We love fabU Shrooms Immune, with six active ingredients to support your immune system and protect your cells from oxidative stress. The complex contains a concentrated extract of two edible mushrooms, Cordyceps and Chaga, along with vitamin D, vitamin C, copper and zinc, so you can be sure you’re getting everything you need to boost your immune system by taking two capsules daily.
A Vogel’s Enchinaforce Tablets are formulated with Echinacea, a licensed traditional herbal remedy that is perfect for treating cold and flu symptoms. This is suitable for adults and children over the age of 12 and is an easy way to protect your immune system and give it the help it needs to get over a cold or flu bug. Vitamin D supplements are also recommended throughout the winter months when it is harder to get what you need from the sun - especially here in Ireland! We have a range of capsules and sprays that can deliver the vitamin D you need, and we’ll be happy to help you find the best combinations of products for you and your lifestyle.
Your diet has a huge impact on your wellness and eating a wide range of whole foods will help you to keep your immune system in great shape. Avoiding processed foods and sugar wherever possible will help to build up your system and plenty of fruits and vegetables in different colours will provide most of the vitamins and minerals you need. Try to get the whole family involved in cooking new recipes and discover local foraging options to boost your health at different times of the year by eating local, seasonal foods wherever you can.
Exercising is another important factor in immunity, and you should aim to raise your heart rate for at least thirty minutes, three to five times per week for optimum health. It can be helpful to try a new form of exercise or sport that will allow you to develop new social connections as well as new skills, as socialising is also great for your health and well-being. It is also vital to recognise the importance of rest and build breaks into your routine so that you can get the sleep and downtime you need to thrive.
Here at O’Dwyer’s Pharmacy, we know that building up your immune system is the best way to prevent illness and protect yourself all year round. We have a great range of personal care and health care products to help you do this, and we also stock beauty and skin care products you’ll love. Visit us in our friendly store in Cashel and find out more about the services we offer.