Preventing Flu Virus Infection
January 27th, 2012
Natural flu remedies can can use and practice today. Trying to prevent the flu is easier today with the available natural flu remedies.• Be Hygiene cognizant. Although the most prevalent method of transmitting flu is through infected droplet inhalation, , it is also spread by indirect contact with a contaminated object. The virus can then be transferred to the hands of the uninfected person, then go into the human body through open cavities that will be touched by the person, like his eyes, ears, nose and mouth. Thus, the most effective way to prevent infection is to wash hands and face regularly. Washing with soap may only remove transient dirt and germs and too much use of ordinary antibacterial soap may cause skin to be dry. A mild, liquid antibacterial solution may be more appropriate. Or you may use an advance hygiene kit, which are available in the market. With your face, a solution of water and dilute iodine may help you remove harmful microorganisms has lodged on your skin.• Eat nutritious food. You must eat healthy and consume immunity strengthening foods. Consume a lot of immuno-strengthening foods like fruits, vegetables, poultry, dairy products and meat products. It is the phytochemicals in plant sources which makes them beneficial for the immune system. It is recommended to take at least 5 to 9 servings of fruits (blueberries, cranberries, apples,etc) and vegetables (cauliflower, cabbage,carrots,brocolli,etc) daily. Avoid consuming too much carbohydrates or sugar as high sugar level in the blood makes you susceptible to infection.• Take nutritional supplements regularly. The occurence of nutritional deficiencies can be prevented by taking nutritional supplements. We need all nutrients in their appropriate amounts for optimum health. Since our diets most likely cannot give them all, nutritionalsupplements can fill in those gaps. Below is a list of some supplements that can boost the immune system.- Vitamin C: It’s a well known fact that we should take Vitamin C in winter to maintain our health. You can drink orange juice daily and keep yourself healthy.- Probiotics: They help in improving immune response by fighting off the infection. They may defend against pathogens by means of competitive inhibition and there is evidence to suggest that they improve immune function by increasing our fighter cells or natural killer cells.- Cod Liver Oil: It positively transforms the immune response of your body. It is also one of nature’s greatest source of Vitamin A and Vitamin D.- Coconut oil: The lauric acid found in this supplement has anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-protozoal properties. The end-product of lauric acid which is monolaurin destroys viruses.- Whole food supplements: Herbs and spices have long been used in homeopathic or natural remedies. Goldenseal, elderberry, garlic, ginger and oregano have anti-microbial properties and also relieves symptoms of flu infection.
