With winter approaching it’s important to start supporting your immune system. Hopefully you’ve stocked up with time in the sunshine over the summer months, so your body has synthesized vitamin D. There are many practices you can try to support your body to find balance. The key is to find what works for you and your body!

Through diet, we can support our body’s immune system by supporting gut health through consuming fermented foods and incorporating plenty of brightly coloured vegetables and fruits loaded with antioxidants, vitamin C and zinc. Also, animal foods are full of bioavailable nutrients that support our immune system and include many that are either limited in or absent from plants. In addition to diet, there are lifestyle factors that support a healthy immune response. Things like getting as much natural light as possible (and conversely getting as little artificial light as possible!), sleeping well, coping well with stress, being in nature, grounding, using cold/heat/infrared therapies, incorporating appropriate movement and exercise into your days, and having a close connection with family/community can all contribute to a long and healthy life. They are all things that healthy, traditional cultures practice daily.

When you want additional support Good Health has you covered with the trusted Viralex range!

Viralex is a comprehensive, everyday immune support for depleted immune systems. High strength Olive Leaf Extract provides 100mg Oleuropein (active ingredient), a potent antioxidant support. Astragalus root is a traditional Chinese herb that supports immune function and stress resilience. Beta glucan is a yeast which supports immune cells in the gut, and zinc and vitamin D provide further immune support. 2 capsules a day for maintenance with an option for 4 capsules a day for extra support. Always take with food. Viralex is a maintenance support formulation; switch to Viralex Attack at the first sign of seasonal ills and chills.

Viralex Attack supports a rapid immune response to the body’s immune system challenges, especially winter ills and chills. Viralex Attack contains the unique ingredient, EpiCor®, which is a dried yeast fermentate derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae. EpiCor® has been shown to start working in 2 hours. Other key ingredients are Olive Leaf extract, which contains the potent antioxidant Oleuropein; Pelargonium Root, which is a traditional support for winter ills and chills; and Zinc, which is supportive for the immune system. Viralex Attack supports the body’s natural immune defences for health and wellbeing. Suitable for the whole family from 6 years old and up.

Good Health Viralex Lipo Pro C is scientifically researched supplement containing Liposomal Pureway®- C, a fast-absorbing form of vitamin C. Pureway®- C utilises an effective delivery system, blending in with fatty acids in the gut and blood stream to be easily recognized by our cells, allowing more vitamin C to be absorbed. Each serving provides 1000mg of vitamin C, ensuring support for a healthy immune system, iron absorption, and general health and wellbeing. An on-the-go solution that can be taken with or without water, with a great tasting sour peach passionfruit sherbet flavour. Comes in a box of 20 powder sachet sticks.

Always read the label and follow the directions for use. Vitamin and mineral supplements should not replace a balanced diet. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional. For more information contact our Naturopath on 0800 446 634 or visit www.goodhealth.co.nz  

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