Flu Season Helps

[cobluegirl]

Thought I would post some info since the flu season is upon us.

Recipe for Flu
one thing my dr told me to do when i had t he flu was to mix-
1 cup of black tea made with 2 tea bags
1 cup coke
1 cup orange juice
(it really isn't as bad tasteing as it sound)

take 1 tablespoon every 15 minutes the first hour
take 1 tablespoon ever 10 minutes the second and hour

It works well on every respiratory ailment I have used it on so here it is: Crush three cups of garlic and add it to two liters of apple cider vinegar. keep it in a warm place for 14 days then remove the garlic. A teaspoon of the vinegar in half a cup of water three times a day seems to work wonders fast. I had a touch of flu hit me recently and my head and back were killing me. I took just one dose and went to bed and in the morning I was fine. I have many such reports from patients, and it doesn't cost a fortune. Use the garlic for cooking. Let your food be your medicine and your medicine be your food Hippocrates Check our site www.pacrim.tk

Get your Oscillococcinum(a homeopathic remedy) 200c (you will probably not be able to find a potency this high...look for 30C or 30X) and place one pellet(or several) into a one ounce dropper
bottle of distilled water. Succuss it vigorously 5 to 9 times and take a
few drops at least once every 28 days. It may prevent the flu. It does not
always work for everyone, but it is a "plan of action" at this point.

This is the following list of general recommendations during the flu season:
Common sense - you have it, use it.
Frequent hand washing
Avoid swimming during autumn and winter, especially for susceptible
chidlren and adults.
Get plenty of rest
Avoid becoming chilled, wear an extra thin layer of clothing
If your child is ill, keep him or her at home
Minimize junk food (refined sugar compromises the immune system)


In my office, we are using the homeopathic flu product called Dolivaxil. It
has been used in Europe for years during the flu season to prevent flu
symptoms. It stops the flu before it starts. Every year, the World Health
Organization predicts which flu viruses are most likely to infect and cause
flu symptoms. Based on this information, the homeopathic solution is
reformulated year to year to help prepare the body during the flu season.

Preliminary research shows that the flu shot is 68% effective on all people
compared to a 90% effective rate on Dolivaxil. It has no side effects, can
be purchased over-the-counter, and is for the whole family. As a preventive
medicine in the flu season, it is taken weekly for 4 weeks and then once
three weeks later. Like all homeopathic medicines, it is pleasant tasting.

Flu Proofing Garlic and Lemon Tea
Some folks swear that when they eat a raw garlic clove for breakfast every day, the never get colds or the flu. Straight garlic is too spicy for children (and most adults), but try this garlic and lemon tea to keep the flu at bay. Parsley deodorizes the garlic, and contributes a little Vitamin A.
1 small garlic clove, finely minced and mashed with
½ tsp honey
1 tsp spearmint, peppermint or sage leaves
1 to 2 tsp finely minced parsley leaves
Put the garlic mashed with honey (the garlic should almost disappear) into a teacup with the lemon juice. Put the leaves in a strainer and pour boiling water over it an into the cup. Cap the cup with a saucer and let the tea steep for several minutes. Remove the saucer and strainer.
For flavor variety, sometimes use mint, sometimes sage. Sage has life-giving properties of it’s own. Mint must be drunk the day it is made, but sage tea keeps at room temperature for a couple of days.

Homeopathic list for flu http://www.simillimum.com/FirstAid/T...Influenza.html
THE HOMOEOPATHIC FIRST RESPONDER

This is from purplebutterfly a few years ago.

Keep healthy intestinal flora ("good" bacteria that fights the "bad" bacteria) strong by providing a high quality acidophilus bifidus supplement. Our fave right now is the chewable Rhino brand raspberry flavored FOS & Acidophilus. This supplement is especially helpful any time your child is on antibiotics, which destroy intestinal flora. Other factors that decreas healthy flora: stress, travel, poor diet.

I am learning this one the hard way.Use natural antiviral and antibacterials around the house and when you're out and about. Tea tree oil is our preferred weapon. You can make your own "Clorox Wipes" by mixing about a dozen drops of tea tree essential oil (I use Dessert Essence Brand tea tree/lavendar eo) with a cup of water, then pouring over a stack of napkins or separated paper towels set inside a wipes container. I know other mamas who love to use GSE (grapefruit seed extract) instead of tea tree oil. Use your natural disinfecting wipes everywhere you go - wipe down shopping carts, restaurant tables/chairs, etc. Inside the house, we use Kiss My Face brand Germs Aside tea tree oil based hand soap, and a tea tree spray made by mixing a dozen drops in a cup of water and stored in a handy spray bottle.

At the first sign of any potential illness, or when your child has been exposed to someone sick, consider beginning a daily dose of immune-aiding echinacea. Since my ds was about a year old, we have been using the Herbs for Kids brand. Their blends are wonderful! One of the best is the Deep Immune Support with echinacea and astragalus, but be sure not to give astragalus if your child has a fever. For this reason, I also keep on hand the echinacea-based Vi Protection blend. Another wonderful alternative would be Sambucol for Kids, an elderberry syrup. Herbs for Kids is one of my favorite companies. It was founded by Sunny Mavor, natural mama and author of the wonderful, "Herbs, Kids and Health". You can check out all the wonderful natural health care products at http://www.herbsforkids.com/ - and be sure to check out her article on Caring for Children Naturally During Cold & Flu Season: http://www.herbsforkids.com/caring.asp

You probably won't find this in any healthcare articles, but I believe one of the body's best natural defenses is peace, joy, and laughter. Harmony in our homes and children's lives is crucial to a strong immune system. It's scientifically proven that stress does cause illness and disease, and just makes sense to help our families find peace and joy in all the ways we can. When I sense my little guy might be feeling out of sorts or coming down with something, I try to put all my chores on hold (and I know this is easy for me as a single child household) and spend a few hours just doing his favorite things. Painting, reading, cuddling, playing with cars on his playroom floor....things that I know will bring him happiness and gently bolster his immune system in the process.