If you are one of the many people that have sworn by elderberry as a helpful tool to get through the colds and flu season, you might be scratching your head at this question. Many people say that a spoonful taken at the first tickle in the throat, helps to nip a cold in the bud, and there is research to support it's use in the fight against cold and flu viruses, and certain bacteria. But even if you are a elderberry devotee, please read this. We are in some uncharted waters right now with the new novel Corona Virus (COVID-19). Every day - moment really - there is new information being discovered and disseminated. So it is important to stay informed. According to experts, this COVID-19 virus

Our immune system is kind of like internal armor - it is designed to protect us against harm from foreign invaders such as viruses, bacteria, and free radicals. But sometimes if our armor is weakened, our immune system can become overwhelmed, and we get sick. This post offers tips for boosting the immune system so it can mount the best defense, and we can stay as healthy as possible. AVOIDANCE If we can avoid introducing the virus or bacteria into the body/mucous membranes in the first place, that is the best protection of all. This would include smart strategies like good thorough hand washing with soap*, avoiding touching your mouth, nose, or face; and if you are sick do the right thing -