Building Your Immune System Naturally: Fighting Colds and Flu Without Medicine

Crunchy Stewardship

Are you tired of reaching for the medicine cabinet every time cold and flu season hits? In this episode, Katie and Chrissy explore how to build a robust immune system naturally—the way God designed it to work.

We dive into the science behind immunity, why our obsession with hand sanitizer might be doing more harm than good, and how gut health is the foundation of a strong immune system. Plus, we share practical natural remedies you can use when illness strikes, from bone broth to eucalyptus oil.

In This Episode:

• Why microplastic exposure from contact lenses matters (and Katie's experiment with reversing poor eyesight!)
• How leaky gut syndrome weakens your immune response
• The power of bone broth, raw honey, and organ meats
• Natural remedies: mullein tinctures, eucalyptus oil, and more
• Why sunshine, sleep, and stress management are non-negotiables for immunity

Helpful Resources & Links:

Bone Broth Brands:

• Kettle & Fire: https://www.kettleandfire.com
• Pacific Foods: https://www.pacificfoods.com

Essential Oils & Herbal Remedies:

• Mountain Rose Herbs (quality dried mullein, eucalyptus): https://www.mountainroseherbs.com
• Plant Therapy (quality essential oils): https://www.planttherapy.com

Local & Healthy Food Sources:

• Local Harvest (find farmers markets & local suppliers): https://www.localharvest.org
• Eat Wild (pasture-raised meat directory): https://www.eatwild.com

Further Reading:

• Children's Health Defense measels article: https://childrenshealthdefense.org/defender/latest-measles-outbreaks-result-failed-vaccines-not-failure-to-vaccinate/
• Weston A. Price Foundation (traditional foods & health): https://www.westonaprice.org

Remember: These natural approaches aren't about instantly stopping illness—they're about giving your body the tools it needs to fight effectively and build lasting immunity.

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