Each tablet contains:
Raw unrefined sugar, glucose syrup, honey, Pear juiceconcentrate, extract of Spruce, malt extract, Peppermint oil,Spruce oil, menthol.
Format
Lozenges
100g
Dosage
Use as required.
Important Information
Allergy and intolerance information: Contains gluten.
Highlights
- Reduces frequency and severity of common colds and flu.
- Stimulates Immune Function.
- Clinically proven.
- Helpful for bronchitis, laryngitis and sore throats.
- Soothing lozenges to help you throughout the day
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Manufacturer Info
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Cold & Flu
Colds and flus are a part of everyday life. They are usually caused by viruses, although if left untreated, bacteria can move in and cause infection as well. Colds and flus can be treated effectively with natural therapies that both kill the infecting organism and support the immune system.
Lingering or recurrent infection is a signal of an immune system that is overwhelmed. Natural therapies are also helpful in these cases, to restore disease resistance.
Cold symptoms include congestion, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, dry cough, swollen glands and a low fever. As the cold progresses discharges may increase and become green or yellow in colour. The duration of a cold is usually 7 10 days. Flus usually have the same symptoms as a cold but are more severe. High fever, chills and body ache also occur. Flus can also attack the gastrointestinal system and cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The duration of a flu is usually one week, but full recovery can take longer.
Conventional treatment involves the use of antibiotics if the cold has become bacterial. This usually takes care of the current infection. However, the body becomes susceptible to subsequent infections if the friendly bacteria are not replaced. The overuse of antibiotics has also lead to antibiotic resistant strains of various organisms. Individuals can help to minimize resistance by using antibiotics sparingly and always taking recommendations until they are finished.
There are many physical therapies for colds and flus. Hot mustard packs applied to the chest decrease fever, eliminate toxins and speed healing. They can be used every second day for a week. Warm, humid air prevents drying of the mucus membranes.
Perform steam inhalations, or use a humidifier, with added thyme, sage or eucalyptus oil. Use hydrotherapy to boost the immune system. At the end of your shower alternate one minute of hot water with one minute of cold water. Alternate several times always ending with cold.
Good hygiene is important to prevent the spread of colds and flus. Use disposable tissues when coughing or sneezing to prevent viral spread. Throw tissues in a receptacle that is away from the living quarters. Wash your hands frequently, with soap.
Keep dishes, utensils and toothbrushes used by the ill person away from those used by other house members. Do not use antibacterial soaps or cleaning products. They can actually lead to an increase in the virulence, or disease-causing potential, of viruses and bacteria in the home.
Dietary approaches to colds and flus are as follows. Increase fluid intake to decrease the viscosity of mucous secretions. A diet high in raw fruits and vegetables provides a good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Onions and garlic are good sources of substances that make up anti-inflammatory compounds and help to kill microbes. Flaxseed and fish oils contain essential fatty acids that are anti-inflammatory. Avoid animal products because they contain inflammatory precursors. Avoid dairy products, processed foods, white flour and sugar products all of whi
Throat Infections
If you have ever suffered from any kind of throat infection, you know how painful they can be. While a cold will often cause a sore throat for a day or two and then move on to symptoms such as runny nose and cough, strep throat will persist, often causing severe pain and usually requiring antibiotics.
Tonsillitis can be caused by the same bacteria that causes strep throat; Streptococcus, or by other bacterial or viral infections. Tonsillitis results in the tonsils at the back of the throat to becoming enlarged and painful. Although strep throat and tonsillitis can happen simultaneously (with the streptococcus bacterium), you can also have one without the other.
What can you do?
In general, whether sore throat is due to cold, strep throat or tonsillitis, there are some very simple lifestyle tips that can help to speed up the course of the infection and get you feeling healthier, faster!
As much as it may hurt to swallow, make sure to drink plenty of liquids. Keep in mind that refined sugar depresses the immune system, so try to stick to water and pure fruit juices. Foods such as soups, broths and smoothies can help to provide the nutrition you need, while still soothing the throat. Try to stay away from dairy as much as you can. Dairy is mucous forming and may only exacerbate the issue. Gargle with salt water multiple times throughout the day, it will help to dry things out and decrease pain and inflammation. Get plenty of rest. Chances are that your immune system was run down by the time the symptoms developed, perhaps from fighting the infection off as long as it could. Give your immune system a chance to recuperate and fight back. Make sure to sleep as much as you can while you are recovering. It will boost energy and help to decrease the course of the infection.
Supplements
There are also a variety of supplements you can take for an acute or chronic infection, each tailored toward either a viral or bacterial infection, although some of these suggestion have both anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. Elderberry, goldenseal, astragalus, andrographis and garlic are all great choices for anti-viral/anti-bacterial herbal remedies that have been proven to shorten the course of the infection and get you feeling better faster. An herbal throat spray, containing zinc or any combination of the herbs mentioned above, can also help to alleviate sore throat quickly to help ease the pain associated with swallowing. If antibiotics are recommended, remember to take a probiotic either during or following antibiotic treatment. This ensures that you are protecting and replenishing the 'healthy' gut flora, which in turn means you are helping to support the immune system, along with healthy and happy digestion.
Colds and flus are a part of everyday life. They are usually caused by viruses, although if left untreated, bacteria can move in and cause infection as well. Colds and flus can be treated effectively with natural therapies that both kill the infecting organism and support the immune system.
Lingering or recurrent infection is a signal of an immune system that is overwhelmed. Natural therapies are also helpful in these cases, to restore disease resistance.
Cold symptoms include congestion, runny nose, sneezing, sore throat, dry cough, swollen glands and a low fever. As the cold progresses discharges may increase and become green or yellow in colour. The duration of a cold is usually 7 10 days. Flus usually have the same symptoms as a cold but are more severe. High fever, chills and body ache also occur. Flus can also attack the gastrointestinal system and cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The duration of a flu is usually one week, but full recovery can take longer.
Conventional treatment involves the use of antibiotics if the cold has become bacterial. This usually takes care of the current infection. However, the body becomes susceptible to subsequent infections if the friendly bacteria are not replaced. The overuse of antibiotics has also lead to antibiotic resistant strains of various organisms. Individuals can help to minimize resistance by using antibiotics sparingly and always taking recommendations until they are finished.
There are many physical therapies for colds and flus. Hot mustard packs applied to the chest decrease fever, eliminate toxins and speed healing. They can be used every second day for a week. Warm, humid air prevents drying of the mucus membranes.
Perform steam inhalations, or use a humidifier, with added thyme, sage or eucalyptus oil. Use hydrotherapy to boost the immune system. At the end of your shower alternate one minute of hot water with one minute of cold water. Alternate several times always ending with cold.
Good hygiene is important to prevent the spread of colds and flus. Use disposable tissues when coughing or sneezing to prevent viral spread. Throw tissues in a receptacle that is away from the living quarters. Wash your hands frequently, with soap.
Keep dishes, utensils and toothbrushes used by the ill person away from those used by other house members. Do not use antibacterial soaps or cleaning products. They can actually lead to an increase in the virulence, or disease-causing potential, of viruses and bacteria in the home.
Dietary approaches to colds and flus are as follows. Increase fluid intake to decrease the viscosity of mucous secretions. A diet high in raw fruits and vegetables provides a good source of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Onions and garlic are good sources of substances that make up anti-inflammatory compounds and help to kill microbes. Flaxseed and fish oils contain essential fatty acids that are anti-inflammatory. Avoid animal products because they contain inflammatory precursors. Avoid dairy products, processed foods, white flour and sugar products all of whi
Throat Infections
If you have ever suffered from any kind of throat infection, you know how painful they can be. While a cold will often cause a sore throat for a day or two and then move on to symptoms such as runny nose and cough, strep throat will persist, often causing severe pain and usually requiring antibiotics.
Tonsillitis can be caused by the same bacteria that causes strep throat; Streptococcus, or by other bacterial or viral infections. Tonsillitis results in the tonsils at the back of the throat to becoming enlarged and painful. Although strep throat and tonsillitis can happen simultaneously (with the streptococcus bacterium), you can also have one without the other.
What can you do?
In general, whether sore throat is due to cold, strep throat or tonsillitis, there are some very simple lifestyle tips that can help to speed up the course of the infection and get you feeling healthier, faster!
As much as it may hurt to swallow, make sure to drink plenty of liquids. Keep in mind that refined sugar depresses the immune system, so try to stick to water and pure fruit juices. Foods such as soups, broths and smoothies can help to provide the nutrition you need, while still soothing the throat. Try to stay away from dairy as much as you can. Dairy is mucous forming and may only exacerbate the issue. Gargle with salt water multiple times throughout the day, it will help to dry things out and decrease pain and inflammation. Get plenty of rest. Chances are that your immune system was run down by the time the symptoms developed, perhaps from fighting the infection off as long as it could. Give your immune system a chance to recuperate and fight back. Make sure to sleep as much as you can while you are recovering. It will boost energy and help to decrease the course of the infection.
Supplements
There are also a variety of supplements you can take for an acute or chronic infection, each tailored toward either a viral or bacterial infection, although some of these suggestion have both anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties. Elderberry, goldenseal, astragalus, andrographis and garlic are all great choices for anti-viral/anti-bacterial herbal remedies that have been proven to shorten the course of the infection and get you feeling better faster. An herbal throat spray, containing zinc or any combination of the herbs mentioned above, can also help to alleviate sore throat quickly to help ease the pain associated with swallowing. If antibiotics are recommended, remember to take a probiotic either during or following antibiotic treatment. This ensures that you are protecting and replenishing the 'healthy' gut flora, which in turn means you are helping to support the immune system, along with healthy and happy digestion.
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