Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Natural Herbs That Support Your Immune System Against the Flu
Oct 17, 2025
Delve into herbal remedies that can bolster your immune system against the flu. Discover how echinacea and elderberry can reduce symptoms effectively and hasten recovery. Learn about everyday kitchen allies like garlic and turmeric that support long-term immune health. Find relief for congestion with thyme and eucalyptus, while exploring lesser-known herbs with antiviral prowess. Equip yourself with a practical five-step flu defense plan that emphasizes nutrition, vitamin D optimization, and personalized herbal strategies for everyone.
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Early Combo Herbs Shorten Flu
- Echinacea, elderberry, and ginger work differently but complement each other in early flu care.
- Starting within 48 hours yields the clearest reduction in symptom duration.
Trials Support Herb Effectiveness
- Clinical trials show echinacea can rival common antivirals and elderberry can cut illness duration.
- These herbs often produce fewer side effects like nausea compared with drugs.
Pick Airway Herbs For Congestion Relief
- Use thyme, eucalyptus, lemon balm, and licorice to ease congestion and calm airways.
- Choose eucalyptus vapor, thyme thymol, or lemon balm teas based on the specific breathing issue.