Seasonal Cold and Flu Guide

Cold and flu season can take a toll on your body, but with the right immune-supporting supplements and lifestyle habits, you can stay strong and recover faster.

Prevention: Strengthen Your Immune System

Best Supplements to Take Daily for Immune Defense:

• The Defender: A fast-acting blend of elderberry, echinacea, zinc, and vitamin C to enhance immune response and fight off infections. 
• The Sunshine: Supports immune function, reduces inflammation, and strengthens overall resilience.  
• The Go-To: A high-quality probiotic that balances the gut microbiome, where 70% of the immune system resides. 
• The Prebiotic: A plant-based prebiotic that feeds beneficial bacteria, enhancing gut-immune health.

Daily Routine for Prevention:

• Morning: Take The Rescue and The Sunshine with breakfast and stabilize your immune response throughout the day. 
• Afternoon: Stay hydrated, get sunlight, and manage stress to keep immunity strong. Take The Prebiotic to feed health gut bacteria and promote a balance immune system. 
• Evening: Take The Go-To and The Defender before bed to strengthen immunity and help your body recover overnight. 
• As Needed: Take The Defender multiple times per day if you feel run down or have been around sick people.

If You Feel a Cold or Flu Coming On

Best Supplements for Immediate Relief:

• The Defender (High Dose): Take at the first sign of symptoms (1-2 capsules every few hours) to stop the virus from replicating.
• The Rescue: Helps reduce sinus congestion, inflammation, and excess mucus. Take 2 capsules, 3x per day when you first start and continue for 7 days. Then reduce to 2 capsules per day ongoing.
• The Sunshine: Supports faster immune activation and reduces symptom severity. 

What to Do:

• Increase hydration with warm teas, bone broth, and electrolytes.
• Prioritize rest to allow your body to fight off infection.
• Use a humidifier and steam inhalation for congestion relief.

During Recovery: Heal & Rebuild Immunity

Best Supplements to Support Recovery:

• The Go-To and The Prebiotic: Restore gut balance after illness or antibiotic use.
• The Rescue: Clears lingering congestion and inflammation.
• The Defender: Continue for a few extra days to strengthen immune system.

Recovery Tips:

• Eat nutrient-dense foods like soups, leafy greens, and protein-rich meals.
• Get gentle movement (walking, stretching) to improve circulation.
• Prioritize sleep (option to add The Miracle Worker magnesium for sleep support) for full immune recovery.