, blood sugar balancer, blood pressure reducer, fungus fighter, bronchitis soother, cold and cancer combatant, that has diverse actions, and affect every body tissue and system. As an antimicrobial Garlic extract seems to have a broad action, as it also has antibiotic, antifungal and antiviral properties that work to address a number of conditions. It is popular among herbalists for improving immunity by stimulating some of the body's natural immune cells.

Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica) contains a "super lectin" that has been shown to inhibit a range of viruses. It is probably a major reason for the plant's immune balancing activity. Stinging nettle also contains formic acid, a high proportion of chlorophyll, plant sterols, flavonoids, plant lignans, enzymes and a plenty of minerals. Stinging Nettle contains proinflammatory cytokines, which can be thought of in simpler terms as immune system messengers. In fact, nearly all immune disorders, from HIV to cancer, auto-immune disease, allergic conditions, like asthma and allergies, and even obesity and insulin-resistance, show characteristic imbalances in cytokine levels. Stinging nettle is literally a treasure chest of unexplored potential. 

Lemongrass transcends all cultures and has been used in alternative medicine as an immune system restorative that reinforces all bodily systems. It is believed to halt the growth of microbes and bacteria in the body and helps to detoxify the kidneys, bladder, and liver, and helpful in clearing infections. Perhaps the most exciting part of this herb is its boosting benefits, that may help in the fight against cancer. Lemongrass is the most abundant source of citral on the planet. And, although the exact mechanism is still unknown, scientists hypothesize that it is a very effective weapon against cancer. 

White Oak Bark is rich in calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc and phosphorus, all minerals involved in tissue healing. It is believed to help to shore up a weakened immune system and speed healing. White Oak bark also contains tannins, some of which are polyphenols, and their action makes it a very effective free radical scavenger and is what gives white oak bark its bitter and astringent qualities. When taken internally, White Oak bark acts as a diuretic, flushing excess fluid from the body. It has also been used to flush parasites from the body and makes it difficult for bacteria to permeate tissues, which may help in preventing infection from occurring or advancing. Why this herb isn't used by more people is a mystery. 

Fenugreek seed has been used in many ways throughout history. It has been used to help maintain health and wellness, probably due to the tissue moistening and warming actions. Imagine a plant with an energetic capacity of a warm, pungent, aromatic, bitter, but slightly sweet, and just a hint of celery aroma. It's naturally high in mucilage and shows the same effects as Marshmallow root and Slippery elm. Only Garlic bulb comes close to its ability here, for it too is warm and moistening. Fenugreek's energetics is a just a reflection of its taste. It is carminative, emollient, anti-inflammatory, demulcent and an emmenagogue. Herbalists feel that Fenugreek seed boosts the body's immune system, helping to prevent the occurrence of common cold and flu. This same herb is also thought to be an effective extract for preventing and fighting cancer, by enhancing immunity and blocking malignant cells.

Juniper berry extract contains natural antiviral, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties which lend themselves well to treatment of a variety of internal, as well as external conditions. Extracts of Juniper berry contain terpenes that can stimulate the kidneys and act as a diuretic, for the removal of waste and acidic toxins from the body, and its impressive antioxidant effects have the ability to sweep up damaging free radicals. Along with antioxidant properties, Juniper berry tinctures are shown to inhibit bacteria's activity. It also has excellent antiseptic properties that help to deeply cleanse skin and therefore, eliminate impurities, inside and out. 

Oregon Grape does two things really well, it addresses an infection in the body and it acts on the liver. And because of the myriad of problems caused by liver damage, the properties of this herb are far-reaching. It has been said "Oregon grape could save the world" because of a constituent of Oregon grape root, berberine, which works to decrease bacterial resistance to antibiotics. Some herbalists are even using the herb alongside antibiotics to enhance their effectiveness against MRSA, a deadly infection. Oregon grape has been used to address minor to severe infection for thousands of years and is highly regarded among eclectic physicians for eye infections, vaginal infection, infections of the digestive tract, urinary tract infections, sore throat, for lowering blood glucose levels and to modulate inflammation in the body. 

Plantain leaf is often looked at as just another yard weed, but that is not the case. The Europeans brought it over as a valued food crop and Native Americans referred to it as "White Man's Foot" due to the tendency to pop up around the settlements. The plant, or weed, not to be confused with plantain fruit-producing plant, is loaded with vitamins A and C, as well as calcium and iron. So this herb can not only help with a cough, but it's a great aid for immune support. Plantain plant leaf extracts also are a natural source of coumarins, mucilage, tannins, and flavonoids. Its antioxidant effects help to maintain the lymphatic system and is believed to be helpful in protecting the liver against cellular damage. 

Thyme has remarkable antiviral, antibacterial, fungicidal, antibiotic, diuretic, expectorant, antispasmodic and antiseptic properties, that make it an excellent herb to have around during cold and flu season. Thyme is used as a remedy for both physical and psychological weakness and is useful for regaining strength after illness, for chronic fatigue, and depression. The antibacterial properties are found to be useful on infections of the urinary tract and bladder, candida, vaginitis, and has been shown to destroy staph. This plant definitely supports the immune system, with its naturally occurring constituents, thymol, para-cymene, and gamma-terpinene, and is about 50% thujanol, and is found in wild thyme. Consumption of this herbal tincture has been shown to increase the amount of DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, in brain, kidney, and heart cell membranes. 

Ingredients: 

Sage Leaf, Yarrow Flowers, Burdock Root, Echinacea, Goldenseal Root, Yellow Dock Root, Rosehips, Black Cohosh, Garlic Bulb, Nettle, Lemongrass, White Oak Bark, Fenugreek Seed, Juniper Berry, Oregon Grape Root, Plantain Leaf, Thyme, Structured Water, 20% Alcohol.