It’s that time of the year again….the dreaded “sick” season. I’m seeing it clinically and in the community. I’m also seeing a lot of posts all over social media with parents desperate for something to keep their kids healthy this winter/ something to help boost their immune systems that actually WORKS!
It just so happens that one of the major reasons we created an entire mushroom-based business, is that when we started incorporating mushrooms into our daily supplement regimen, we NEVER got sick!! Our little one was getting sick quarterly for a while and we were frustrated. After we started incorporating mushrooms, he has not been sick in over a year.
The immune benefits of mushrooms are amazing! They work by stimulating the immune systems cells (like lymphocytes and cytokine production) to fight off any invaders. There is not a single product out there that I know of that works this way! Most of the well known immune supplements will help with symptom relief or reduce the length of the illness, but medicinal mushrooms shine when it comes to prevention!
Here are some additional tips to maintain wellness this season:
- Prioritize nourishing, whole foods while avoiding sugary temptations at holiday gatherings, as sugar will weaken the immune system.
- Ensure ample rest and hydration, incorporating electrolytes and minerals for extra support.
- Consider reducing coffee and alcohol intake.
- Engage in nature outings and stress-reduction activities.