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Guide to Essential Immune-Supporting Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals

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Supporting your immune system naturally is a proactive way to enhance overall health. Here, we’ll explore key herbs, vitamins, and minerals, including the benefits of Vitamin D3 with K2, probiotics, elderberry, and other powerful botanicals and nu...

Guide to Essential Immune-Supporting Herbs, Vitamins, and Minerals
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Supporting your immune system naturally is a proactive way to enhance overall health. Here, we’ll explore key herbs, vitamins, and minerals, including the benefits of Vitamin D3 with K2, probiotics, elderberry, and other powerful botanicals and nutrients like Vitamin C, zinc, and selenium.

By creating a routine that incorporates these essentials, you can support your body’s resilience during seasonal transitions and beyond.

At Napiers, we specialise in herbal and natural health solutions and offer free 15-minute consultations with our expert herbalists. Whether you’re new to natural health or looking to enhance your current routine, a consultation can help tailor a plan just for you.

1. Vitamin D3 with K2: Essential for Immune Support

Vitamin D3, particularly when combined with Vitamin K2, is one of the most important nutrients for immune health. Vitamin D3 supports immune cell activation, while Vitamin K2 assists in calcium regulation, enhancing Vitamin D’s benefits.

Dosage and Supplementation

During winter or in low sunlight regions, supplementing with Vitamin D3 and K2 is highly beneficial. We recommend Napiers Vitamin D3 and K2 Spray, which provides 1000IU of Vitamin D, 500% of the recommended intake to ensure you have optimum Vitamin D levels throughout the year. Plus the optimal amount of Vitamin K2.

 

Napiers Vitamin D3 and K2 Spray

 

2. Vitamin C: A Potent Antioxidant

Vitamin C is well-known for its immune-enhancing properties and its role in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. It also supports the production of white blood cells, crucial for immune defence.

Incorporate Vitamin C through citrus fruits, bell peppers, and leafy greens, or consider a high-quality supplement during cold and flu season.

Citrus Fruits Are Rich In Vitamin C

3. Zinc: Essential for Immune Cell Function

Zinc is a mineral critical for immune cell function, helping the body fight infections. Zinc supplements can shorten the duration of colds when taken at the onset of symptoms.

Pumpkin Seeds Are Rich In Zinc

4. Selenium: Immune and Antioxidant Support

Selenium acts as an antioxidant and plays a role in reducing inflammation. Selenium-rich foods like Brazil nuts, seafood, and whole grains can contribute to balanced immune function.

5. Gut Health and Probiotics

The link between gut health and immunity is profound. Over 70% of immune cells are in the gut, making a balanced microbiome essential.

Taking a probiotic supplement or adding fermented foods like yoghurt, sauerkraut, and kefir to your diet supports immune resilience.

For those looking to support their gut health with a supplement, we recommend Napiers Happy Gut, which is a complete blend of friendly bacteria to support your GI tract with 10 strains, vitamin D, digestive enzymes and the prebiotics inulin and F.O.S.

Napiers Happy Gut

6. Hebridean Sea Kelp for Natural Mineral Support

Hebridean Sea Kelp is rich in iodine, a trace mineral that supports thyroid and immune health.

Additionally, it contains antioxidants that help reduce oxidative stress, bolstering immune resilience.

Our Napiers Seagreens Organic Hebridean Kelp Capsules contain 500mg per capsule.

Napiers Seagreens Hebridean Kelp

7. Elderberry for Seasonal Immunity

Elderberry is widely celebrated for its antiviral properties and is particularly beneficial during cold and flu season. Elderberry can be taken as a tincture, syrup, lozenge, or capsule, providing flexibility in your routine.

For those looking to add herbs into their immune support journey, we recommend Napiers Wild Elderberry Elixir, a concentrated elderberry, bramble and rosehip syrup providing a good source of Vitamin C, enhanced with sustainably harvested herbs and spices. 

Napiers Wild Elderberry Elixir

8. Echinacea for Immune Activation

Echinacea is known to stimulate immune response and is often used at the onset of a cold to encourage the body’s defences. It’s available in teas, tinctures, and capsules, and can be beneficial during seasonal transitions.

9. Ginger for Digestive and Immune Support

Ginger provides both immune support and digestive benefits. Often used in teas and tonics, ginger is warming and helps the body ward off seasonal ailments while soothing the digestive system.

Tip: Infuse a few slices of fresh ginger with a slice of lemon in hot water for a soothing and warming tea. Add a teaspoon of manuka honey for an additional winter boost.

10. Honey: Nature’s Immune Sweetener

Honey, particularly varieties like manuka honey, has natural antibacterial properties. Add it to tea or enjoy by the spoonful for soothing immune support.

Its antimicrobial effects also make it a soothing option for sore throats and reducing inflammation.

Beyond its antibacterial effects, manuka honey supports digestive health, and its rich antioxidant content supports the immune system.

We recommend Mother Earth Manuka Honey. Available in a variety of UMF and MGO strengths, Mother Earth is New Zealand's favourite manuka honey brand, delivering high quality authentic honey.

Mother Earth Manuka Honey

Start Your Natural Immune Journey With Napiers

With a variety of natural options to boost immune health, expert guidance can make a difference. We offer free 15-minute consultations to help you choose the best solutions for your unique needs. Whether you’re interested in specific herbs, vitamins, or a complete immune plan, our team can personalise recommendations for you.

Book your consultation today and take the first step towards a healthier, naturally supported immune system.

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