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Cold & Flu Fighter capsules
Cold & Flu Fighter capsules
Cold & Flu Fighter Caps 50s
Cold & Flu Fighter Caps 50s
Nutra-Life Cold and Flu Fighter is a high potency herbal formulation combining the proven benefits of the Ayurvedic herb Andrographis, with the upper respiratory supportive action of Echinacea. This formulation also contains Vitamin C, an important antioxidant to help counter free radical scavangers.

Pack size: 50 capsules
Beneficial for
  • Strengthening natural immunity
  • Building resistance to winter's nasty bugs
  • Ill's and chills
  • Upper respiratory tract problems
Key and unique features
  • Supports healthy immune function
  • Protects against winter's nasty bugs
  • Strengthens natural defences against upper respiratory problems associated with congestion
Ingredients
Each capsule provides
Herbal Extracts Equiv. To Dry
Andrographis paniculata (Andrographis) Leaf 3.22g
Stand. Equiv. Andrographolide 80.5mg
Echinacea purpurea (Echinacea) Herb Top 750mg
And;
Calcium ascorbate dihydrate 100mg
Equiv. Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 82mg
Adult dosage
Take one capsule daily with food or as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. Use strictly as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.
Precautions and contra-indications
  • Patients on prescription medicine, including warfarin, should consult their doctor before using this product
  • Use caution with individuals on anticoagulant medications, such as warfarin, because Andrographis may increase the blood thinning effects
  • Not recommended during pregnancy or lactation without medical advice
Frequently asked questions
Q What is Andrographis?
A
Andrographis is an indian herb that is used to assist healthy immune function. It is helpful during winter ill's and chill's and helps fight common nasty bugs.

Q How does Echinacea assist immune function?
A Echinacea has been studied for its benefits in strenghening the body's natural defences against infection.

Q Can I take Nutra-Life Cold & Flu Fighter throughout winter?
A
Yes. Nutra-Life Cold & Flu Fighter can be taken during an active state of ills and chills and may also be used as a maintenance to support natural immunity.
Also beneficial
  1. Nutra-Life Ester-C: Provides 24 hour protection against common bugss and strengthen's natural immunity
  2. Nutra-Life Active Men's and Women's Multivitamin: Provides vitamin B-complex and essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidant cofactors needed for everyday health and vitality
References
  • Prevention of common colds with Andrographis paniculata dried extract: Pilot Double Blind Trail. Caceres D et al, Phyto Medicine 4 (2): 101-104; 1997
  • Parnham, M J Phytomedicine 1996, 3, 95-102
  • Scaglione.F. Internationl Journal of Immunotheraphy 1995 11, 163-166
  • Kiremidjian-Schumacher.L.Biol.Trace Elem.Res.1994,41,115-127