- Sage
Since time immemorial, sage has been used to cleanse the air inside huts and town halls. Little did our ancestors know that, in fact, sage has astonishing antiviral capacity.
In our modern times, we now know and proven that this aromatic herb has the ability to inhibit HIV by preventing the deadly virus from entering target cells. Researchers still don’t know how to apply this in treatments, but test-tubes shows how it interacts with this virus and stops it.
Therefore, start adding this herb into your drinks and foods, as its most therapeutic compounds hide in the leaves and stems of the plant.
- Basil
A 4-week study done on 24 healthy adults showed that supplementing with 300 mg of holy basil extract increased the production of immune cells that protect the body against viral infections. Another test-tube trial showed that basil extracts are effective against herpes viruses, hepatitis B, and enterovirus.
- Oregano
Italians adore this herb and use it in their cuisine extensively. After you see its medicinal properties, you will start doing the same.
Its antiviral compounds are extremely potent against many viruses, including the norovirus, which is the primary cause of stomach flu. Oregano oil also has incredibly therapeutic benefits against respiratory viruses and herpes simplex and rotavirus (the virus, which commonly causes diarrhea in children and infants).
- Sambucus
Four studies showed that supplementing with elderberry significantly reduces upper respiratory symptoms caused by viral infections. The studies had over 180 people participating, and the results were astonishing. This plant is also used to treat viral infections like flu and the common cold. You can find it in elixirs or pills at any health store.
- Licorice
Chinese medicine uses licorice for hundreds of years in treating many virus-related diseases like HIV, RSV, herpes viruses, and SARS-CoV.
Therefore, supplementing with licorice might be an effective way of warding off the newly coronavirus.
- Astragalus
This plant is extremely popular in traditional Chinese medicine. You won’t be surprised after seeing its immune-enhancing and antiviral qualities. Test-tube studies show that astralagus is incredibly effective against herpes viruses, hepatitis C, and avian influenza H9 virus.
- Fennel
A test-tube study proved that fennel extracts can inhibit the effects of herpes viruses and parainfluenza type-3 (PI-3). Plus, fennel extracts boost the immune system and decrease inflammation. All of which are extremely important when combating viral infections.
Were you aware of the properties of these foods?
Are you using other foods to maintain your immune system in healthy parameters?