Immune VIRL
This blend supports the immune system and is a great preventative when the EHV-1 virus has been reported. Horses with herpes may benefit from this blend. This blend is more supportive in viral situations than the other Immune products.
Weaknesses Possibly Supported with this Blend:
horses that have been over vaccinated, vaccinosis
horses with white line or thrush
horses with mastitis or swollen teets
horses with issues from or sensitive to tick bites
horses exposed to viruses
horses that are cinchy
horses that are irritable
horses with clear, white or yellow snot
horses with bumps on the inside of mouth or lips
horses that have body soreness
horses with skin sensitivity, don’t like to be brushed, touched
horses with hypersensitivity
horses being hauled when EHV-1 has been reported
horses that will be traveling start three to five days prior to leaving through and continue for three to five after returning home
new horses brought on to the property along with all other horses in close proximity to the new horse
great support for seasonal changes
Possible Support by Herb:
Astragalus Root - Is an adaptogen meaning helps the body fight off stress and disease. Hailed as a protector against stresses mental and physical providing support to a number of body systems and is an antioxidant.
Supports issues including arthritis, inflammation, kidneys, enhance immune response, cardiovascular system, liver, viral myocarditis, anti-viral, respiratory system, colds and flu.
Echinacea Herb - A powerful immune system stimulator. Prior to 1950 echinacea held an esteemed medicinal status until the introduction of antibiotics. Echinacea herb, the part grown above the ground, contains polysaccharides that are known to trigger immune function. Also supporting issues including viral, flu, bacterial, urinary tract, sinus, upper respiratory tract, colds, inflammation, stomach and entire gastrointestinal tract, eye inflammation, stress and slow healing wounds.
Licorice Root - This antiviral herb is a strong part of the immune system. Having antioxidant, free radicals scavenging, immunostimulating properties. Supports pain issues with its antispasmodic qualities with muscle cramps both abdominal and the muscles. Aids with sore throat and cough greatly as an effective expectorant, helping to loosen and expel mucus that the cough is trying to eliminate and soothing demulcent, anti-inflammatory properties can bring fast relief for sore throat. Excellent support for adrenal fatigue and influenza.
Olive Leaf - Contains many potentially bioactive compounds that have antioxidant, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory and hypoglycemic properties. Oleuropein a primary compound in olive leaf has antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties and also displayed anti-cancer functions when it made tumors in animals regress. Benefits including immune system support, increased energy and promoting healthy blood pressure. Supporting brain function, cognitive function, joints, swelling and pain, ears, urinary tract, dental, skin and candida.
Oregano Leaf - Containing two important compounds, thymol and carvacrol, which possess antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiviral properties. This enables it to delay viral progression and improve resistance to infections. One of the top healthy promoting antioxidant foods with an oxygen radical absorbance capacity (ORAC) with a high score of 159,277. Some of the numerous benefits of consuming foods high in antioxidants they help slow the effects of aging by reducing free radical damage which can contribute to many health issues. Positively effecting the skin, eyes, heart, brain and cells. Also supports immune, digestion, inflammation, allergies, arthritis, and muscles.
Pau D Arco Bark - Rich in lapachol and other antioxidants has displayed biological activity against harmful organisms, the U. S. Department of Agriculture indicates that lapachol is known to be toxic and resistant to nearly all types of harmful organisms. Significantly accelerated the healing of acetic acid induced gastric ulcers in rats by increasing mucus content and cell proliferation. Beta-lapochone present in Pau d’ Arco actually inhibits the enzymes in virus cells, which affect the synthesis of DNA and RNA, the virus is no longer able to take control over the reproductive process of the cell and cannot replicate itself or infect other cells. Also has detoxifying effects on blood vessels, the lymphatic system, cells, tissue and organs. Including heavy metals, pesticides and preservatives allowing the body to function properly. Supporting issues including metastasis, detoxifying, digestive stimulant, arthritic pain, swelling, candida, yeast imbalances, inflammation, antiviral and antifungal properties. Reports of medicinal uses going back to 1873.
Rosemary Leaf - In rosemary there are compounds that can help defend against certain types of harmful bacteria, including those that contribute to infections and help stop bacteria from growing. This herb is good source of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds and bioactive chemicals. Consuming it may help fight oxidative stress and support the immune system. It’s also known to promotes healthy circulation and to defend against inflammation that can lead to pain and having Neuro protective effects along with improve memory, cognitive performance and metabolic benefits.
Sage Leaf - Supporting a variety of issues including swelling, infection, pain relief, ease digestion, curb diarrhea, cycle pain, sore throats, bleeding gums and mouth related ulcers, metabolic support and memory enhancement.
Wheat Grass - Is very helpful in blood building and blood cell issues. Supports the respiratory system including having anti-asthma activities and anti- allergy benefits. It can help cleanse the liver and detoxify the body along with allow fat storing hormone to work better and improve fat storing hormone resistance. Supports ulcers inside and outside the body. Aids the joints and arthritic issues.