Natural Remedies for the Flu

What is the Flu?

Influenza is more commonly called the flu, is an acute viral infection in the upper respiratory tract. The difference between the common cold, and the flu are that a cold is usually restricted to the chest, neck and head, and come on slow. While the flu on the other hand strikes fast, and causes symptoms all over the body.

Who Gets the Flu?

There are three classifications for the influenza virus, A, B, and C. A, is the most common virus, which usually occurs in the late fall r early winter. School children account for the highest population who get the flu. This is because of the highly contaminated areas at school which the children come in contact with.

What are the Symptoms of the Flu?

Symptoms of the flu usually appear within forty eight hours after exposure to the virus. The most common symptoms are; sore throat, dry cough, fever, muscle, and joint aches, fatigue, and weakness. Less common symptoms are; sneezing, runny nose, insomnia, swollen glands in the neck, and depression.

What are the Root Causes of the Flu?

If your immune system is taxed you are more likely to get the flu. This would be caused by a number of factor such as; stress, a poor diet, lack of sleep, or another illness. Contact with the influenza virus is the cause of the flu.

Natural Remedies.

Even if you have lost your appetite, you want to do your best to keep eating. It is a good idea to stick to soups, and give your body a break from digestion. Eat as much fruit, and vegetables as possible.

Increase your consumption of garlic, ginger, and onions. Sip on hot water with lemon, cinnamon, and honey. Avoid sugary, refined products, as these foods tax your immune system for hours after you consume them.

If you are just starting to feel some symptoms of the flu coming on start the remedies below as soon as possible, and you may be able to divert the virus from manifesting into the full blown flu. I have done it many times myself, and it works.

	Lomatium Dissectum- Take 2 to 4 ml in liquid form four times a day. Lomatium is known for it’s strong anti-viral effects. It has been used for centuries as an herbal remedy for the flu.
	Reishi Mushroom - Take as directed. Reishi mushroom boosts your immune system and also is an adaptogen, which will give you a much needed boost of energy.
	Echinacea and Goldenseal Combination- Take 400 mg in a capsule form four times a day. Both of these herbs increase immune function, and Echinacea has potent anti-viral properties.
	Vitamin C- Take 1,000 to 2,000 mg three to four times a day. Reduce this dosage if diarrhea occurs. Vitamin C is great for supporting the immune system.
	Oregano Oil - Take this in a capsule form, as it doesn’t take very good. Take 500 mg four times a day, or as directed on the label. Oregano has incredible anti-viral properties.
	Ginger- Take 500 mg four times a day. Ginger will help with a sore throat, and also a fever.
	Traditional Medicinals “Throat Coat Tea”- Brew as directed, and leave your tea-bag in the cup as long as possible. This tea is excellent for soothing a sore throat. I usually just leave mine in, this allows the herbs to steep really well. Sip this tea as needed. It is the best sore throat remedy I have found, and is used quite often by professional singers. Throat coat contains licorice and slippery elm which coat the throat and soothe inflammation. This tea is very sweet tasting.

*Please check with your doctor before taking any supplements, and also read the warning labels on each product, especially if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Also read the labels carefully when giving your child any natural supplement, to ensure that it is safe to give a child.

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What is Shingles?

Shingles is a condition which is usually painful, that is caused by the herpes zoster virus. This virus is the same virus that causes chickenpox. Once you have had chickenpox the virus doesn’t leave your body. The virus lies dormant in the nerves near your spine, where it usually stays unknown. But sometimes the virus is triggered, and this time the reaction is much more sever and painful than before.

Who Gets Shingles?

People who have had chickenpox are most likely to get shingles. The herpes zoster virus seems to thrive when the immune system is suffering. This is often the case with cancer patients who are receiving aggressive therapy. Most often there isn’t once single trigger that sets off the virus. Once shingles has run it’s course most people are healthy and pain-free, but nonetheless you should have your doctor monitor you. If the herpes zoster virus spreads to your internal organs, the results can be devastating.

What are the Symptoms of Shingles?

Shingles usually starts to show it’s effects with sensitivity in one side of the chest, the back of the face. This is followed by extreme pain in those sensitive areas. Fever, flulike symptoms, clear blisters that breakout in the affected areas, and also blisters that turn yellow, scab over, and then fall over are other symptoms of shingles.

What are the Root Causes of Shingles?

As stated previously, a weakened immune system, and the herpes zoster virus are the known root causes for shingles.

Natural Remedies.

When you have shingles your nervous system is under attack. So it is pertinent that you eat a lot of eggs, wheat germ, brewer’s yeast, and whole grains which are all high in B vitamins. eat yellow, green, and organ vegetables as often as you can, at least with every meal. This foods are important because they contain high levels of vitamins A and C. Green leafy vegetables are also key, as the calcium and the magnesium in these foods will help to heal your nerve endings.

*Please check with your doctor before taking any supplements, and also read the warning labels on each product, especially if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Also read the labels carefully when giving your child any natural supplement, to ensure that it is safe to give a child.

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