Nutritional Bodyguard Arms You Against Cold and Flu
Vitamin C gets a lot of attention during the winter for its immune-boosting benefits.
But Nature has another—possibly even better—option to have on hand for cold and flu season.
Research reveals it contains compounds that directly combat the flu, and studies show it shortens the duration and severity of cold symptoms.
This is definitely the bodyguard you want on your side this winter.
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Sometimes, the most potent things come in the smallest packages.
That’s certainly the case with elderberries.
These berries are tiny in size, but mighty in their immune-boosting abilities.
One study evaluated elderberry extract’s impact on airline travelers at a high risk of viral infection.
The volunteers took the extract 10 days prior to travel and for five days after.
Taking elderberry shortened the duration of colds by about half—and significantly reduced the severity of the symptoms—compared to the placebo group.
Plus, research confirms they have direct antiviral effects against the flu.
In another study, when folks infected with influenza B were given elderberry at the first sign of infection, and they were SYMPTOM-FREE in just two days! Compare that to six days in the placebo group.
This is because elderberries contain compounds that act directly against the flu virus, preventing it from entering and reproducing in human cells.
You can think of it like body armor for your cells.
No matter your current health status, it’s a good idea to bolster your defenses against illness during the winter months.
Elderberries provide a powerful ally in this seasonal fight.
P.S. Vitamin superstar SLASHES cold and flu risk.
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Tiralongo, E., Wee, S. S., & Lea, R. A. (2016). Elderberry Supplementation Reduces Cold Duration and Symptoms in Air-Travellers: A Randomized, Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Nutrients, 8(4), 182.
