Herbal Formulas for Cold and Flu Season

    Winter is officially here with the eight inches of snow we got in the big storm yesterday. This is the season when sickness is all around us.  People are eating lots of sugar which affects the immune system.  Unfortunately most people don't stay home when they are sick, so just about anywhere you go you are getting exposed to those nasty germs.

    We have many wonderful formulas to choose from to help you boost your immune system and fight off illness.  I like to stock a variety in my home and trade off every few days, so that my body doesn't become immune to taking the same thing all winter.  Herbs First has formulas that are suitable for the very youngest to the elderly.  Put in your order today so that you will be able to enjoy this wonderful time of year!

Dr. Christopher's Chest Formula can be used as a preventative measure with the first early signs of illness or in later, more advanced stages to break up a cold or fever. It is also recommended as a means to fight off lingering congestion. Works well in treating flu symptoms. Available in capsules.



Dr. Christopher's Cold Season Immune Formula is a famous combination of synergistic herbs which act as an aid to assist in relieving colds, flu, etc., or wherever garlic is needed to help stop infection! Available in capsules.


Dr. Christopher's Echinacea & Goldenseal is formulated to lend support to the body's immune system through its antiviral and antibacterial actions.  It is the perfect combination for any infectious disease, and is especially effective versus colds, flu, and fever.  Available in capsules and extract.



Dr. Christopher's Elderberry extract strengthens the immune system, protects against influenza, an anti-oxidant which helps prevent colds, sore-throat, and fever. Available in extract.


Dr. Christopher's Glandular System Massage Oil and capsules  formula has been used historically with a focus on respiratory ailments, coughs, colds, croup, bronchitis and asthma. Add 60 drops of Garden Essence X-Plague essential oil to the Glandular Massage Oil and rub on throat and bottoms of feet at first indication of illness.  Available in oil and capsules.




Dr. Christopher's Herbal Cough Syrup to help calm and soothe coughs.  Available in syrup.





Dr. Christopher's Immune System Formula: Very effective when taken at the first signs of sickness to stop it in its tracks. Available in capsules.





Dr. Christopher's Kid-e-Mune and Echinacea extract: This formula was designed to enhance the body’s ability to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses.  Available in extract.




Dr. Christopher's Kid-e-Well helps strengthen and assist the immune system of children. It tastes great and has been used traditionally during times of cold and flu. Available in extract.



Dr. Christopher's Lung & Bronchial Formula  is valuable in strengthening and healing the entire respiratory tract. It promotes the discharge of mucous secretions from the bronchopulmonary passages. Top of the list formula for people to take all winter that have lung problems to keep the lungs clear. Available in capsules and extract.



Dr. Christopher's Respiratory Relief Syrup is an excellent syrup for asthma, colds and flu. It is very helpful in expelling mucus from the respiratory system. It can be used for sore throats and mucus. Available in syrup.



Dr. Christopher's Super Garlic Immune Formula is his famous "Anti-Plague" formula. Historically used for immune system support and as an herbal remedy for cold & flu season. Available in extract and syrup.

Western Botanicals Anti-Plague for colds, flu, any infectious illness or "plague".  Not for the timid, only for those wanting "Strong Medicine".  Capsules are a great option for people that can't handle the taste.  Available in capsules and syrup


Western Botanicals Echinacea Combination is a powerful immune stimulant which contains two different varieties of Echinacea.  Echinacea has been scientifically proven to stimulate the immune system, reduce inflammation, destroy harmful bacteria and speed wound healing. Available in extract and syrup.

Western Botanicals Echinacea and Goldenseal is unparalleled in its ability to boost the immune system and assist in fighting infections. Use this combination and you can feel its strength. This product is simple, direct and very potent. Available in capsules, extract and syrup.

Western Botanicals Flu and Virus Formula is both anti-viral and anti-bacterial. To be used at the first sign of a cold or flu as well as when you are in the thick of it. Contains four of the most common herbs used for combating the ills brought on by winter weather. Available in capsules and syrup.

Western Botanicals Herbal Cough Syrup/Throat Spray is an effective cough suppressant and expectorant. Herbal Cough Syrup will help settle a cough while facilitating a faster recovery. Available in syrup and spray.


Western Botanicals Herbal Super Tonic helps boost the body's natural abilities to overpower bad bacteria, viruses and harmful organisms including Candida. While it helps chase away the unwanted organisms, it protects the good intestinal flora. Available in capsules and extract.


Western Botanicals Immune Boost Formula strengthens the immune system to better fight off viruses, and infections. Immune Boost increases the number of immune cells in the body. Available in capsules, extract and syrup.


Western Botanicals Immune Tea boosts, tones and strengthens the immune system. Can be used to prevent or to fight the effects of viral infections including colds and flu.  Available in tea.


Western Botanicals Lungs Plus Formula relieves lung congestion, soothes coughs and eases breathing. This formula has been shown to dilate the bronchial passages and loosen mucus and phlegm so it can be expelled from the lungs. Available in extract.



Western Botanicals Nature's 'C' Complex natural vitamin C from a whole food-based source for better absorption. Available in capsules.


Western Botanicals Very Berry Tea is a berry lovers dream! This blend of Red raspberry, Hibiscus, Elder berry, and Cranberries is a delicious immune building tea. Available in tea.

I hope you enjoy using these formulas as much as I do!
Kathryn

Little herb kit comes in handy when you need it!

    It doesn’t matter how big or how small of a trip we are taking, I always worry more about if I have enough herbs with me than about any other item I may have forgotten.  It makes me happy when I need a certain formula and I dig through my bag of herbs I put together and am able to find what I need.  Our little four day weekend getaway to Colorado was no exception, I always end up using some of the herbs.  Learn more about what is in this little kit.

    As usual when we travel as hard as I try I often end up with bladder symptoms.  I drink lots of water, but it still happens quite often.  I had the Cranberry-Buchu which usually works, but was not doing the job for me this time.  I decided I needed an Infection Fighter and looked through hoping I had some Infection Formula.  I didn’t.  I almost panicked but kept looking and I had Anti-Plague capsules, so I took some of those.  Within an hour I could tell that was a good choice because the symptoms calmed right down.  I’m staying on it for a few days to make sure I get the job done.

    My husband and I went on a tubing trip down the San Juan river and were both amazed at how much we ended up using our arms to maneuver around.  We had a blast and went down twice and by the end of the second run I was pretty tired.  We had to hike back to the rental shop carrying the tubes, which worked our arm muscles even more. That night as we went to bed we took Kava Kava from our little supply.  Kava Kava is a muscle relaxant that helps when you have overworked your muscles.  It did a good job because when we got up in the morning we had no pain.  I love Kava Kava because it is so relaxing it helps you have a good night’s sleep with none of the side-effects of the medications on the market. Herbs are so great like that and we got two for one relief - releiving muscles and a good nights sleep.  What could be better than that?

    I was cleaning my office the other day and came across five of the ailment CD’s that have been out of stock for a very long time.  It seems that the FDA is requiring Christopher’s to edit it down a bit - as in not giving so much healing information for the herbs.  Don’t you love how the FDA is protecting you??  I do not know when or if we will have it available again, but while supplies last, get a free ailment CD with a $200.00 order.  Just put in the coupon code of AilmentCD and we will include it with your order. In this CD you can search herbal healing programs for many ailments and learn how to treat yourself with Dr. Christopher's Original Herbal Formulas and single herbs.  It also includes many video clips of Dr. Christopher teaching some of his healing programs, making this a very valuable gift.  Please note that the cart will only accept one coupon code per order.  

    I love using herbs to treat myself and my family.  We are not having a health care crisis at our house!  It feels great to know what to do to take care of ourselves and to have the herbs on hand when we need them!
You can order online or call in your order at 801-228-1901

Save Money Using Bulk Single Herbs

Bulk single herbs are 10% off for the rest of the month and you might be thinking, big deal, what kind of a sale is that? The first thing you have to know is that there is very little markup on the bulk herbs, so an extra 10% helps. The second thing is that these are of the best quality that you are going to find on the market. Western Botanicals asks us not to list if they are organic or wild crafted, because the availability changes from time to time. Overall, most of the bulk herbs are organic. If organic is not available then they get the next best thing which is wild crafted which is just about as good as organic. We have had excellent feedback from customers concerning the quality of the bulk herbs, so you know you are getting the best that you can for the money.

About 90% of the herbs that we sell are the prepared herbs and for most people that is what they want. But for people that really want/need to save money, buying bulk herbs and making your own herbal preparations can really save you a lot of money. Bulk herbs can be used to make your own formulas, extracts, ointments, oils, teas, fomentations and more. If you have a favorite tea you like to drink that is a single herb, buy it in bulk and save because you pay a lot for those little tea bags.

I was taking an order recently and the customer wanted the Super Garlic Immune Formula and they mentioned that they had a friend that was recommending it. I asked if she had ever tasted it because it is about the worst tasting thing I have ever eaten. It gets better over time though, I can take it down without much problem, but I worry about people getting it and not knowing beforehand. Then she asked if it is available in capsules, w

hich it is, from Western Botanicals as Anti Plague. She said that her friend just gets the dry ingredients and makes her own capsules. I thought that was a great idea, so on the Mix Your Own Formula page I have added an Anti-Plague kit in powder form adding the Garlic Powder to make it complete. Buy one of each item, mix them together and you

have saved a lot of money to get a great formula for colds, flu, virus and over all immune support.

You can capsulize about 1500 ‘0’ capsules or 1000 ‘00’ capsules out of a pound of powdered herbs. The Anti-Plague kit makes three pounds of powder, so to compare with Western Botanicals bottled Anti Plague you would spend $65.58 for 3 lbs. of powder and $99.75 for 5000 ‘0’ vegicaps for a total of $165.33 and a good amount of work you could make the equivalent of about 38 prepared bottles of Anti-Plague capsules that would cost $566.96 plus shipping. If you decided to do this, you really need to capsulize them right away, because that keeps them from oxydizing and they should be fine if you use them in 5 to 10 years stored in a cool dry place. We have a great little capsule machine and I find that it works better with the vegicaps.

In the cup I have

my fresh squeezed orange juice, Jurassic Green, Maca Root, Ginkgo, Herbal Calcium and Acai Berry powder that I mix with a great stick blender. This is what I drink every morning. I recently added the Maca Root which I learned is an adaptogen that regulates and supports endocrine health. Maca helps the metabolism, energy levels, growth, sexual development and the sense of well being and attitude. Ginkgo helps brain function. Acai Berry is high in antioxidants to keep the immune system strong. The Herbal Calcium is from the Mix Your Own Formula as Calc Tea page, which makes 3.5 lbs of powder that will last my husband and I about six months for a cost of $48.00.

The Herbal Preparations and Natural Therapies DVD & book is a great way to learn how to make your own herbal products. I have a great sense of accomplishment when I able able to make some of the herbals that my family uses. I wish I had this when I started making my own

preparations, it is great to be able to step by step learn from the DVD vs. reading just from a book and trying to figure out what they are talking about. This set would be a great gift item for the coming holidays.