Immunity

The immune system is our primary defence against invading pathogens: bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses. A healthy immune system is vital, fully able to respond appropriately with a fast recovery and a return to health.

Common immune disorders can be classified as under-functioning or over-functioning. Under-functioning immunity is usually due to a state of depletion in the body and long-term stress. It’s experienced as frequent infections, slow and incomplete recovery; and a general lack of vitalistic spark. Over-functioning immunity is an overreactive state, typically experienced as allergies and sensitivities to things like pollens, mould, dust and foods. Autoimmune conditions are an increasingly common disorder of overactive immunity.

The full recovery after a period of illness, termed convalescence, is an important and often overlooked aspect of immunity. Not taking the proper time to fully recover can cause chronic low grade infections and a depleted immune response; usually experienced as loss of energy, low grade fevers, sluggishness and feeling “just not right”.

Using a wonderful array of herbal medicines and nutrients, we can support you through colds, flu’s, coughs and other infections in the acute phase; and ensure the full recovery afterwards. We also support long term immunity to build resilience and reduce the frequency of illness; for example through Winter; and address the underlying patterns of seasonal allergies and other immune disorders.

We offer short 20 minute consultations to assist during the acute stage of illness and can arrange postage of medicines to your home.

If you would like personalised support to improve immune resilience and resistance to infections, or to address a long term immune challenge, use the link below to book in a consultation time.