Join me in spreading safety, so we can all stay healthy during this pandemic and every flu season. Not just by washing your hands and sanitizing but also by incorporating these cheap, simple hacks into your life. If you prefer watching videos, watch the video to hear me talk about what I discuss below. If you want more information regarding the products I discuss in the video, I list them below.

Why is hand washing and sanitizing such a big deal?

Ten years ago, my big brother had cancer, and I was his caregiver. The doctor explained to me that the majority of cold and flu viruses are spread through the hands. Unfortunately, cancer patients don’t get a cold and flu, they get pneumonia. I haven’t been sick with a cold or flu in over 10 years because I implemented massive hand washing and sanitizing as well as few other cheap tricks. But first, if you don’t know how to properly sanitize your hands, then this video is a MUST WATCH!!! Please note, I am not being paid to advertise this sanitizer. This one is CHI Organic Gardens Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer and was sent to me by my old boss to review, and I love it! But as long as you use a sanitizer with more than 65% alcohol content, then you are killing germs.

GREENS, GREENS, GRRRREENS

On top of creating an impeccable immune system, greens create a youthful, radiant glow. Banish acne, splotchy skin and reduce wrinkles. Grow lustrous hair and strong nails and getting rid of the bloat.

Around ten years ago I stumbled onto The Beauty Detox Solution and learned about how our bodies are designed to be vegetarian. Unfortunately, I couldn’t do it, but I learned the importance of GREENS! So I started drinking them. **Please note that I am not creating ads or receiving compensation for the products in this post. I legitimately love them and use them.

The greens we drink are Greens Superfood Antioxidant Berry flavor by Amazing Grass. It gives you 15,000 ORAC units per serving. You only need about 7,000 per day. This company organically grows and harvests the most nutrient rich greens. Their powerful blend combines 7 alkalizing farm fresh greens, wholesome fresh fruits and veggies plus an antioxidant blend. Basically, I replaced this for the glowing green smoothie.

According to The Beauty Detox Solution, there are over 3,500 scientific studies involving over 15,000 research scientists that report a relationship between the consumption of meats, poultry, eggs and dairy products with numerous health issues like heart disease, cancer, kidney failure, constipation, gout, gall stones, diverticulosis hemorrhoids and osteoporosis. An excellent documentary that talks about living your best life eating plant based foods is The Game Changers on Netflix. Watch the clip here and remember guys that the plant based industry has multiplied so now you can buy almost any meat, plant based.

What does ORAC value mean, and why is it important?

ORAC, or oxygen radical absorption capacity, is the measurement of the free radical fighting strength of an antioxidant. The higher the ORAC value, the more ability it has to reduce oxidative damage to the cells.

How to build your body’s defenses against germs and sickness?

It’s possible to naturally boost your immune system – and easier than you probably think.

Increase vitamin intake

Vitamins B6, C and E are all known for their immune-boosting properties. You can get all of these vitamins from a well-balanced diet. Some foods rich in these vitamins include eggs, bell peppers, spinach and almonds. However, I prefer taking supplements daily, so you know that you got the necessary amount of each one.

If you have high cholesterol, make sure you are taking plenty of fish oil.

Vitamins are important building blocks of the body and help keep you in good health. I always take a one a day multi-vitamin. If it’s flu season or during this coronavirus pandemic, I’m doubling up. Walmart has the Equate brand that’s really cheap.

Calcium and Vitamin D are proven to aid in bone health, so in addition to a multi-vitamin, I also add these, per my gynecologist. Folic Acid is proven to reduce birth defects, take this if you are a woman that intends having children one day.

B vitamins are proven to increase energy and aid in neurological functions. I also add one of these. My doctor recommends taking the Super B Complex.

Magnesium is proven to relax the body. I struggle with anxiety, so this is one of my best friends. You can also add this and potassium with some pink Himalayan sea salt to your water. This makes it electrolyte water, something I drink daily.

Both Vitamin C and Zinc are proven to increase immune function.

Lastly, don’t forget the game changer – probiotics. Probiotics can add back the helpful bacteria and also boost the level of immune cells in the mucous membranes of the intestines. I am obsessed with Renew Life^® Ultimate Flora^™ Women’s Vaginal Probiotic is a potent formula made with 50 billion live cultures from 10 different probiotic strains, including plenty of Lactobacilli to support vaginal health for a woman’s unique needs.

What are some of the tips and tricks you have to boost your immune function? I want to know. Comment below!