Klerksdorp Midweek, Klerksdorp - The worst may be over: the fever’s down, the body aches have eased, and you’re finally breathing easier. But whether you’ve just shaken off a nasty summer flu or you’ve been battling seasonal allergies that left you run-down, your body still needs time and care to bounce back. “Even after your flu or allergy symptoms subside, your body is working overtime to repair, recover, and rebuild,” explains Lindie Pretorius, Brand Manager for Linctagon®. “This is where the right nutrients can help as they support your immune system while it’s still regaining strength.”
Summer colds and flu tend to catch people off guard. The winter season is commonly associated with increased viral activity and a greater emphasis on immune health, but the warmer months bring their own set of challenges, from air-conditioned environments that dry out airways to higher allergen counts like pollen, mould and dust.
Pretorius explains that allergies and mild flu-like viruses often have an overlap of symptoms such as fatigue, congestion and sore throats. “This makes post-illness recovery just as important in summer as it is in winter, especially if you’re spending more time outdoors or in fluctuating temperatures.”
Adding nutrients such as Vitamin C, D, and Zinc and a nutrient source such as Pelargonium to your get-better-routine, gives you additional support against the symptoms of the flu:
- Vitamin C is most well-known for fighting off colds, but it is just as important when you are on the mend. It helps reduce lingering inflammation and oxidative stress which are both common in post-viral fatigue and allergy-related exhaustion. It also supports the function of white blood cells, your immune system’s first responders.
- Vitamin D helps regulate your immune response, preventing over-reactions that can prolong recovery or trigger secondary infections often seen after allergy flare-ups or summer colds.
- Zinc is ideal for recovering from inflamed nasal passages or sore throats caused by flu or allergies. It also supports immune cell activity and overall energy levels, helping you feel like yourself again.
- Pelargonium’s antioxidant properties can help to fight the symptoms associated with summer flu and allergies, such as fatigue, congestion and coughing, and also assists in reducing inflammation such as sore throats, sinus pressure and tight chests. Several studies have shown that Pelargonium can help reduce the severity and duration of upper respiratory tract infections when taken early.
Combining the above into your recovery routine gives your body the tools it needs to repair and defend itself, getting you back to your summer plans. Linctagon® C Plus NAC 200 effervescent tablets offers Vitamin C, D, and Zinc and Pelargonium in an efficient and effective way, ideal for post-flu or allergy recovery. The added NAC (N-acetylcysteine) helps thin mucus and support respiratory health, making it easier to breathe after illness.
Flu and allergies don’t take a summer holiday, but with the right support, you can bounce back feeling stronger than ever.
