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In Part 2 of our series on natural health during cold and flu season, we’ll hear about how the immune system works, which supplements have been shown to support wellness, and some of the best ways to help maintain health year-round. Malia Curran, MS, MPH is a nutrition consultant and speaker, and sees clients in the Denver, CO area.
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Great follow up for the first wellness podcast. WE have been taking wellness formula, and the kids have actually become use to the flavor.
November 3rd, 2009 at 6:51 pm
HELLO! I miss tasting my 7 layer fiesta dip across from the hot foods section!!!!
November 4th, 2009 at 2:56 am
Good to hear I have some natural options for my family. I feel like we as a culture have become out of touch with our bodies and natural responses to dealing with colds.
November 8th, 2009 at 8:52 am
I really applaud the work your store does, both in making healthy food and products available, but also in providing online education-information. Thank You!
November 9th, 2009 at 8:03 am
Vitamin C seems to be the end all be all for humans and animals. Very powerful, indeed. Good to note that prevention is key with colds, once your immune system is down it is so much more work to get back in shape.
November 9th, 2009 at 8:09 am
I really appreciate all of the info you present in these podcasts, but I have trouble remembering all of the names of herbs and supplements which are listed. Any chance you have a list on the website or in the store?
November 9th, 2009 at 8:09 am
Esther C is very easy for the body to integrate, I believe it is the best way to absorb vitamin C. I have trouble taking multivitamins, even after food they upset my stomach, it seems like herbs are much easier on my system and kidneys.
November 9th, 2009 at 8:12 am
Very cool series! It has been a barn burner of a cold season already
It is good if we all support our immune system, the less colds the herd carries the healthy we all are.
November 9th, 2009 at 8:24 am
Considering how brutal this flu season already is, I would suggest any prevention and immune boosting is a great move.
November 9th, 2009 at 5:35 pm
Elderberry is an age old tincture. I’ve heard of elderberry wine can have medicinal properties
November 9th, 2009 at 5:38 pm
As always a lot of great info packed into a nice length!
November 9th, 2009 at 5:40 pm
I believe a good multi throughout the year is invaluable. It just helps to keep your system balanced out. I like that stress as a negative factor is mentioned.
November 9th, 2009 at 6:58 pm
Very hip podcast/topic. My kids have all been sick this year. We are solid on vitamins and wellness formula and it seems like their systems are returning to normal. I appreciate the idea of being active with immune support prior to illness.
November 10th, 2009 at 12:29 pm
Vitamin C, is so beneficial for our bodies and immune system. It is tricky in fall and winter when natural sources such as citrus are out of season.
November 10th, 2009 at 4:29 pm
I can’t shake a cold I’ve had for about 3 weeks now. It started as the flu and has been getting worse and worse since. I see your point about building up the immune system prior to getting sick… next time
November 10th, 2009 at 4:32 pm
This is a good follow up to the first wellness podcast.
November 10th, 2009 at 9:30 pm
I take liquid vitamins every morning and I have not been sick for ages. I believe mental health plays a huge part in physical health, so stay happy, stay strong!
November 10th, 2009 at 9:33 pm
I am so happy to know your company is promoting a natural healthy approach to wellness. Bravo!
November 10th, 2009 at 9:52 pm
Your store carries a nice wellness formula and liquid vitamins which I find essential for my health.
November 10th, 2009 at 9:57 pm
I honor WF for always providing information and products which are both natural and organic, and difficult to find at other stores. Thank you.
November 11th, 2009 at 9:17 am
I’ve always wondered if there is any truth to the old adage that a small sip of brandy and hot water before bed is helpful for fighting off colds. I wouldn’t expect that Whole Foods good endorse this, but curious non the less.
November 11th, 2009 at 9:27 am
Glad you mentioned the most simple, free, way to avoid illness- washing your hands! To many kids at our school wipe their noses in their hands then hug each other, cute , but brutal for spreading colds.
November 11th, 2009 at 10:55 am
Loved this podcast–very informative, back-to-the-basics reminders and ideas. Great for this time of year! Also good encouragement to keep taking your daily vitamin.
November 11th, 2009 at 12:26 pm
I really hope to boost up my immune system with some of these tips. I have already had to brutal colds this fall which tells me I am doing something wrong.
November 11th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
It is a joke at our house, that although I keep my blood clean with a massive amount of ginger and garlic, I may be also destroying the fauna in my digestive track. Guess I need to beef up the probiotic intake to offset the madness.
November 11th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
So far so good this this cold season. I daily take a powder multi + airborne and feel great! knock on wood.
November 12th, 2009 at 9:57 am
Probiotics are so important with digestion and optimizing nutrition. Glad to see hear this getting some coverage.
November 12th, 2009 at 11:27 am
Again this reaffirms my belief that Vitamin C is a magic gem, a diamond in the rough.
November 12th, 2009 at 7:20 pm
It is so nice to hear a podcast which supports natural ways to combat the flu. Theraflu is all I hear and I know this is not a good way to go. Natural lemon and ginger and garlic are great for boosting the immune system. Probiotics is a new one for me. thanks again.
November 12th, 2009 at 9:04 pm
Very neat to hear the role of White blood cells in immune system support, it makes sense. I agree that it is important to first support the immune system, prior to being exposed to viruses. If your system is healthy it really does have the innate ability to fight off invaders.
November 13th, 2009 at 7:41 am
Off to the store now, to pick up some more probiotics. My kids have taken these for 2 years with great results.
November 14th, 2009 at 10:23 am
WFM carries a Zinc chewable for kids which we have been using with our kids this season. The taste is a bit rough for them, believe it or not they actually prefer wellness formula to zinc :O
November 15th, 2009 at 9:47 am
Whiteblood cell count is so valuable for keeping us healthy.
November 15th, 2009 at 9:53 am
I hear what you are saying about multi-vitamins, but I feel like they tax the kidneys. Herbs seem like a better way to go.
November 15th, 2009 at 9:56 am
I saw the Elderberry signs in your store, they look great. My grandmother always told me that Elderberry wine has medicinal properties.
November 15th, 2009 at 9:59 am
Astragalus? I had never heard of this before…. I’ll look into it at your stores.
November 15th, 2009 at 10:05 am
Zinc is an interesting suggestion. I take source natural’s wellness formula which is a great way to get a big burst of immune defense in one stinky shot
November 15th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Great podcast, and very good timing… our house has been battling colds for the entire month.
November 15th, 2009 at 10:11 am
I just learned about Zinc last year. Seems to really help with my wellness.
November 15th, 2009 at 7:18 pm
200 viruses which can cause colds, wow!
November 15th, 2009 at 7:21 pm
I love the last tip! I sound like a broken record, telling my kids to wash wash wash their hands.
November 15th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
There is a great post here about the medicinal value of Elderberry:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sambucus
November 15th, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Boy the kids at our school have been very very sick lat month. 2 in 5 kids per class were out. Some had to go back to school before they were really over their flu and it just keep cycling. We have a bunch of signs up reminding people to wash their hands.
November 15th, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Multi vitamins work great for me, not to mention they are colorful! I still try to get most of my vitamins from fresh veggies.
November 15th, 2009 at 7:40 pm
Not sure if this is true or not, but I have heard liquid vitamins are much easier to assimilate for the body. I switched over to these about 6 months ago, not to say I can tell a difference one way or the other.
November 15th, 2009 at 9:15 pm
Very good podcast. I wish you had a list of all the herbs and vitamins mentioned so I could print it out.
November 16th, 2009 at 5:39 am
I am surprised goldenseal and echinacea are not mentioned here. I supposed wellness formula considers these old standbys which are vital in immune system health.
November 16th, 2009 at 5:59 am
I like all of the info in this podcast. A lot of great information packed into a few minutes. Thanks.
November 16th, 2009 at 6:17 am
It is important, as you stated, to stay ahead of the game during flu seasons. Keep up on vitamins and keep those hands clean!
November 16th, 2009 at 6:43 am
I really enjoyed learning about your take on wellness. I agree it is so good to build up our immune systems before we are exposed to viruses.
November 18th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
I agree with others here- it is important to support the system with Vitamin C especially in the winter when we naturally eat less citrus. Good job!
November 18th, 2009 at 2:29 pm
Tis podcast is impressive. So much good info. I want to mention how impressed I am with your store staff. I asked some questions on a recent visit, about Arnica and the amount of knowledge they shared was brilliant!
November 18th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
Multivitamin support is a very good way to balance out wellness-nutrition. Washing hands of course is the easiest way to help each other reduce the spread of viruses.
November 18th, 2009 at 2:42 pm
I noticed Malia Curran is on several of your podcasts. I enjoy the simplicity in which she delivers information for difficult subjects.
November 18th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Great podcast, love the attention to Wellness!
November 19th, 2009 at 10:51 am
I am so happy to learn about natural remedies. It has been a tough cold season already this year.
November 19th, 2009 at 10:52 am
Great series! Vitamins and herbs are so much better then theraflu and cough syrups!
November 19th, 2009 at 10:54 am
My kids are crazy about the 365 gummy vitamins! Good thing to, they tried Flintstone Chewibles and actually contracted a big rash form the food die.
November 19th, 2009 at 10:57 am
Wash your hands moms-dads and kids! It is simple and it works!
November 19th, 2009 at 10:58 am
Glad to have found this podcast. I really value you the products and service at your stores, and if is good to see the same value online.
November 19th, 2009 at 11:01 am
I grew up with ginger tea being served to my brothers and sisters, even in the summer. I carry on this tradition. Not to say this is the only reason, for our good fortune and health, but I do believe it helps!
November 19th, 2009 at 11:03 am
Malia Curran is brilliant. I have listened for the last year and continue to come back for her knowledge.
November 19th, 2009 at 11:06 am
I appreciate the mention of simple action steps like washing hands, and taking vitamins. The healthier the herd, the better for all.
November 19th, 2009 at 11:26 am
I can’t say enough about Vitamin C. For young ones under 3 there is a great C+ cold formula which my girls really respond to, it is nothing short of amazing!
November 19th, 2009 at 11:28 am
Great podcast-good comments!
November 19th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
Good follow up to Wellness 1. I noticed your store has disposable hand wipes by the front entrance. Good touch!
November 19th, 2009 at 4:16 pm
Wash your hands friends. Garlic keeps the evil away as well!
November 20th, 2009 at 9:33 am
Thanks for yet another great podcast, and timely! I have been enjoying these for some time now, keep it up!
November 20th, 2009 at 9:54 am
I am getting really excited for the Holidays, but dreading the flight, I guess I am a germ freak. I will be building up my immune system prior to flying this year.
November 20th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
I just did my sunday shopping and was impressed that your stores actually have hand wipes as you enter. Thanks for helping reduce germs passage!
November 22nd, 2009 at 5:55 pm
Wash your hands, is such a catch phrase this season. Indeed the flue is brutal this year, glad you are providing some action steps!
November 22nd, 2009 at 6:12 pm
Vitamins have literally changed my life!
November 22nd, 2009 at 6:14 pm
Thank you Whole Foods M. for the continued dedication to healthy food and natural products! This podcast is a solid online extension of the wisdom your instore staff display.
November 22nd, 2009 at 6:26 pm
I agree with the others here- Vitamin C is a great way to keep your system even. Immune systems are further supported with multis!
November 22nd, 2009 at 7:34 pm
Elderberry! I didn’t realize this was an actually, modern remedy. It seems like something the romantic poets would have taken for recreational purposes
November 22nd, 2009 at 7:43 pm
Greta podcast!
November 22nd, 2009 at 7:48 pm
A friend turned me onto this podcast, and I am glad they did. I had slipped out of the daily return of taking multis and after a couple months I noticed that my energy had completely dropped as the day went on. Back on track and feeling sustained throughout.
November 23rd, 2009 at 7:34 am
The signs of a big winter are already upon us. Early in october many of the kids at my school came in with colds, and missed several days, I can only image this is going to get worse, rather then better. I wish I could have all of the parents read this, but at least we can promote hand washing at our school!
November 23rd, 2009 at 3:56 pm
Wellness formula is a great collective tincture! It swear by it, and have been out of illness for years now.
November 23rd, 2009 at 8:50 pm
I am so frustrated with the flu virus this year. I know that sounds odd, but my boys both had the flu a month ago, and now they appear to back on the edge of it returning. We support their systems with raw foods, wellness formulas, vitamins, and DHA’s but at the end of the day it isn’t slowing their ailing.
November 24th, 2009 at 9:40 am
Indeed great tips across the board here, the best of all, the simplest, wash your hands!
November 24th, 2009 at 12:11 pm
I think you’re right on with the idea of being proactive. Supporting your immune system constantly and not just when you get sick or during Flu season.
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November 24th, 2009 at 1:28 pm
Had a great thanksgiving, and getting ready to travel back on a plane- I have beefed my immune system up with Wellness formula. WIsh me luck!
November 29th, 2009 at 9:16 am
Great information here! I’d love to see more podcasts like this in the future. So far I’ve been flu free this season, but I’m also under serious amounts of stress so I’ve got to keep my immune system in good shape!
November 30th, 2009 at 4:08 am
I appreciate all of the info you packed into this podcast!
November 30th, 2009 at 12:16 pm
Cool follow up! It seems to me that vitamin C and B are the most important for our daily functioning.
November 30th, 2009 at 12:34 pm
I love these two series, very informative. I’ve been wondering the effectiveness of all sorts of supplement, now I can actually see me getting some for good use.
November 30th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
Glad to find this right before the next holiday season! Great approach and information.
December 6th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
This has been a tough flu season for our family. I will take these tips to heart and hope they will help us out.
December 6th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
The value of multi-vitamins really can’t be under estimated. Thanks for pushing this point.
December 6th, 2009 at 1:57 pm
Thanks for this podcast. Even tough the flu has already hit hard, winter is just starting so people please stay up on your immune systems.
December 6th, 2009 at 2:48 pm
I think this ties in with a really good booklet I found in your store.
December 6th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
Great podcast, full of valuable info.
December 6th, 2009 at 3:19 pm
I can’t shake my colds this year. I have been taking Wellness formula for 2 weeks now, and hope this will help boost up my immunity.
December 6th, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Thanks for putting this together, I really enjoyed this and will share it with my crew.
December 6th, 2009 at 3:59 pm
Great podcast thanks!
December 6th, 2009 at 4:14 pm
My kids take a liquid wellness formula. Between this and a lot of fresh veggies and fruits, they have been really healthy this winter! So far, so good.
December 6th, 2009 at 4:33 pm
First time visitor to your website. It is a good extension of your in store experience. I am always impressed with all of the knowledge you staff share when I shop.
December 7th, 2009 at 7:44 am
I have always supported my kids immune systems with DHA’s and wellness formula. Not to be annoying but they have incredible health, and have very rarely been sick. I am a believer in the power of a healthy immune system.
December 7th, 2009 at 11:04 am
Supplements can be good but never as good as the natural forms. Garlic, ginger, natural Vitamin C, just can’t be beat.
December 7th, 2009 at 11:16 am
Glad to come across this podcast, I will check out some of the ideas when I am at the store.
December 7th, 2009 at 11:38 am
Good follow up podcast. Indeed- washing hands is a simple and affective way to help reduce the spread of viruses.
December 7th, 2009 at 11:52 am
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February 9th, 2010 at 1:18 am
I have searched all over the Henderson, NV area for Elderberry either frozen or dried to produce Elderberry syrup. I know it’s available in your store in the tinctured form sold by Sambucus and other’s, but would like to produce my own….
February 7th, 2011 at 1:50 pm
How much is Whole Foods price for 60 capsules of Flora 20-14
Ulta Strength probiotic. Serving size 1 Vegetarian Capsule
containing 20 Billion Active Cells, 14 non competing strains?
Please advise, Thank you.
David Tanner
December 18th, 2011 at 1:57 pm
@David Each store sources and prices their products a little differently. The best way to get the most accurate information regarding the price of probiotics at your local Whole Foods Market is to reach out to them directly. The link below will help to identify the contact information for that store. A Team Member there will be happy to help!
http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores
December 20th, 2011 at 10:28 am