There are many flu and cold cure remedies out there. The purpose of this article is to inform you on the best all natural cure remedies for the flu and cold viruses. We all know that traditional medicine does not give us any options in fighting viruses except for prevention methods or over the counter medication that can actually make your flu or cold last longer!
Why does over the counter medication make your flu or cold last longer?
Over the counter medication is designed to "get rid" of or "suppress" symptoms of your flu or cold. Flu and cold symptoms are the body's way of healing itself. For example, a fever is a mechanism the body uses to kill bacteria and viruses. More and more doctors are realizing the importance of a fever in healing sickness and are now advising patients to not take anything for a fever unless it gets dangerously high or extremely uncomfortable. When you suppress a fever, you are suppressing your immune system and it can not effectively combat your flu or cold virus.
A runny nose is your body's way of getting rid of the infection. A cough is the body's way of getting rid of the virus or bacteria out of your lungs. Why do you think your doctor asks you if your cough is productive or non-productive? Phlegm that you cough up should be discarded out of the body and not swallowed. The body is trying to cough out the flu or cold virus. Cold and flu symptoms are "good signs" that your body is healing itself.
What is the Difference between Cure Remedies for the Cold and Flu and Over the Counter Medicine?
Cure remedies are designed to "boost" the immune system's response and ability to "remove" the toxins that is causing your sickness or "kill" the actual flu or cold virus. Natural cure remedies are designed to help your body heal itself. In the process, you can shorten the life of the flu or cold virus. You might feel worse, while your body is healing, but you will get better faster. The key to successfully treating any illness with natural cure remedies is to start taking the cure remedies as soon as symptoms appear!
What are some Natural Cure Remedies for the Flu or Cold Virus?
Oil of Oregano - One of the cure remedies that I highly recommend for the flu or cold virus is Oil of Oregano. Oil of oregano is antibacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal. I've been using this cure remedy for about a year now for different ailments including colds, the flu, allergies, and sinus infection for myself and my family. The oil of oregano that is used for medicinal purposes is made from the species Origanium vulgare. Another thing to look for is that it is pre-diluted with extra virgin olive oil. You do not want to ingest pure oil of oregano. I buy the liquid form and put it in veggie capsules and swallow. Otherwise, it does taste terrible and will burn slightly for about 30 seconds. To avoid this, fill a veggie capsule (no.2 size) and ingest it that way. Take 1 full capsule in the morning and again at night. Make sure you drink a lot of water when using natural cure remedies to assist your body in getting rid of the toxins. This is very important!
Beta Glucan - This is a cure remedy that you don't hear about. I don't know too much about it and have just started researching this cure remedy as an immune booster. It has been shown to activate the immune cells, NK-cells, T-cells and B-cells with great success. Scientists have been studying this for decades and there is a lot of research to look through. Here is a link to learn more about Beta Glucan and what kind of quality is needed to ensure this type of immune response. This document is quite technical, but it has extraordinary research and information! For more information, go to http://www.betaglucan.org/.
Vitamin A - This vitamins proven to enhance white blood cell function. White blood cells are essential for fighting bacteria and viruses. To prevent getting sick, make sure you get adequate Vitamin A in your diet or with supplementation. If you happen to get the flu or cold virus, double up on your Vitamin A for a few days to help enhance your immune system.
Vitamin E - Vitamin E also supports the immune system by stimulating the B-cells, which create antibodies that kill bacteria and viruses. Again, double up on Vitamin E for a few days to help stimulate your immune system's response in killing the cold or flu virus. You need a daily dose of 400-800 mg of Vitamin E.
Zinc - Zinc helps to increase the production of T-cells and white blood cells that fight against the cold and flu virus. Make sure you take extra zinc or include more foods that contain zinc in your diet while fighting a flu or cold virus.
Vitamin C - Vitamin C has been proven over and over in preventing the flu or cold. It also has a track record of shortening the duration and the severity of colds and flu viruses. Remember that your body can not absorb more than 200 mg at a time. What I recommend and do myself, is take at least 200 mg of Vitamin C every 2 hours for a few days while fighting a cold or flu virus.
Echinacea - Everyone has heard about echnacea. Echnacea can help shorten the duration and severity of cold and flu symptoms. This herb has been proven over and over again.
Golden Seal - Golden seal contains a natural antibiotic that can help prevent a bacterial infection from a cold or flu virus. It also helps clear mucus out of the lungs for fast removal of infection.
Garlic - Garlic has amazing anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral qualities. Taking garlic orally either from a fresh garlic clove (eat raw or lightly cooked) or pill form, this herb will help you fight against that flu or cold virus. If you take it in the pill form, take at least 500 mg 3 times a day. If you prefer to eat a fresh garlic clove instead, eat 1 clove 3 times a day.
Elderberry Extract - This herb has been found to also shorten the duration and severity of colds and flu. Take 500 mg of an extract that contains at least 5 percent flavanoids, 2 times a day until symptoms get better.
Astragalus Root - Astragalus root is believed to boost the immune system as well. It has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries as a combatant in fighting colds and the flu. It is also used to prevent illness and disease. As soon as cold or flu symptoms appear, take 500 mg until symptoms disappear completely.
Ginger - Ginger is a natural anti-viral herb. Ginger also helps ease aches and pains, reduces fever, and also will help you relax. Ginger is also an anti-septic and antioxidant.
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