It is always important to support your Immune system, however with the winter period it is of particular importance to give your body the support it needs now and during the next few months.

Supporting the Immune System involves a health-promoting lifestyle, stress management, exercise, diet and the appropriate use of nutritional supplements and herbal medicines.

Tea to Boost the Immune System

Lemon and Ginger Tea:

1oz of fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced

1 pint of water

Squeeze of lemon juice

Manuka honey to taste (Optional)

Place the root ginger in a pan with the water. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add lemon juice and sweeten with honey to taste. Drink hot.