Frequently Asked Questions
VF1 FAQ
Immune VF1 is a natural herbal health product specially formulated by Dr. Philip Lee, ND BSc. VF1 boosts the immune system to improve the body's ability to quickly recover from the impact of cold & flu viruses. This formula has been utilized at Dr. Lee's naturopathic clinic since 2011. Each of the individual herbs chosen is very safe and well researched. The highest professional grade herbs were selected. VF1 is manufactured in Canada in a pharmaceutical grade facility with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Immune VF1 is authorized for sale in Canada by Health Canada (NPN 80085038).
The selected ingredients are all common herbs and supplements which all have a long history of usage for daily living and for treating various conditions. They are all well researched. Many studies have been done to verify safe usage and to provide scientific evidence of their various effects on our physiological systems.
If you are taking various heart medications or are pregnant, consult your physician or healthcare provider before using VF1.
Most people can take Immune VF1 daily, particularly during cold or flu season or for maintaining a healthy immune system. Dr. Lee recommends that, as with any natural product, one should take a few days break after taking it for a month on a daily basis.
Recommended dosage if taken daily: 1-2 capsules with food.
If you are taking various heart medications or are pregnant, consult your physician or healthcare provider before using VF1.
Remember: "VF1-2-3". At the 1st sign or symptom of infection, take 2 capsules, 3 times per day.
Always take this product with food AND a few hours before or after any conventional prescription medications.
To boost the immune system during cold and flu season, take 1 capsule daily.
At the onset of cold or flu : Adults take 1-2 capsules 3 times a day with food (a few hours before or after taking conventional prescription medications).
Contraindications :
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, do not use this product.
Do not use with bleeding disorders, hypotension/hypertension or infertility issues.
Cautions :
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have diabetes, an auto-immune disorder or any type of acute infection. If you are taking blood thinners, digoxin, anti-coagulants, anti-platelets or any prescription medications, consult a health care practitioner prior to use.
The herbs in this formula originated from different regions around the world, such as China, North America, Russia and India. They are commonly used in those regions of the world and are deemed very safe.
The herbs chosen have been shown to increase the immune cells effectiveness in preventing and eliminating many different viruses.
- Reishi & Astragalus -> China
- American Ginseng -> North America
- Siberian Ginseng -> Russia
- Andographis -> India
Naturopathy FAQ
Naturopathic medicine means natural medicine. It is a distinct primary health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process. The practice of naturopathic medicine includes modern and traditional, scientific, and empirical methods.
Naturopaths have the mandate to assist healing and prevention of various medical conditions by using existing natural medicines such as herbs, vitamins, minerals, and even hands on body work.
A naturopathic doctor (ND) will typically study for 5 to 8 years, including internship, before being certified as a practitioner.
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Naturopathic medicine treats all forms of health concerns — from pediatric to geriatric, from irritating symptoms to chronic illness and from the physical to the psychological. It is the approach, philosophy and training of naturopathic doctors that sets it apart from other forms of health care.
Naturopathic doctors are primary health care practitioners. They are trained to treat virtually all health concerns from acute to chronic, pediatric to geriatric and physical to psychological. Naturopathic doctors work with three main groups of people:
- patients that are looking for disease prevention and health promotion
- patients with a range of health concerns and no clear diagnosis
- patients with chronic and severe illnesses
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Terminology FAQ
Adaptogens are natural substances that work within the body and help it adapt, particularly to stress. Adaptogens are a natural ally in dealing with persistent stress and fatigue because they work with regulating important hormones.
Adaptogens offer several other health benefits, including boosting the immune system, systemic support for managing a healthy weight, increasing physical endurance and mental focus, reducing discomfort caused by poor health, and encouraging a balanced mood.