How to boost your energy and support your immune health

A lot has changed over the past eight months. There's a lot happening in the world and, as a result, our lifestyles are undergoing significant changes; changes that are too often accompanied by increased stress and anxiety.
By Health First
3 min read
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A lot has changed over the past eight months. There’s a lot going on in the world and as a result, our lifestyles are undergoing significant changes; changes that are all too often accompanied by increased stress and anxiety.

  • We are more stressed than usual.
  • We are trying to get back to a healthy routine.
  • It’s no surprise that many of us are looking for ways to maintain a healthy immune system as fall and winter approach.

With this in mind, Health First and Genuine Health have partnered to bring you two of our favourite products for increased energy and immune support this season.

If you feel more tired than usual, feel like you can't concentrate, and need a boost, you're not alone. "Constant" stress is felt by more than twice as many Canadians during the pandemic than before.

Genuine Health created greens+ extra energy to provide the body with the nutrients and adaptogens it needs for a noticeable energy boost without a crash. greens+ extra energy is unique in that it addresses the root causes of low energy and helps support the body during times of stress. Here's what you'll find in each scoop:

  • Herbs– Each scoop contains a full serving of original greens+, with 23 superfoods and herbs that are proven to increase energy at the cellular level.
  • Energizing and anti-stress herbs – With kola nut seed extract for natural caffeine, rhodiola and astragalus to combat the negative effects of mental and physical stress while improving concentration and mental performance, and suma root (Brazilian ginseng) against anxiety, fatigue and stress.
  • Vitamins – With vitamin C for healthy adrenal function and vitamin B6 for glucose metabolism.
  • Amino Acids – With taurine for physical and mental energy, muscle energy, endurance and psychological resistance without overstimulation, and glycine to help regulate blood sugar for sustained energy.
  • Minerals – With chromium, an important essential mineral for proper insulin function and sugar metabolism.

greens+ extra energy in natural orange is delicious and mixes easily into smoothies or water. Try it...

  • To start the day with energy
  • Instead of a second (or third) coffee of the day
  • Instead of an energy drink
  • Before your workout to boost your performance
  • To help increase focus and alertness without causing an energy crash
  • For a little pick-me-up in the middle of the afternoon

Immune health is also a major concern these days. If you've ever noticed that you feel healthier in the summer, it's probably because you've been getting a daily dose of the "sunshine vitamin," also known as vitamin D!

As the darker days of autumn and winter approach, Canadians can often suffer from a deficiency of this very important vitamin, which impacts both our immune system and our mood (and even our bone and hormonal health).

Since 2020, over 65 published studies have examined the potential benefits of vitamin D for immune system support during the current cold and flu season. Overall, people with adequate serum vitamin D levels were less likely to experience severe cold and flu symptoms. Another ideal season to make sure you're getting enough vitamin D!

Genuine Health and Health First have made it easier than ever to purchase both of these products! For a limited time*, with the purchase of greens+ extra energy, you will get FREE Vitamin D 2,500 IU to help you stay healthy this season!