Planning a long-overdue vacation or trip to visit family or friends? Taking elderberry extract 10 days before traveling (and continuing for five days after you return) will help you enjoy your trip to the fullest. Australian scientists found that folks who did so when embarking on a flight had 22% fewer respiratory infection symptoms and recovered two days faster than those who didn’t take elderberry. What’s more, a Swedish study found that taking elderberry extract at the first sign of symptoms reduced participants’ flu duration by three days. Credit goes to anthocyanins, which blunt the ability of viruses to invade cells. One to try: New Nordic Elderberry Gummies (NewNordicUSA.com)
The fun to-do that SHARPENS THINKING
Next time your mind feels a little sluggish, hum your favorite tune. The vocal cords are connected to the vagus nerve, a key communication pathway linking the brain and other parts of the body (like the heart, lungs and stomach). Humming creates vibrations that stimulate the nerve, which spurs the release of acetylcholine, a compound that quickly clears away brain fog to sharpen thinking. For an even stronger vibration (and bigger mental boost), open and close your mouth while humming your favorite Motown song.
Great to know! I’m going to be flying to Virginia in a couple of weeks. Thanks
I’m so happy to know about this.My son is an airline pilot and he should be taking the elderberry. Thanks
My mother gave me elderberry tea when I was growing up. Now I know she was on to something.