Herbal Medicine Series Episode 5: Immune Boosting Tips
Show Notes
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Keywords
immune system, vitamin D, elderberry, echinacea, fermented foods, gut health, natural remedies, homesteading, health tips, seasonal wellness
Summary
In this episode of the Farmstead Forum Podcast, Emily Faulkner discusses natural ways to boost the immune system, focusing on the importance of vitamin D, herbal remedies like elderberry and echinacea, and the role of fermented foods in gut health. She emphasizes the need for personal medical advice and encourages listeners to educate themselves about their health. The conversation also touches on community engagement and upcoming events related to homesteading and health education. Takeaways Vitamin D is crucial for immune health, mood, and energy. Elderberry should be used cautiously, especially for autoimmune conditions. Echinacea is most effective when taken at the onset of symptoms. Fermented foods enhance gut health and support the immune system. Regular hand washing is essential for preventing illness in children. Vitamin D requires magnesium and vitamin K for optimal absorption. Check vitamin D levels with your doctor before starting supplements. Community events can provide valuable health education and resources. Understanding your blood type can inform dietary choices. Stress management is important for maintaining a healthy immune system.
Guest Bio

Emily is a Family Nurse Practitioner and graduated from the University of Alabama in Birmingham in 2015. She currently works at an outpatient clinic in Carrollton, GA. Prior to that, she worked Urgent Care for 4 years in various outpatient clinics around Newnan, Peachtree city, and Fayetteville. Her nursing career actually started as an ER nurse in level 1 trauma center in Macon, GA. She later worked as a travel nurse in California and then moved back to Georgia to be closer to family. She homesteads with her husband Brandon, also an ER nurse, and their two sons Reagan and Hollin. After working through the COVID pandemic, Emily found a new passion in herbal medicine and completed an herbal fellowship through an online program, the Association for Advancement of Restorative Medicine (AARM). She continues to learn about herbs and often recommends herbal alternatives to pharmaceutical drugs in her practice. Emily currently homesteads on 2 acres and raises her own New Zealand rabbits for meat, she also is an avid gardener and became a Carroll County Master Gardener volunteer in 2024.
Resources
PODCAST REFERENCES:
Elderberries: The Beginner's Guide to Foraging, Preserving and Using Elderberries for Health Remedies, Recipes, Drinks & More By Alicia Bayer https://amzn.to/3TCcuzr
Informative article on Elderberry– https://www.whiterabbitinstituteofhealing.com/?s=elderberry
How Not To Die With True High-Dose Vitamin D Therapy: Coimbra’s Protocol and the Secrets of Safe High-Dose Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2 Supplementation Paperback – July 8, 2018 by Tiago Henriques https://amzn.to/3ZpYAUV
The Farmhouse Culture Guide to Fermenting: Crafting Live-Cultured Foods and Drinks with 100 Recipes from Kimchi to Kombucha [A Cookbook] Hardcover – August 27, 2019 by Kathryn Lukas https://amzn.to/3TADKhE
Informative article about echinacea– https://www.whiterabbitinstituteofhealing.com/herbs/echinacea/
Eat right 4 Your type By Dr. Peter D’Adamo– https://amzn.to/3TELK1h
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