Backed up by cited research, this little volume covers a range of natural remedies from foods and essential oils to herbs and probiotics, explaining how they can protect against bacterial, fungal and viral threats.
Following an introductory chapter on how the human body’s immune system works, Michelle Schoffro Cook, PhD, DNM, lists foods like garlic and ginger which fortify the immune system and keep infections at bay. A separate chapter on herbs and essential oils discusses the health benefits of star anise, chamomile, thyme and more along with oils from cinnamon, tea tree, cloves, and sage.
The book concludes with chapters on the use of probiotics to strengthen the body’s immune system, the power of mushrooms, and the importance of dietary and lifestyle habits.
“Unlike many drugs whose potency against superbugs is questionable or waning, the natural remedies throughout this book have been in use for thousands of years and are still as effective as when our ancient ancestors used them,” the author states.