Winning Against the Common Cold

Colds, despite the name can come at any time of the year. And generally you can expect to be sick for about one to two weeks. But that doesn't mean you have to be miserable. While rest and hydration are of course the number one ways to fight off a cold. At this point everyone knows about the healing properties of vitamin C as well. However, we believe there are some other, lesser known, natural remedies that will give you the edge in the battle for your health.

Natural Immune Boosters:

• Apple CIder Vinegar: Apple Cider Vinegar has been shown to aid in detoxification by breaking up mucus in the body and cleansing the lymph nodes. A healthy lymphatic system can help remove toxins from the cells in the body which will improving immune system response.
  • We recommend taking this one in a tincture, as its healing properties work even better when paired properly
• Garlic: Garlic has the ability to boost your immune system by increasing the rate at which your natural immune system defender cells are made.
  • Roasted garlic, garlic pills, garlic powders, garlic in teas and tinctures. We really recommend this wonder herb in all its forms.
• Ginger: Ginger has natural antibacterial properties so it helps support the immune system. It can also help to prevent nausea and soothe an upset stomach.
  • Ginger we find is best taken as a tincture or in a herbal blend as the ingredients complement each other well.
• Echinacea: Research has shown that echinacea increases the number of white blood cells, which helps fight infections and boosts your immune system.
  • Extracts and herbal tea blends are the way to go with echinacea as this wonder herb pairs well with just about anything.

Natural Herbal Remedies:

• Renovation Tea: Daily Dose — Daily Dose is our house special blend immune boosting tincture, crafted specially to fight off those nasty seasonal colds.
  • Ingredients: Free Trade Organic Apple CIder Vinegar (with Motherwort), Garlic, Ginger, White Onion, Habanero, Horseradish
• Renovation Tea: Flu-Berry — Created specifically to boost your immune system to help fight the flu.
  • Ingredients: Free Trade Organic herbs- Elderberry Powder, Blackberry Leaf, Boneset and Pleurisy Root
• Renovation Tea: Lymph Node Detox — Formulated to support a healthy lymphatic system by flushing out toxins and promote a strong, healthy immune system.
  • Ingredients: Free Trade Organic herbs- Cleavers, Echinacea, Calendula

Healthy Eats: Italian Baked Egg (makes 1 serving)

Ingredients:

• Ghee butter
• 1 tomato
• 1 small slice prosciutto
• 1 large egg
• Renovation Tea: Italian 5 Spice Blend
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
2. Coat a ramekin with ghee butter; line with tomato and prosciutto.
3. Lightly season prosciutto with Renovation Tea: Italian 5 Spice Blend
4. Careful to not break the yoke add an egg into ramekin.
5. Bake 10 to 15 minutes, or until egg is set and white has solidified.
6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
7. Enjoy!

**All alternative and natural remedies recommended here should be taken under doctors supervision. Always consult your physician before beginning any herbal program. This general information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional. Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate herbal treatment.