Herbal Remedies

There comes a time in every performer’s career when they fall ill right before an audition or performance. It is an unavoidable component to live performance and it is important to know what you can do to strengthen your immune system to prevent getting sick as well as to shorten the duration of your illness. This page is for informational purposes only, and does not substitute professional medical advice or consultations with healthcare professionals. Please consult a doctor if you have any questions or concerns.

  • Oil of Oregano is a natural antiviral, anti bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory

  • Contains compounds such as carvacrol (shown to stop the growth of several types of bacteria), thymol (natural anti fungal that also supports the immune system) and rosmarinic acid (powerful antioxidant)

  • Doesn’t taste the greatest but is most effective immune support I’ve tried.

  • Great way to support the immune system. They’re a natural source of vitamins C, E, and A and are packed with more antioxidants than cranberries, blueberries, and pomegranates.

  • Helps shorten the duration of sickness if taken at first sign and throughout entirety of symptoms

  • Tastes great - syrup is my preferred form of intake

  • Provides the same benefits to your immune system as the syrup but also provides a boost of zinc (which is similar to Zicam)

  • Helps shorten the duration of sickness if taken at first sign and throughout entirety of symptoms

  • Different form that may be preferred if you don’t like syrup

  • Sinus Rinses are often recommended by ENT’s and laryngologists as a natural way to irrigate the sinuses

  • Sinus rinsing can remove dust, pollen, as well as loosen thick mucus. It can also relieve nasal symptoms of sinus infections, allergies, cold, and flu

  • If you suffer from allergies, absolutely do this. It makes a notable difference. You may drip water if you lean over

  • Sinus Rinses are often recommended by ENT’s and laryngologists as a natural way to irrigate the sinuses

  • Sinus rinsing can remove dust, pollen, as well as loosen thick mucus. It can also relieve nasal symptoms of sinus infections, allergies, cold, and flu

  • If you suffer from allergies, absolutely do this. It makes a notable difference. You may drip water if you lean over

  • Sinus Rinses are often recommended by ENT’s and laryngologists as a natural way to irrigate the sinuses

  • Sinus rinsing can remove dust, pollen, as well as loosen thick mucus. It can also relieve nasal symptoms of sinus infections, allergies, cold, and flu

  • If you suffer from allergies, absolutely do this. It makes a notable difference. You may drip water if you lean over

  • Quicksilver Lipocalm is a serum that is orally taken that contains naturally sourced PharmaGABA which has been shown to promote relaxation and reduce the time to fall asleep as well as increase the time spent in deep sleep

  • It is definitely an acquired taste - you must swish 4 drops in your mouth for about 30 seconds and then swallow. It doesn’t taste good but it was effective in helping me sleep

  • Magnesium Glycinate is known to relieve anxiety and amplify exercise performance. I primarily take it to improve my sleeping patterns. Sleep is perhaps the most important factor in maintaining vocal consistency

  • It is important to take magnesium with glycinate as it better absorbed by the digestive system and doesn’t result in the need to use the restroom

  • MZOO Sleep Mask is wonderful at improving one’s ability to fall asleep and remain asleep throughout the night. It is known that lights in a room can effect quality sleep and this mask is blackout

  • Very comfortable around the eyes and may increase REM sleep. I wear mine every single night and it has improved my sleep

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