Certain herbs are said to have some antiviral action and ability to boost the immune system against viral infections. These include lemon balm, Astragalus, ginger, olive leaf and, of course, garlic.
Please note, there are no known studies at this time demonstrating the effectiveness of any antiviral herbs for Coronavirus (COVID-19). As is the case with any medication or dietary supplement, please consult with a certified healthcare professional to see if herbal medicine is right for you.
This video covers 5 Antiviral Herbs To Fight Off Virus Infections & Boost Immune System that are widely available. For instance, olive leaf extract is said to be a powerful tool in the fight to kill viruses including herpes and the Epstein-Barr virus.
The most important element in olive leaf extract is a compound called, oleuropein. First isolated over 100 years ago, oleuropein is said to improve immune function along with offering powerful antioxidant protection against illness.
An eight-week study of 29 healthy men, found that olive leaf extract changes the response of the white blood cells, called peripheral blood mononuclear cells; and “turned off” the response that causes immune havoc, while “turning on” the response that promotes immune balance.
This is good news when it comes to the COVID-19 virus since it has been found that an over reactive immune response dubbed a ‘cytokine storm,’ can be fatal.One could say that it is better to have a balanced immune response, rather than a hyper immune response.
Antiviral herbs can work to both strengthen the immune system so that your body can protect itself naturally against complications from viruses, as well as offer natural preventative measures in case of an encounter with a virus.
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