Boost Your Immunity NOW

Come in for a quick "Immunity check" – 20-30min - $60
• discuss your options for boosting your immune system
• test for zinc deficiency (a vital mineral for the immune system)
• learn how to be prepared when that first sniffle arrives!

“Acute care” appointments are now available – 15 min, only $30
• Appropriate for symptomatic relief from problems such as colds and flus and aches and sprains.
• Reduce the severity and duration of your coughs, colds and flus with herbal and nutritional support

Did you know:

• Stress can suppress your immune system
• If you are deficient in vitamins and minerals that are necessary for immune health you are more likely to
catch colds and keep them around for longer!
• 80% of the body’s immune cells originate in the gut (so if your intestines aren’t happy you’re immune system won’t be either)
• High intake of sugar can suppress the immune system

Naturopathic treatment of infections aims to boost the bodies own immunity, whereas conventional medicine will use antibiotics designed to kill the organism. Antibiotics have their place in medicine but their overuse is concerning. [Antibiotic resistance is increasingly becoming a problem, with several strains of bacteria already developed into “super bugs” such as MRSA (Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus). ]

Antibiotics are not effective against viruses - only bacteria, so they do not actually target the cause of the cold or flu - just the bacterial infection left behind, often presenting as mucous build up or a runny nose.

Antibiotics are harmful to your digestive and immune systems as they wipe out your beneficial digestive bacteria strains, such as lactobaccilus and bifidus. This leads to an imbalance in the digestive system which can cause bloating, indigestion and candida overgrowth.

In you digestive system there are 2-3kg of these bacteria, hanging in a delicate balance to perform many functions. Studies have shown that these bacteria have critical roles in modulating our immune system, reducing inflammation and allowing nutrient absorption in the intestine.

Therefore it makes sense that improving the body’s ability to fight infection and reducing the need for antibiotics is a good thing!

If you usually require several days off of work due to an infection then taking preventative measures now will save you more in the long term.

It is getting more common for children to have an imbalance in their immune systems, such as allergic disorders like eczema and an increased susceptibility to infections. A sick child can quickly spread their germs around the family, requiring time off school and having a big impact on family life.

Developing robust immunity is essential to every aspect of childhood development. In fact, healthy immunity in children sets the stage for good health well into adult life!

Pleasant tasting formulas are available for children to help boost their immunity or to fight off an infection.