My Top 3 Immune Must Haves for Sickness

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*This is not medical advice.

Check out my dosing guide with an amazing FNP on how to dose these, and specific products we like.

Vitamin C - The Front Line Fighter 

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that protects immune cells from free-radical damage and enhances the function of white blood cells that fight pathogens. It also supports your body’s natural defenses and may help shorten the duration and severity of illness.

Vitamin D - The Immune Regulator 

Vitamin D supports the immune system by helping regulate immune responses and preventing excess inflammation during infection. It also supports the activation of T-cells, the immune cells that recognize and target infected cells, helping your body respond more effectively when you’re sick.

Zinc - Infection Fighter & Repair Specialist 

Zinc supports immunity by helping with enzyme function, wound healing, and the production and activation of immune cells. It also one of the top antiviral minerals which can help limit viral replication and support a stronger, more effective immune response when you’re sick.

Bonus 4th:

Magnesium - Inflammation Modulator 

Magnesium supports immune health by helping regulate inflammation and supporting the activity of natural killer cells and white blood cells. Because magnesium is involved in hundreds of enzymatic processes in the body (and an estimated 48–60% of Americans are deficient) adequate levels are especially important for a resilient immune response when you’re sick.

We do daily mag lotion/balm on our kids, and when sick we do epsom salt or mag flake baths. This is an easy way to get in added magnesium without another oral supplement.