My first thought was... what medicine?
Honestly, I do everything naturally and I was a little nervous to share this because, once again, we are against the grain!
We seem to do a lot of things differently than most people but I will show you anyway.
First off, I want to say that this was our decision that my husband and I made together before we had kids and luckily, we have found a great doctor that supports and encourages us.
Secondly, I am not a doctor and I am not prescribing anything here. I am simply sharing what we have, use, and what works for us.
We are very serious about our health and sickness prevention.
Because of this, we have never had to put any of our kids on a prescription medication.
(Ages of our kids are 7, 5, 4 and 8 months)
This is what we use:
Supplements
We take supplements daily and have for over 13 years. I choose Shaklee because they are the #1 natural nutrition company with the purest ingredients and we have always been happy with our results.
Helps with immune, bone, heart, & breast health along with physical energy, hair skin, & nails.
Enhances immune system function.
Promote healthy cardiovascular systems, help metabolize energy from carbohydrates, fat, and protein, and aid in the synthesis of DNA and new cells.
Shaklee Calcium/Magnesium
Helps maintain normal blood pressure, muscle contraction & nerve transmission, and helps reduce PMS symptoms such as bloating, cramps, water retention, irritability, and moodiness.
Shaklee Probiotics
Provides dietary support for the normal, healthy balance of intestinal microflora.
Everything all in one!
80 bio-optimized nutrients clinically proven to create a foundation for a longer, healthier life.
80 bio-optimized nutrients clinically proven to create a foundation for a longer, healthier life.
Packed with 23 essential nutrients, it's the world's best kids' supplement-with 600 IU of vitamin D to support strong bones and teeth, and 100% of the Daily Value of all eight B vitamins and vitamin C.
Herbs
Garlic (with spearmint & rosemary)
Lots of healing power
Echinacea (with zinc)
Supercharge the immune system when you feel that first tickle
Homeopathic Remedies
We have been using Hyland's Homeopathic Remedies since Grace was a baby and have always liked the results. I have tried other brands too but keep coming back to these.
Hyland's Flu Care
Hyland's Cold & Cough
Hyland's Teething Tablets
Hyland's Ear Drops
Colloidal Silver
Boost kid's immune system (from my Chiropractor)
Oscillococcinum
Helps with flu-like symptoms (found at Trader Joes)
Essential Oils
You can use these in baths or add to your natural cleaners.
Now Pepperment
Now Lavadar
Now Lemon Grass
Other
To clean infected skin.
Hydrates your body and keep your electrolytes up.
Epsom Salt
Add to bath to detox (I do this weekly)
Hydrogen Peroxide
Natural antiseptic for wounds
Local Honey
Great for sore throats
Neti Pot
I am sure that I have other things not mentioned but these are my go-to things you will find in my "Medicine Cabinet" also know as my "Health Bin" LOL!
Do you use natural remedies in your home too?
This is a great post, Bonnie! Thanks for sharing! I LOVE these Supplements too! I haven't been sick, and my kids haven't been sick since starting them in August!
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Bonnie :)
I read a post recently that if your neti pot is plastic you need to get rid of it after you are sick. I read that it can harbor bacteria that can harm you, especially pouring it into the sinus cavity so close to the brain. I actually just purchased us a ceramic netti pot at a health foods store. I read it is better because you can thoroughly sanitize it in the dishwasher. Just something I read! :) I LOVE LOVE LOVE this post!
ReplyDeleteLovely and creative ideas to organize your cabinets in a very well planned way. One can find such creative ideas from Professional Organizing Consultants.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the heads-up on the Hyland's brand!
ReplyDeleteWe have to use much less of that kind of cold/flu remedy stuff since starting Shaklee, but I'll have to check it out!
Krysta
Love this post, you give me some great ideas for things I need to add to mine. Kendall is seven and was on antibiotics one time for strep-I didn't keep her on it the whole time and I upped her probiotics big time. Since then, never needed it again, and Claire hasn't either! Shaklee has helped a lot with that.
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