Recovery from COVID-19

A lovely ICU nurse recently tested positive for Covid-19 around 8 July, even though she was wearing PPEs (my heart goes out to these brave heroes who care for those of us in ICU). She has kindly agreed that I can share what she sent me in a private message this morning.  I do hope […]

Things that weaken your immune sytem and how to strengthen it

Aside from diseases, most of the factors which weaken immunity are preventable – such as: Stress: long-term chronic stress can damage and weaken immunity Lack of sleep: severe sleep deprivation diminishes white blood cells, your immune system’s front line of defence. Alcohol: this can alter gut microbes, essential to normal immune function, and can lead […]

How to strengthen your immune system

  Get back to basics: eat a healthy diet, get enough sleep Take Vitamin C – I recommend Ester C, Scorbi-Cee and Super-Cee  Take Vitamin D3 Premium – one a day Take immune-supporting nutrients like a good B Complex and Zinc  Exercise a little each day – even just a walk improves immunity Find ways […]

Nursing home study evaluates effect of zinc on immune function

A randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study published by Barnett et al. look at the effect of Zinc on the body’s immune response. The study posed the question – Could a zinc deficiency, or deficiency in other immune-important nutrients such as vitamin D3, be putting a damper on your immune response? Do you know your levels […]

CLEAR SKIN & LIPS

CLEAR SKIN & LIPS We have a lovely product that seems to be really popular – people are just loving it. It’s called Clear Skin & Lips and this is why it’s so great.  It contains the following fabulous skin nutrients: Vitamin A (real vitamin A, not beta-carotene) Zinc Lysine (to stop cold sores) Selenium […]

Beyond Food – Be Happy!

Beyond Food – Be Happy! Laughter has always been known as the best “natural medicine” for the heart and there is compelling research to prove it. Happier people live longer – they just do – Be Happy! Positive emotions have been linked with better health, longer life, and greater well-being in many scientific studies according […]

Best Vitamins, Minerals & Foods for Immune Health

I am asked endlessly for immune boosting help – for change of season allergies and infections – to general immune boosting. So here’s the article I promised I’d write. BEST VITAMINS & MINERAL SUPPLEMENTS FOR IMMUNE HEALTH: There are loads of course, but here are 5 important ones in order: 1. Vitamin C – TOP […]