for flu, viruses, colds, and the sniffles. What can you do? Here are my easy top 4 preventives for a very healthy Holiday season. #1 Rule : TO KEEP YOURSELF HEALTHY, YOU HAVE TO KEEP YOURSELF HEALTHY! - Elderberry - a natural antiviral. Elderberry helps tame inflammation, lessen stress, and has heart-protective functions. It is recommend to help prevent and ease cold and flu symptoms. (This turbo charges your immune response so it is less likely you get sick) - Vitamin D - a steroid hormone and immune system modulator. Vitamin D helps reduce the expression of inflammatory cytokines. It stimulates potent antimicrobial peptides found in epithelial cells, neutrophylls, and monocytes. It helps production of and increased function of macrophages. (It helps clear out all the invasive junk) - Vitamin A - is a fat-soluble vitamin which enhances immune function and modulates T-helper cells and modulates cytokine production. (This is an immune booster and inflammation fighter) - Vitamin C - supports cellular function and is a powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C helps to clean the bloodstream. Choose a living Vitamin C at 1-3 grams/day if tolerated. (Highly protective for prevention of colds, viruses, and infection). What's your favorite preventative? List it below in the comments.

What’s the absolute best Christmas present? A broken drum — you just can’t beat it! What happens if you eat Christmas decorations? You get tinsel-itis.