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TBB plus, our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, contains artemisia annua, andrographis paniculata, polyporus umbellatus, grape seed, grapefruit seed and garlic.

CPN plus is a natural nutritional supplement with specially selected ingredients, based on scientific studies, for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease.

MRG derm is a natural nutritional supplement with ingredients that have been carefully selected based on various scientific studies.

Our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, OPC plus, contains bromelain, grape seed, curcuma and resveratrol.

NAC plus 200 is a carefully selected formula to support a healthy liver and immune system. Highly purified, vegan N-acetylcysteine is combined with choline, vitamin C and riboflavin.

Our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, DTC plus, contains chlorella, stinging nettle, bilberry, cranberry, lingonberry, artichoke, sage, wild garlic and curcuma.

This is an herbal blend of different extracts that can be given either in addition to the Lyme Plus Protocol supplements or on its own.

Energy plus, our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, contains lactobacteria, phosphatidylcholine, L-carnitine, coenzyme Q10, phosphatidylserine, NADH, L-tyrosine, L-arginine, Vitamin C and Vitamin B5.

High-dose probiotic with at least 12 billion bacteria and 8 different strains per capsule. Complemented by psyllium husks, riboflavin and folic acid in an enteric capsule.

APP plus, our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, contains artemisia annua, monolaurine, rosemar and black pepper.

A combination of herbal extracts to support the treatment of parasitic diseases such as Morgellons Disease.

Contains a combination of vitamins, minerals, mitochondrially active secondary plant substances, coenzyme Q10 and L-carnitine for mitochondrial support.

G.I. plus is a carefully balanced combination of myrrh, chamomile and frankincense extract with the amino acid L-glutamine. Supplemented with biotin to maintain a healthy (intestinal) mucous membrane and zinc to support the immune system.

TBB plus, our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, contains artemisia annua, andrographis paniculata, polyporus umbellatus, grape seed, grapefruit seed and garlic.

APP plus, our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, contains artemisia annua, monolaurine, rosemar and black pepper.

This is an herbal blend of different extracts that can be given either in addition to the Lyme Plus Protocol supplements or on its own.

MRG derm is a natural nutritional supplement with ingredients that have been carefully selected based on various scientific studies.

Contains a combination of vitamins, minerals, mitochondrially active secondary plant substances, coenzyme Q10 and L-carnitine for mitochondrial support.

High-dose probiotic with at least 12 billion bacteria and 8 different strains per capsule. Complemented by psyllium husks, riboflavin and folic acid in an enteric capsule.

NAC plus 200 is a carefully selected formula to support a healthy liver and immune system. Highly purified, vegan N-acetylcysteine is combined with choline, vitamin C and riboflavin.

Our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, DTC plus, contains chlorella, stinging nettle, bilberry, cranberry, lingonberry, artichoke, sage, wild garlic and curcuma.

CPN plus is a natural nutritional supplement with specially selected ingredients, based on scientific studies, for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease.

A combination of herbal extracts to support the treatment of parasitic diseases such as Morgellons Disease.

Energy plus, our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, contains lactobacteria, phosphatidylcholine, L-carnitine, coenzyme Q10, phosphatidylserine, NADH, L-tyrosine, L-arginine, Vitamin C and Vitamin B5.

Our nutritional supplement for the supportive treatment of Lyme disease, OPC plus, contains bromelain, grape seed, curcuma and resveratrol.

G.I. plus is a carefully balanced combination of myrrh, chamomile and frankincense extract with the amino acid L-glutamine. Supplemented with biotin to maintain a healthy (intestinal) mucous membrane and zinc to support the immune system.

5. December 201927. November 2019 by makewell

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This article is intended for customers from all countries other than Germany*

One of the most important systems we have in our bodies is the immune system. By fighting off infection and working to keep us healthy, it’s a vital part of battling illness. People with chronic conditions such as Lyme disease have to take even better care of their immune systems to ensure that their immunity doesn’t become compromised. Even benign colds or a standard flu can wreak havoc on the health of a person living with a chronic illness. So, what things influence the immune system? There’s actually a whole range of factors that affect immunity – and some might be a little surprising. Read on to learn more about the surprising factors that can influence the immune system.

What things affect the immune system?

If you find yourself wondering what things influence immunity, here’s a rundown of some factors that could be affecting your health.

1. Feeling negative emotions

Negative emotions can play a huge part in our overall wellbeing. They can also significantly impact our immune system. Feelings of loneliness, depression and grief are often linked to a compromised immune system. One of the most damaging negative emotions is stress, which plays a huge role in many people’s lives. Everything from work struggles to busy family life can increase stress, which then creates heightened levels of cortisol (a stress hormone) in the body. Increased cortisol can appear as weight gain, acne, fatigue, muscle weakness, slowed healing, and other symptoms. It can impact our diet, mood, sleep patterns, and activity levels. All of these aspects also mean your immune system could be weakened.

2. Experiencing positive emotions

On the flip side, positive emotions can also affect your immunity – but in a good way. Research has shown that laughing can actually help to activate natural killer defence entities such as Secretory IgA (Immunoglobulin A) levels in saliva, as well as gamma interferons, which measure immune function. Making sure you’re getting plenty of hugs and sunshine can boost your mood along with your immune system. Likewise, positive, relaxing experiences such as massages and meditation can also improve your immunity.

Make Well - washing hands — Image by offthelefteye on Pixabay: Washing your hands frequently can help protect you from germs that can wreck your immune system.

3. Paying attention to cleanliness

When thinking about what things affect immunity, you probably think of the things you do to keep yourself safe from germs. One of the best ways to remain germ-free is to wash your hands often. The Centers for Disease Control in the US recommends 15 seconds of scrubbing your hands with soap in order to get rid of germs after using the bathroom. However, maybe people don’t realise that it’s important to wash your hands at other times too, particularly when you’re at an increased risk of exposure to microbes, such as when you pet a dog or cat, handle money, cough or sneeze.

By washing your hands more frequently, you could be helping your immune system to avoid germs. However, it’s also important to not overdo it completely. Our immune systems develop and flourish properly when we come across germs and then let our immune system fight them off – so don’t get too paranoid about using hand sanitiser constantly or washing your hands excessively.

4. Getting enough sleep

There are so many reasons why sleep is essential for a healthy body (and mind!). The immune system is heavily influenced by the sleep-wake cycles of our circadian rhythms. Studies have shown that when we sleep, we have decreased levels of cortisol. We need some cortisol in our systems to keep up immune function. While we sleep, we have signals that activate the immune system. Without proper sleep, those signals can become lessened. Most adults need about seven to eight hours of sleep at night in order to function at an optimal level.

5. Getting too much or not enough exercise

Being physically active is essential to a healthy lifestyle. It helps our cardiac system, lowers blood pressure, keeps our weight down, and protects against lots of different diseases. Getting enough exercise helps your immune system by promoting good circulation (which allows the immune system to do its job well). On the other hand, if you’re getting too much exercise, you could actually be harming your immune system. Intense exercise seems to produce certain hormones that temporarily lower immunity. Plus, with additional cortisol and adrenaline in your body, your blood pressure and cholesterol levels could rise. This, in turn, can actually work to suppress your immune system. This means that physical activity should be done in moderation. Make sure to still be active, but not to push yourself or overdo it.

Make Well - mushrooms — Image by Harshal S. Hirve on Unsplash: Eating foods filled with vitamin D can help boost your immune system.

6. Eating immune-friendly foods

Having a balanced diet is also key to living as healthily as you can. There are many foods that boost the immune system (which is why that old wives’ tale about eating citrus or chicken soup when you have a cold does have some truth to it!).

Shiitake mushrooms or vitamin D mushrooms: Vitamin D is excellent for boosting the immune system.
Parsnips, onions, carrots, and black salsify: These root vegetables are all high in vitamin C.
Citrus: Fruits like oranges, grapefruit, tangerines, lemons, limes and clementines have lots of vitamin C to help fight off infections.
Bell peppers: These have twice as much vitamin C as citrus does!
Broccoli and spinach: These are both packed with lots of nutritious vitamins.
Yoghurt: The live active cultures in yoghurt stimulate the immune system and fight off disease, as well as provide the body with vitamin D.
Almonds: Nuts offer vitamin E, which helps the immune system thrive.
Turmeric: Works as an anti-inflammatory.
Green tea: Has lots of antioxidants and high levels of EGCG, an antioxidant that enhances immune function.
Poultry: Chicken soup really can help you feel better! Poultry can improve symptoms of a cold because it’s high in vitamin B-6 (which can also help form new, healthy red blood cells).
Shellfish: Foods like crab, clams, lobster and mussels are all full of zinc, which can boost immune function.

As long as you’re paying attention to the above factors, you can always take care of your immune system and work to become the healthiest version of yourself!

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*This article is intended for customers from all countries other than Germany which has specific requirements which can be found on our German website: www.makewell.de.

2. December 201927. November 2019 by makewell

This article is intended for customers from all countries other than Germany*

Lyme disease is currently reaching epidemic levels across the globe, causing doctors, scientists and politicians to sound the alarm. There are 30,000 cases reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) each year in the US; however, many estimate that the true number of infections may be ten times this amount (that’s 300,000!). In the UK, there are currently 2,000–3,000 annual reported cases with real numbers estimated at closer to 8000, and while official figures in Europe suggest 85,000 cases of Lyme, research from Germany’s BCA-lab suggests that there could be 100,000 cases in Germany alone and over two million in Western Europe.

With the seemingly exponential growth in Lyme infections, now is a good idea to familiarise yourself with the disease, how it’s transmitted, its symptoms and treatment plans for patients who have contracted the illness.

What Is Lyme Disease?

Lyme disease is caused by the body’s immune reaction to an infection brought on by the Borrelia Burgdorferi bacteria, which is spread to humans through bites from infected ticks.

The chance of developing Lyme disease from a tick bite ranges from 0–50% and depends on the type of tick, where in the world the bite occurred, and how long the tick was attached. Even if you live in a low-tick-risk area, it’s important to take preventive measures when out in traditional tick habitats (like the woods or long grass), and check yourself thoroughly afterward. If you have been bitten by a tick and develop the tell-tale bullseye rash on your skin, you should get straight to a doctor for testing and possible treatment.

The Difference Between Acute And Chronic Lyme Disease

Acute Lyme disease will usually present with symptoms between three and 30 days after a tick bite. This stage is much easier to spot, with obvious reactions like the bullseye rash and flu-like symptoms. If caught in the acute stage, Lyme is usually easily treatable with a short course of antibiotics.

Other less-common symptoms of acute Lyme can include widespread chronic pain, facial paralysis, joint swelling and arthritis. It’s important to note any symptoms that may be traced back to a tick bite.

As ‘Lyme literacy’ is not yet widespread throughout the public or even medical community, Lyme can often be left untreated; this can move patients through to the chronic stage. It’s also worth noting that in about 10% of cases, patients who contract Lyme disease continue to experience a wide array of additional symptoms even after undergoing antibiotic treatment.

Chronic Lyme disease requires long-term antibiotic treatment, often in conjunction with a range of other supplementary therapies in order to provide relief from a wide range of sometimes crippling symptoms.

Make Well - herbal remedy — Image by nastya on Unsplash: Patients can use natural remedies for Lyme disease relief.

Natural Remedies For Lyme Disease

Below we’ve outlined 12 natural remedies that have been shown to help Lyme disease patients increase the efficacy of their treatment, fight the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium itself, provide relief from certain Lyme symptoms, or boost the immune system so that it’s in a better position to fight off invading pathogens.

Polyporus umbellatus: Considered to be the oldest antibiotic in the world, this fungus has been shown to boost immune function and may even help to relieve inflammation.
Artemisia annua: Otherwise known as sweet wormwood, Artemisia annua was traditionally used to treat malaria, but has also been shown to be effective in combatting the effects of bacterial infections associated with Lyme disease.
Andrographis paniculate: Also known as Indian echinacea, Andrographis paniculata works to reduce inflammation and regulate the immune system.
Gou Teng: This plant is reported to help strengthen the central nervous system and stimulate the immune system.
Usnea barbata: A kind of lichen, used both as an antibiotic and an immune stimulator.
Lapacho: A tree bark that stimulates the immune system and has antibiotic properties.
Marshmallow root: Reduces inflammation and pain and can also heal the lining of the gut.
Gentian root: Also known as bitter root, Gentian root has been used for centuries to treat certain digestive ailments and can also cleanse the liver.
Gotu kola: Works as a brain booster and can reduce the symptoms of memory disorders such as brain fog and difficulty finding words.
Cat’s claw bark: Helps regulate the immune system.
Pau d’Arco: Works against microbes, fungi and parasites while reducing joint pain.
Yarrow: Antimicrobial and helps to reduce inflammation and pain while helping to boost your immune system.

Make Well - sauna — Image by Denny Müller on Unsplash: Read on for some alternative treatments for Lyme disease.

What Are Some Alternative Treatments for Lyme Disease?

Some patients have had success using alternative treatments for Lyme disease symptoms. In order to help clear your body from ongoing pain and discomfort, you may wish to look into the following options.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Breathing pure oxygen through a pressurised tube or in a specialised treatment room can help destroy the bacteria that cause Lyme disease. Although you may experience uncomfortable side effects as the bacteria die off, the positive benefits of hyperbaric oxygen therapy can last for months.
Light Therapy: Using light-emitting diodes or LEDs has been shown to improve damaged brain cells, and may help reduce the mental effects of the brain fog experienced with chronic Lyme disease.
Heat Therapy and Sauna Treatments: These are moderately effective therapies for treating Lyme disease. Raising the body temperature in saunas, hot tubs or steam rooms can detoxify the body of microbes and inhibit the further growth of bacteria. In addition, taking a hot bath after drinking a tea of yarrow or ginger may accelerate cleansing.
Immunoglobulin Antibodies: When antibiotics aren’t effective, chronic Lyme disease symptoms have shown improvement with immunoglobulin antibodies given intravenously.
Stem Cell Therapy: The extensive neurological damage that can be caused by the Borrelia bacteria when it reaches the chronic stage can, in some cases, be repaired using stem cells. However, this treatment can be expensive and difficult to obtain.

How Well Do These Remedies and Therapies Work?

While antibiotic treatment will remain the gold standard for treating Lyme disease, supplementing treatment with a combination of holistic remedies along with other alternative therapies may bring you lasting relief from the various symptoms of chronic Lyme disease.

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*This article is intended for customers from all countries other than Germany which has specific requirements which can be found on our German website: www.makewell.de.

This website is intended for customers from all countries other than Germany which has specific requirements which can be found on our German website: www.makewell.de.