From Run-Down to Resilient This Cold and Flu Season

28 Oct From Run-Down to Resilient This Cold and Flu Season

The shift into October means shorter days, cooler temperatures, and the arrival of cold and flu season.

Your immune system works best when inflammation is balanced. While inflammation is a natural tool your body uses to heal, too much of it weakens your defenses, leaving you vulnerable to illness.

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The Inflammation-Immune Connection

Inflammation plays a dual role in health. Short-term inflammation helps the body fight infections. Chronic inflammation, however, keeps the immune system distracted, making it less effective against real threats.

High immune load from toxins, stress, poor diet, and disrupted sleep only adds to the burden, leading to greater susceptibility and slower recovery.

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Clues Your Immune System Is Overloaded

Pay attention to these warning signs:

1. You catch every cold that goes around
   
2. Cuts or infections heal slowly
   
3. Seasonal allergies feel worse than usual
   
4. Energy remains low even after illness has passed

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Functional Testing to Strengthen Defenses

At Thrive Functional Wellness Center, we use advanced testing to uncover the real reasons your immune system is struggling. Examples include:

• White blood cell counts and comprehensive immune panels

• Food sensitivity testing to eliminate hidden inflammatory triggers

• Functional testing to evaluate gut imbalances that weaken immunity

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Daily Habits to Support Immunity and Reduce Inflammation

Strong defenses start with small daily choices:

🌈 Eat the rainbow for phytonutrients and antioxidants

🏃 Stay active with moderate, consistent movement

🛌 Keep a regular bedtime to optimize immune repair

🥬 Support gut health with prebiotics and probiotics

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🛡️ Protect Your Immune System Before Sick Season Peaks 🛡️

📞 Call us at 760-777-4177
📍 Visit us at 78370 Highway 111, Suite 285 – La Quinta, CA
📅 Schedule your Free Discovery Call and book your functional immune testing

Your immune system is your first line of defense. Give it the support it needs this upcoming season.