One serving (1 tsp) of RxOmega-3 FactorsTM provides 1500 mg of EPA and 750 mg of DHA Omega-3 fatty acids. RxOmega-3 FactorsTM liquid oil has a pleasant orange flavor and is also available in softgel capsules.

Take the liquid over the softgel because it goes directly into your blood stream and you get the benefits much quicker then through a softgel.

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Your digestive system, immune system, bloodstream, liver, kidneys, spleen and pancreas, as well as your ability to see, think, feel and breathe, all depend on enzymes. All of the minerals and vitamins you eat, and all of the hormones your body produces need enzymes in order to work properly. In fact, enzymes govern every single metabolic function in your body: your stamina, energy level, ability to utilize vitamins and minerals, immune system and more. The vast majority of metabolic enzymes in the body – the enzymes that regulate everything from liver function to the immune system – are proteases, or proteolytic enzymes, which regulate protein function in the body. When we eat foods that are enzyme dead (cooked or processed), we force the body to divert its production of enzymes away from proteolytic enzymes, which govern metabolic functions, into digestive proteolytic enzymes designed to break down dead proteins in our diets. The consequences of this’diversion are enormous. Conversely, the benefits of supplementing with proteolytic enzymes are profound. And by supplementing, I mean:

Supplementing with “digestive” proteolytic enzymes at meals to ease the burden on the body, so it no longer has to divert its resources.

Supplementing with “special” proteolytic enzymes between meals, so the enzymes can enter the bloodstream and augment the proteolytic functions of our metabolic enzymes.

It’s possible to use good-quality digestive enzymes for both functions and receive a significant amount of benefit. But it’s far more beneficial to use formulas that are optimized for each particular function. With that in mind, let’s now look at some of the profound benefits of supplementing with a dedicated proteolytic formula. These include:

• Reducing inflammation: Inflammation is a natural response of the body to injury. However, excessive inflammation retards the healing process. Proteolytic enzymes reduce inflammation by neutralizing the biochemicals of inflammation (i.e., bradykinins and pro-inflammatory eicosanoids) to levels at which the synthesis, repair and regeneration of injured tissues can take place.1 Reducing inflammation can have immediate impact on improved heart health, cancer prevention and recovery, and Alzheimer’s prevention. It also helps speed up recovery from sprains, strains, fractures, bruises, contusions, surgery and arthritis. In one study, football players who suffered from ankle injuries found that proteolytic enzyme supplements accelerated healing and got the players back on the field 50 percent faster than athletes who received placebo tablets. (My son and I would be great examples of that.)  Achilles heel injury and PCL injury healed much faster then any other patient they had in their office.

  Other trials have shown that supplemental proteolytic enzymes can help reduce inflammation, speed healing of bruises and other tissue injuries (including fractures), and reduce overall recovery time when compared to athletes taking a placebo. And even in patients recovering from facial and various reconstructive surgeries, treatment with proteolytic enzymes significantly reduced swelling, bruising and stiffness compared to placebo groups

• Cleansing the blood of debris: Proteolytic enzymes are the primary tools the body uses to “digest” organic debris in the circulatory and lymph systems. Supplementing merely improves the effectiveness of the process.
• Dissolving fibrin in the blood, reducing the risk of clots: Certain specialized proteases such as nattokinase are extremely effective at improving the “quality” of blood cells, optimizing the ability of blood to flow through the circulatory system, and reducing the risk of clots.8 This is extremely important in reducing the risk of stroke. It also makes using proteolytic enzymes during long plane flights a no-brainer, as they minimize the potential of blood clots in the legs.
• Maximized immune system: The primary vehicle the immune system uses for destroying invaders is enzymes. Macrophages, for example, literally digest invaders with proteolytic enzymes. Supplementation significantly improves the ability of your immune system to do its job.
• Killing of bacteria, viruses, molds and fungi: Bacteria, viruses, molds and fungi are protein/ amino acid-based. Proteolytic enzymes taken between meals literally go into the bloodstream and digest these invaders.
• Elimination of autoimmune diseases: Large undigested proteins make their way into the bloodstream and form circulating immune complexes (CICs), which trigger allergies and autoimmune diseases. Supplemental proteolytic enzymes clean CICs out of the body, thereby reducing allergies and autoimmune conditions. In addition, this helps with sinusitis and asthma.
• Dissolving of scar tissue: Scar tissue is made of protein. Proteolytic enzymes can effectively “digest” scar tissue – particularly in the circulatory system.
• And finally, a properly designed supplemental proteolytic enzyme formula can help reduce the symptoms of MS, clean out the lungs and aid in detoxing.

  The vast majority of metabolic enzymes in the body – the enzymes that regulate everything from liver function to the immune system – are proteases, or proteolytic enzymes, which regulate protein function in the body.
  

Zymactive, Repair, ViraStop are all examples of supplements that have Proteoloytic Enymes.

Why Use Nasaline?

Nasaline is a unique, patented, drug-free nasal irrigation system designed by a team of Swedish ear, nose, and throat specialists. With the simple use of saline solution, Nasaline effectively washes away unwanted mucous, crusty secretions or allergens and provides relief from symptoms associated with allergies, colds, or the flu. After a prolonged stay in dry, dusty, or smoky environments, Nasaline cleans and soothes the nasal passages, reducing nasal irritation and moistening the mucous membranes.

Nasaline is also prescribed for the following:

* Prevention of sinus related infections.
* Drug-free relief from pregnancy congestion.
* Follow up treatment to sinus or nose surgery.
* Relief from symptoms associated with nose polyps or after the excessive
use of cold medicines such as nose sprays and drops.

What makes Nasaline unique?

Nasaline is a patented system that consists of a 2 oz. syringe and a silicone tip. The silicone tip was designed to fit most noses in such a way as to completely seal the nostril opening. The channel inside the tip is formed in the shape of an hourglass, producing a gentle swirl stream when the saline solution enters the nose. The silicone tip does not contain latex and is safe for direct contact with the skin.

Nasaline has many advantages:

* Easy to use
* Gentle and comfortable
* User controls the flow
* Easy to clean
* Can be used repeatedly as necessary
* Practical and durable

Nasaline here is a video that will help
http://www.squipusa.com/Nasaline/nas_video.html

Put a 2 drops of goldenseal in the warm water ( only two drops) very little you need in the water.

Take these two supplements 3 times a day
Vitamin C
Zinc

Put on a humidifier for moisture.

Massage your sinus in the shower.

Foundation Supplements. There are three products from Natural Factors that I think are critical in supporting good health:

• MultiStart (age and gender specific multiple vitamin and mineral formulas). Follow label instructions.
• Enriching Greens – a great tasting “greens drink” containing highly concentrated “greens” like chlorella, spirulina, wheat grass juice, barley grass juice, etc., and herbal extracts. Take one serving (one tablespoon) in 8 ounces of water daily.
• RxOmega-3 Factors – A true pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplement. For asthma, take five capsules daily. This dosage will provide 2,000 mg of EPA and 1,000 mg of DHA.

Magnesium deficiency plays a major role in many cases of asthma. Magnesium deficiency makes the bronchial airways more prone to spasm. Take an additional 150 to 250 mg of magnesium three times per day. Magnesium bound to aspartate, citrate, and malate is preferred to magnesium bound to oxide because of better absorption.

Lung, Bronchial, and Sinus Health from Natural Factors is designed to provide key nutrients and herbal extracts for healthy airways. For example, it provides N-acetylcysteine (NAC) – a derivative of the naturally occurring amino acid cysteine. NAC directly splits the sulfur linkages of mucoproteins thereby reducing viscosity of bronchial and lung secretions. As a result it improves bronchial and lung function, reduces cough, and improves oxygen saturation in the blood. Adults and children over 12 years of age: One tablet three to four times daily. Children 6 to 12 years of age: One tablet up to three times daily. Not recommended for children under six years of age unless recommended by a physician.

Grape seed or pine bark extract contain flavonoids known as procyanidolic oligomers (PCOs) that exert exceptional antioxidant and free radical scavenging activity. Take 300 to 600 mg of PCOs daily if you have asthma.

Additional recommendations:

Here is an important recommendation that I have found useful in helping asthmatics reduce their exposure to airborne allergens, such as pollen, dander, and dust mites. I tell them to remove dogs, cats, carpets, rugs, upholstered furniture, and other surfaces from their house where allergens can collect is a great first step. If this can’t be done entirely, then I stress to them the importance of making sure that the bedroom is as allergy-proof as possible. Encase the mattress in an allergen-proof plastic; wash sheets, blankets, pillowcases, and mattress pads every week in hot water with additive- and fragrance-free detergent; consider using bedding material made from Ventflex, a special hypoallergenic synthetic material; and install an air purifier. The best mechanical air purifiers are HEPA (high-efficiency particulate arresting) filters, which can be attached to central heating and air-conditioning systems. These units are available from suppliers of heating and air-conditioning units.
What causes asthma?

Asthma has typically been divided into two major categories: extrinsic and intrinsic. Extrinsic, or atopic, asthma is generally considered an allergic condition, with a characteristic increase in levels of serum IgE-the allergic antibody. Intrinsic asthma is associated with a bronchial reaction that is due not to allergy, but rather to such factors as toxic chemicals, cold air, exercise, infection, and emotional upset. Both extrinsic and intrinsic factors trigger the release of chemicals like histamine that mediate (produce or control) inflammation from mast cells-specialized white blood cells that reside in various body tissues, including the lining of the respiratory passages. The rate of asthma in the United States is rising rapidly, especially among children. Reasons often given to explain the rise in asthma include: increased stress on the immune system due to greater chemical pollution in the air, water, and food; earlier weaning and earlier introduction of solid foods to infants; food additives; and genetic manipulation of plants, resulting in food components with greater allergenic tendencies.

Quercetin is a powerful antioxidant. Many flavonoids, including quercetin, can act as aromatase inhibitors.

Quercetin, as a flavonoid, has been shown in lab studies to have blunt the effects of IgE mediated reactions and perhaps have anti histamine effects.

Quercetin, a naturally occurring, powerful antioxidant found in red grapes, red wine, red apples, green tea and broccoli, appears to be one of the first plant compound proven in a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial to reduce susceptibility to viral illnesses.

Why Use It: Quercetin’s anti-histamine action may help to relieve allergic symptoms and asthma symptoms. The anti-inflammatory properties may help to reduce pain from disorders such as arthritis. Men who are concerned about prostate problems would also benefit from quercetin. Quercetin may also help reduce symptoms like fatigue, depression and anxiety.

I personally take this as well as my sons. We take the liquid version of Quercetin, two dropper’s full under the tongue so that it immidately goes into the blood stream and has the quickest effect.

This has been great for seasonal allergies.

I use the brand Source Natural. They also have a supplement that is in the pill form as well.

http://www.sourcenaturals.com/search/?terms=quercetin

If you can’t find it locally you can get it at vitamin shoppe http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/store/en/browse/sku_detail.jsp?id=SR-1144 

The other version is called

Bio-Aligned Formula™ – Aller-Response™

Seasonal Immune Support

Quercetin, Ginkgo & Synephrine

Aller-Response™ is a bio-aligned that provides systemic support for the sinuses, lungs, and immune system. Aller-Response features quercetin, which has demonstrated the ability to inhibit the release of histamines, according to human cell culture studies. The formula contains powerful herbs, including ginger, ginkgo biloba, amla, and andrographis, which have been used traditionally for lung, bronchial, and immune health. Vitamins A and C, along with Zinc, provide additional immune support.

Nature’s Nutrition carries it if you can’t find it locally http://www.affordable-natural-supplements.com/1209.html

Kold Kare
Mucinex
Vitamin C
Flaxseed Oil
Oil of Oregano
Anti V
Humidifier
In my experience myself and my family has found this herb Guaifenesin very helpful when we are sick with bronchitis. I also find a product called Kold Kare is also good to take when you are sick.
My son also takes Kold Kare during allergy season so that he doesn’t have any allergy symtoms.
The boys take this on their own when they are starting to get a cold. They know this ’stuff’ really works.
Kold Kare is bacteriostatic and virostatic which means it fights bacterial and viral infections.
Traditional cold medicine doesn’t help ‘heal’ you of your cold it just masks it and sometimes does more harm then good.

Here is something that probably a lot of people don’t realize that Guaifenesin is the ingredient in Mucinex and Robitussin. It is technically an ‘herb’ as it is derived from the guaiac tree.

Guaifenesin (IPA: [gwaɪˈfɛnəsɪn]) is an expectorant drug usually taken orally to assist the expectoration (”bringing up”) of phlegm from the airways in acute respiratory tract infections. Similar medicines derived from the guaiac tree were in use as a generic remedy by Native Americans when explorers reached North America in the 1500s, but guaifenesin was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1952. It is sold as pills or syrups under several brand names such as Guai-Aid, GuaiLife, Ethex 208, Humibid, Mucinex, and Robitussin. It is also included in many over-the-counter cough and cold remedies.

Kold Kare
http://www.karenherbs.com/kold_kare.htm

KOLD KARE® , Cold, Flu, Sinusitis & Allergy Relief – Andrographis paniculata, the active ingredient in KARE-N-HERBS exclusive KOLD KARE , has proven to be an effective prophylactic against the common cold, flu and sinusitis. Double-blind clinical study has proven that recovery from fever and cold is faster with Andrographis paniculata. The active principle of Kold Kare tablets is bacteriostatic and virostatic, reducing tiredness by 30%, shivering by 50%, sore throat by 40%, muscular ache by 48%, and sinus pain and headache by 30% in comparison to control groups who took placebos. Kold Kare is a natural herbal dietary supplement that acts naturally against colds, flu, allergies and acute uncomplicated sinusitis. Formulated exclusively from the natural shrub Andrographis paniculata, used in China and India as a natural defense against respiratory diseases and irritation and general side effects. At the first sign of a cold, take 4 tablets per day for 6 days. If you have a cold already, take 4 tablets a day for 10 days. To prevent cold, take 2 tablets twice daily. To help sinusitis problems, take 2 to 4 tablets every day.