Prairie Naturals Citrus Soother - 150g

Facts & Support for Prairie Naturals' Citrus Soother

Prairie Naturals Citrus Soother is your natural cold & flu recommendation! When it comes to fighting colds and flu, nothing has a more soothing and protective effect than a hot lemon, honey and ginger drink. Add the therapeutic healing power of Vitamins C & D, along with immune-boosting zinc, elderberry, lemon balm, and Echinacea root - ALL found in Prairie Naturals Citrus Soother! Enjoy a Citrus Soother next time you feel a cold or flu coming on for a delicious, instant natural cold and flu remedy! [POWDER]

Medical and nutritional researchers are discovering the scientific foundation for many traditional therapies. They are also learning about the therapeutic benefits of vitamins, minerals and herbs. Citrus Soother combines the best of tradition and science to create a unique tonic that protects against colds and flu, while reducing congestion and soothing irritated and inflamed mucous membranes and sore throats. Citrus Soother is made with the highest quality ingredients including:

Organic Honey
From Egyptian pharaohs to Queen Bees, everyone loves honey! It's not only sweet and yummy; honey contains anti-inflammatory and antibacterial agents that are effective against bacterial strains including those that have become resistant to synthetic antibiotics. Even the world-famous Mayo Clinic believes in the power of honey, calling it a "time-honoured way to soothe a sore throat; an effective cough suppressant... to reduce night time coughing and improve sleep."

Lemon Concentrate
As one of the most popular members of the citrus family, lemons have been revered in many traditional cultures as a medicinal tonic imbued with wonderful (even magical!) healing powers. Entire books are dedicated to lemons within Spanish culture. Lemon juice is not only a powerful antioxidant; it is also recognized for its antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Its excellent cleansing action supports lemon's traditional use in battling colds, flu, fevers and infections that develop in the chest.

Echinacea
This lovely cone-shaped, purple flower is one of the all-time most studied herbal medicines in the world. Citrus Soother contains a standardized extract of Echinacea purpurea, one of the most well researched and scientifically documented herbal cold and flu fighters. Studies have shown it reduces the severity and duration of cold symptoms while speeding recovery.

Elderberry
Ask any European about elderberry and they will probably begin to regale you with a wide range of enchanting stories about the power of this beautiful berry. From wine to tonics, elderberries are a traditional medicinal in many European cultures. Most recently, the effectiveness of elderberry to prevent colds and flu is on the radar. Scientists postulate that flavonoid antioxidants in elderberry extract stimulate the immune system while their anthocyanins, another kind of antioxidant, have anti-inflammatory effects that keep aches, pains, and fever in check.

Ginger
Every Asian culture uses ginger as one of their foundational culinary spices. Ginger not only adds a spicy kick to everything from stir-fry veggies to ginger snaps; it's a concentrated source of various medicinal compounds that have been shown to successfully treat common colds, fever and more. Studies show that this pungent root is the ideal cold fighter because of its remarkable sleep-inducing, analgesic (pain-relieving), anti-tussive (cough suppressive), and antipyretic (fever-reducing) properties.

Lemon Balm
The very name says it all. But this soothing balm of an herb is also proving to be one of the most promising herbal medicines of this decade. A study recently published in the journal Food Microbiology refers to lemon balm as having "effective antimicrobial activity." Another study, published in Phytomedicine concluded that lemon balm has antiviral effect on herpes (cold sores). Fighting colds is only one of the great things about lemon balm. Soothing anxiety and promoting a calming sleep is the more traditional use for this lovely mint-like plant that tastes just like lemon.

Vitamins C & D and the Mineral Zinc
This well-documented trio of immune-supporting supplements is the perfect nutritional arsenal to successfully combat colds and flu. Only the most well-absorbed sources have been selected for this formula: buffered Vitamin C from calcium ascorbate; Vitamin D3, the only form of Vitamin D that our body recognizes as the true "sunshine vitamin"; and zinc from zinc citrate, the most readily absorbed source.

Recommended Use
Helps to relieve the symptoms and shorten the duration of upper respiratory tract infections (e.g. common colds, flu). Contains Ginger that is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as an expectorant and anti-tussive to help relieve bronchitis as well as coughs and colds. Contains Zinc to help maintain immune function. Contains Vitamin C and D, which are factors in the maintenance of good health. Contains Lemon Balm and Ginger that are traditionally used in Herbal Medicine to help relieve digestive disturbances, such as dyspepsia /indigestion. Lemon Balm is traditionally used in Herbal Medicine as asleep aid (in cases of restlessness or insomnia due to mental stress).

Recommended Dose
Take 1 rounded scoop (10g) in 150 -200 ml of hot water and drink, once a day, with food. Take at the first sign of infection or flu. Take a few hours before or after taking medications.

Duration of Use
Consult a health care practitioner for use beyond 8 weeks.

Caution/Warning
Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use: if you are taking immunosuppressants; if you have a progressive systemic disease such as tuberculosis, leukosis, collagenosis or multiple sclerosis; if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consumption with alcohol, other medications or health products with sedative properties is not recommended.Consult a health care practitioner if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 3 weeks (chronic insomnia). Hypersensitivity (e.g. allergy) has been known to occur; in which case, discontinue use. Some people may experience drowsiness. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness.

Contraindication
Do not use if you are allergic to plants of the Asteraceae/Compositae/Daisy family.