During any type of illness, our bodies increase their normal processes of detoxification. For example, when you come down with a cold or the flu, you naturally lose your appetite, because your body wants to focus attention on cleansing. You may run a fever, the body’s natural internal mechanism for killing trouble-causing microorganisms. You may have copious mucus discharge and sneezing as your body attempts to expell the invaders. You can support your body in detoxifying and significantly cut short the duration of a cold or flu with cleansing therapies such as aromatherapy steams and mineral baths, purifying teas, and potent herbal remedies. In fact, by incorporating the principles of cleansing and detoxification into your daily life, you will be far less likely to fall prey to colds and flus.

Herbal BeautyMy friend Maryanne used to come down with a cold or flu virus several times each year, and be sick for weeks at a time. When she asked for advice, I suggested that she eliminate refined foods, dairy products, and sugar, all of which weaken the immune system and create congestion. I also recommended that she eat plenty of garlic and ginger to help strengthen her immune system, and that she exercise daily, which has also been shown to enhance immune functioning. At the first sign of a cold or flu, I suggested that she take echinacea, a proven immune-enhancing tonic herb. The advice was simple, but effective. In the past two years, Maryanne has had one cold—and it only lasted a few days instead of for weeks.

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