Immunity shots, drinks made from concentrated herbs, spices, and juice blends, are all over social media as a quick fix for cold and flu season. Experts said they could help, but how much you take, the quality of the ingredients, and how consistently you use them matter.

1. Ginger Shots

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Ginger shots are among the most popular wellness drinks, and turns out, they could have some immune-supporting potential.

“Ginger is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects,” said Ayla Barmmer, MS, RD, LDN , registered dietitian and founder of FullWell Fertility.

She said regularly incorporating ginger could help calm inflammation, support healthy digestion, and strengthen the immune system's baseline defense .

In fact, the main active compound, gingerol, ha

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