This formula is used at the onset of a cold to relieve swollen lymph nodes, a sore throat, aching body and fever with chills. It can be taken as maintenance for your overall immune system health. Fenugreek helps lower blood glucose and cholesterol levels. It is also being studied for its cardiovascular benefits. Astragalus is an immune-system enhancer shown to increase the strength of T-cells, the white blood cells of the body that attack invaders that cause disease in the body. Elder flower, used for its anti-oxidant activity, also helps boost the immune system.  The Folic Acid found in Papaya helps in the conversion of a substance known as ‘homocysteine,’ which if left unchecked, damages blood vessels and can lead to heart attacks or strokes. An excellent source of three powerful Vitamins C, A and E, Papaya helps prevent the oxidation of cholesterol. Rosehips, with the highest Vitamin C content of all the herbs builds the immune system. Olive Leaf can be used for minor feverish conditions, nervous tension, and most commonly, to lower blood pressure. Hibiscus is a blood purifier and is very high in Vitamin C.  It most notably helps reduce blood pressure and controls cholesterol levels. Pau D’Arco is an effective blood purifier and blood builder. It has the ability to increase the hemoglobin and red corpuscles in the blood. It gives the body greater vitality by increasing resistance to disease.