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Cold and Flu Season Tips from CCC Health

Overview  




Cold and flu season typically spans from October to late March/early April in the

United States. During this period, respiratory viruses such as Influenza spread more easily. There are also hundreds of viruses that can cause the common cold, with the most common being:  

  • Rhinoviruses  

  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)  

  • Parainfluenza Viruses  

  • Adenoviruses  

  • Coronaviruses  

  • Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV)  

These viruses primarily affect the nose, throat, and lungs.  


Why Do Some People Get Sick and Others Don't?  


The likelihood of getting sick depends on your baseline health and the strength of your immune system. A strong immune response can help prevent illness after exposure to viruses. This is why it's crucial to maintain healthy habits that support your immune system, like practicing the 7 Pillars of Wellness.

7 Pillars of Wellness 


  1. Spiritual Health: Cultivate a relationship with God to foster inner peace.

  2. Mental Wellness: Build strong, supportive relationships that help you cope with stress.  

  3. Nutrition: Eat balanced meals rich in fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins. Include colorful foods in your diet to provide various health benefits:  

    1. Red: Fights free radicals.  

    2. Orange/Yellow: Supports cellular communication.  

    3. Green: Inhibits cancer-causing agents.  

    4. Blue/Purple: Acts as powerful antioxidants.  

    5. White/Brown: Contains anti-tumor properties. 

  4. Physical Activity: Exercise boosts circulation of white blood cells and helps reduce inflammation.  

  5. Water: Staying hydrated supports immune functions like flushing toxins and maintaining histamine balance.  

  6. Sleep: Quality sleep boosts T-cell production and enhances your immune response.

  7. Work-Life Balance: Reducing chronic stress allows your immune system to function at its best.  


Tips for Staying Healthy 

  • Stay home if you have flu symptoms or a fever, especially for at 

  • least 24 hours after the fever subsides.  

  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.  

  • Cover your mouth and nose when sneezing or coughing.  

  • Disinfect surfaces at home, work, and school.  

  • Use nasal saline rinses to clear congestion.  

  • Wash clothes and bedding in hot water to kill germs.  


Supplements for Immune Support During Illness  



Supporting your immune system with the right supplements during cold and flu season can help reduce the severity and duration of illness. Below are key supplements that can strengthen your body’s defense mechanisms:  


Samahan Tea  

  • Dosage: Drink 3 times daily during illness.  

  • Description: Samahan is an herbal tea containing a blend of 14 traditional Ayurvedic medicinal herbs that are known to support the immune system, reduce inflammation, and relieve symptoms such as coughs, sore throat, and congestion. These include ginger, coriander, black pepper and more.  


Vitamin D3  

  • Dosage: Aim for a blood level around 70 ng/mL for optimal immune support. 

  • Description: Vitamin D3 boosts innate immunity by stimulating antimicrobial peptides and cytokine production. It also prevents dendritic cell maturation and promotes immune balance by controlling macrophage activation.  


Zinc (30 mg)  

  • Dosage: Take 30 mg once a day while sick.

  • Description: Zinc is vital for immune cell function, especially neutrophils and NK cells, helping macrophages engulf pathogens and trigger immune responses. It supports the body's ability to fight off infections and shortens cold symptoms.  


Vitamin C (500-1500 mg)  

  • Dosage: Take 500-1500 mg three times daily during illness.

  • Description: Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that supports white blood cell production and protects cells from oxidative stress. Frequent doses help shorten illness duration, as it is water-soluble and quickly excreted from the body. 


Quercetin 

  • Dosage: Follow recommended dosages on the supplement label.

  • Description: Quercetin is a plant flavonoid that stabilizes 

  • immune cells, reduces histamine release, and protects cells from 

  • free radical damage. It supports immune function and reduces 

  • inflammation, particularly when paired with Vitamin C.  


Probiotics (Biocidin Proflora 4R)  

  • Dosage: Follow recommended dosages on the supplement label.

  • Description: Proflora 4R is a spore-based probiotic that improves gut health, essential for optimal immunity. It helps replenish gut flora after antibiotic use and supports healthy immune responses within hours of consumption.  


Where to Purchase Your Supplements? 


All the supplements mentioned can be ordered online from our Wellness Store (Immune Support Bundle ) for $177.97 and shipped directly to your home. Or, stop in to CCC Health and pick up your bundle for $160 (that's a 10% discount) from our In-House Dispensary. Call our office 484-646-3900 to reserve your bundle!


Please note: Samahan tea is not part of the Immune Support Bundle and it must be ordered separately online from walmart (free shipping $35 or more) or your preferred retailer.  

 
 
 

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