Fight Cold and Flu Season with Natural Remedies from the Apothecary at Heinen’s
The following article was written by Heinen’s Chief Dietitian, Melanie Jatsek RD, LD. Please consult your healthcare provider before adding a new homeopathic product to your wellness regimen.
I’m embarrassed to admit this, but up until a few months ago, I thought an apothecary had something to do with the likes of Harry Potter. It was just plain foreign to me!
Then I had a conversation with one of Heinen’s knowledgeable Wellness Consultants, and he explained that an apothecary is just another word for a shop or collection of homeopathic solutions to remedy everyday ailments and support overall health.
With this newfound knowledge, I realized I already had the beginnings of a mini-apothecary in my home medicine cabinet, which includes homeopathic remedies for cold and flu season and all the symptoms that go along with it.
As a Heinen’s shopper, you’ve probably walked right by our array of solutions designed to help you holistically manage conditions ranging from seasonal allergies to the common cold. Yes, Heinen’s has its very own apothecary situated in our beautifully designed Wellness Departments!
In this post, I share a specific subset of products from the Apothecary at Heinen’s to help you manage and potentially shorten the duration and severity of the common cold and flu, without the unfavorable side effects that may come with synthetic, over-the-counter medicines.
I’ve come to personally rely on these products because they are so effective. Now my medicine cabinet (i.e. mini-apothecary) is always stocked and ready to meet these illnesses head on.
Natural Cold and Flu Remedies from the Apothecary at Heinen’s
Boiron Belladonna relieves high fevers of sudden onset with profuse sweating. Similarly, it can be used for headaches with head congestion. The pellets melt in your mouth and can be taken on-the-go, no food or water needed.
Boiron Chestal® Honey combines homeopathic medicines that traditionally treat different types of coughs with the goodness of real honey to soothe the throat. This multi-symptom cough syrup loosens chest congestion with no worry of interaction with other medications.
Boiron ColdCalm® targets specific cold symptoms at the onset, established, and resolution stages of the common cold. These non-drowsy meltaway tablets are easy to take at the first sign to relieve sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, and minor sore throat pain.
Boiron Oscillococcinum® reduces the duration and severity of flu-related symptoms such as body aches, headache, fever, chills, and fatigue. Easy to take, the slightly sweet pellets dissolve under the tongue and are recommended for everyone ages two and up
Gaia® Herbs Cough Syrup works holistically within the body to support respiratory and immune health when you’re not feeling like yourself. Gaia Herbs cough syrup is formulated with honey, South African geranium, black elderberry, and ivy leaf. It also includes eucalyptus, pine, and thyme essential oils to soothe your senses.
Herb Pharm Rapid Immune Boost™ is a lifesaver when your immune system is under attack—think airplane full of sneezing passengers! This travel-friendly liquid extract is formulated with immune-boosting ingredients like echinacea, goldenseal, horseradish, elderberry, and more! Adult dosage is one squeeze of the dropper bulb mixed with two ounces of water or juice, two to five times per day.
T-Relief ReBoost™ Breathe Easy Nasal Spray offers natural relief from stuffy nose, headache, congestion, runny nose, sneezing, and sinus pressure in a non-drowsy, steroid-free, non-habit-forming way.
Wedderspoon™ Organic Manuka Honey Drops can help soothe your throat with ingredients like organic manuka honey from New Zealand and bee propolis, which is most often used to boost the immune system. These drops are gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and GMO-free. Do not take if you are allergic to bees.
Key Takeaway
It’s not a question of if you’ll get hit with a cold or flu bug, but rather when that day will come. Don’t leave it to chance! Today is the perfect day to get ahead of these illnesses by starting your very own home apothecary. Stock up on one or more of the above solutions in Heinen’s Wellness Department and while you’re there, introduce yourself to our friendly Wellness Consultants. They are a wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things homeopathic and truly care about your wellbeing. Cheers to good health!
Please consult your healthcare provider before adding a new homeopathic product to your wellness regimen.
