Extraordinary Health Magazine EHMagazine Vol 37 | Page 28

Seasonal Solutions for Immune System Challenges by Dawn Thorpe Jarvis, Senior Director of Nutrition Science & Educational Content Our immune system is constantly under duress—this is especially true during flu and allergy season. But help is on the way! mykind Organics offers herbal formulas to help boost your immune system and support overall well-being. † Even the strongest immune system can succumb periodically to seasonal challenges such as a cold or flu. These seasonal illnesses can set us back and prevent us from having the energy we need for everyday tasks. We could all use an organic remedy to bolster our immune system during times of sickness. Along with Clinical Herbalist Dr. Terry Willard, Garden of Life created mykind Organics Elderberry Immune Syrup † and Immune Gummies. † Elderberries are packed with beneficial nutrients, including minerals such as iron, potassium, phosphorous and copper. Elderberries also contain vitamins A, B and C, as well as proteins and dietary fiber, along with beneficial organic compounds that function as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agents in the body. Elderberry has a very long history as a medicinal herb. Dating back to the ancient Egyptians and Hippocrates (the Greek father of medicine), it has been a major part of every practitioner’s medicine chest. Because of this, science has conducted considerable research on elderberry, demonstrating its immune-supporting capabilities. Its antioxidant power is one of the highest, with a large array of flavonoids called anthocyanins, which are known to contribute to the protection of normal healthy cells. Elderberry is renowned for its ability to reduce colds, sinus infections and the duration of influenza. Organic elderberry, organic aronia berry, organic echinacea and organic rosemary are just a few of the powerful ingredients in these herbal immune-support formulations. † Aronia berry is considered to be a super fruit because many of the benefits mirror those of elderberry. Aronia berries are very high in anthocyanins, and 26 Vol 37• Extraordinary Health ™ † These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.