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Every winter, propolis, echinacea, vitamin C and other herbs become commonplace in every household. But are they really effective for boosting the immune system, who should take them and how much? We checked for you the most winter puzzle. The conclusions are here
When the weather cools, the rush immediately begins with the supply of medicinal plants. But every winter the debate about their effectiveness begins again. Do they affect our ability to fight the flu and various viruses or the medicinal plants may be ineffective, but harmless? Opinions about their effectiveness are divided, and without scientific studies, the decision to take is largely based on personal experience and advice from professionals who know their implications.
Propolis
The natural propolis is a mixture that is collected by bees and consists of tree resin, beeswax and beeswax that collects. In nature, the material is also used to seal the hive.
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propolis contains flavonoids - ingredients capable of fighting bacteria. It is considered a multivitamin, including anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal. In the past, propolis was also used to wear wounds.
Why should I? Shirley Kataron, a pharmacist at Super-Pharm, says that according to the experience he is indeed effective in fighting influenza and prevention, as well as treating various winter diseases. "propolis-based preparations can also be taken against sore throat, chapped lips and even gingivitis." By the way, honey-sensitive people should not consume propolis and it is not recommended to give propolis-based preparations to children up to the age of one year.
Echinacea
It is a plant whose active components are called "echinacoside" - they increase the activity of phagocytes and macrophages, helping them to attack harmful microorganisms,
Foreign materials and various waste residues.
There are two active species of Echinacea: porphyria and angioplasty. The findings indicate that although anticonvulsant activity has anti-viral activity, the guidelines have now been modified and recommended for short-term treatment, whereas in the past it was recommended for long-term treatment. As it was found that treatment lasting more than two months continuously becomes less effective.
In addition, it was found that the long use of echinacea affects the decrease in movement and sperm count.
Why ?: Kitron explains: "Echinacea may help in the war against winter illnesses, but it is recommended to limit their use to no more than two months."
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Black elderberry
It is a wild tree that grew in Europe. It is defined as a gentle and non-toxic plant and is widely used in the manufacture of many products in natural cosmetics. The fruits and flowers are the parts used for medicinal extracts. Blackberry has anti-viral properties and there are also studies suggesting that it has a beneficial effect against the flu virus if given within 48 hours.
The huge difference between it and the conventional drugs that try to fight with the diseases of winter is that they can be treated with symptoms while the black elderberry is designed for prevention.
Why should I? According to Katron, it is particularly effective in preventing winter illnesses and less in treating the symptomatic condition. Also effective in treating children.
Zinc
It is an important mineral for the activation of many enzymes and many biological agents in the body. Some people also attribute anti-oxidant properties to it and helps delay aging processes.
Zinc-based preparations are usually very effective for treating sore throat and cough, and for strengthening the immune system.
Why should I? Katrin: "It is recommended to prevent winter diseases and strengthen the immune system."
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Vitamin C
Has been the focus of a storm in recent years, whether it is effective in shortening the duration of the disease, if at all, or in helping to prevent the disease. Since it is not uncommon to see people taking vitamin C with the onset of winter or as soon as they feel that they are developing a virus or flu.
Findings have shown that it is less effective in preventing the disease but can affect the treatment of the existing disease. For smokers, it is recommended to continue taking it on a regular basis, and people who exercise hard - in any case, not more than 2 grams a day.
For those suffering from heartburn, it is recommended to take it in the form of salt, which also helps prevent the burning sensation.
Why should I? According to Katrina, it is more effective in shortening disease duration than preventing it.
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Daughter of thyme
Thyme is considered one of the most important and oldest medicinal herbs. It is considered an effective remedy for sore throats, excess phlegm, abdominal pain caused by gases and fever.
The products based on thyme affect the activity of a crying activity that prevents the narrowing of the airway - for example, thyme-based fillets.
Why should I? Katron explains: "It is very effective for cases of both dry and wet cough and sore throat."
Products that combat winter diseases
Ketron explains that it is possible to buy preparations containing each of the ingredients separately or preparations containing all the preparations together. "It's a good idea to adjust it according to the aches you suffer and according to the labels of each of the preparations."
- Protect - a product from Altman - based on a combination of several herbs.
- Hizukitit - a product from Hadas, based on a combination of herbs.
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Elderberry + - contains black elderberry, echinacea, and both propolis and vitamin c
- Tenenbaum - contains 100% natural ingredients based on medicinal herbs from the Black Forest: concentrated herbal extracts of cedar needles, salvia leaves, spicy mint leaves, fennel, anise, thyme, linden, elderberry,
Concentrated extracts
There are extracts based on only one herb like
- Concentrated Propolis extract
- Acinophores - Porta tablets
- Echinacea Forte - Capsules
- Eldar Balot - Black elderberry and vitamin C.
- Zinc Forte.