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In the last few days have been watching the media's attention to speed us to the possible shortage of vaccines in swine influenza H1N1. We are warned that the H1N1 virus will hit this winter in pandemic proportions. Many of us are frankly puzzled as the prevention / treatment approach for us and for family members. As a practicing herbalist, I have asked my opinion on this provocative question.
Vaccinations are sometimes necessary. Older people,People with compromised immune systems and very young children must be protected. Caregivers are required and are often not sufficient. Therefore, carers and educators have become more vaccinated. With this said, the decision to vaccinate should be carefully considered. It is useful and easy ways for you and your family to protect, without vaccination, the choice is still ours? Of course not, and one possibility is to use a herbal approach.
Herbalism asPrevention, everything revolves around personal responsibility, responsibility for oneself and others. If you are ill, to prevent others from being so self quarantine. Most employers have seen the ill H1N1 virus as a threat serious enough to encourage their employees to use their sick days when your feeling. Some even allow employees to take days, even though exhaust your sick time.
Prevention in this case and all health concerns, it is worth consideration.Especially for this flu season should build your immune system is your biggest concern.
Herbs, the generation system and the immune system can still be taken sick are:
A stragulus (Astragalus Membranaceus) - A strong immune system enhancer. Best taken before cold and flu season strikes, it builds the body's immune system.
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus Senticos) - has anti-viral and strengthen the immune systemSystem.
Codonopsis Root (Codonopis Pilosulae) - To immunodeficiency and frequent infections
Schizandra berries (Schizandra chinensis) - strengthen the immune system of the body
Reishi Mushroom - (Ganoderma lucidum) - stimulates the immune system
All the above herbs can be used as a tea or tincture during this flu season will be placed on a preventive basis.
Things to doIf you feel bad:
Know your body and recognize the symptoms of the disease. Everybody starts to feel ill in any other way, fatigue, sore throat, headache, nausea, chills, etc. The first time a disease environment is very important in treating this disease. A herbal approach to treat influenza, which contains all of the following: clearing toxins and increasing requirements to kill excess sweat, germs and reduces fever, pain, stiffness and congestion.
His isachieved by promoting a natural reaction of the immune system.
- Early symptoms of flu - a sweating remedies as Osha Root (Ligusticum porter), which may be adopted to encourage, is sweating and help eliminate toxins. Osha Root was used by Native Americans to treat colds, flu and upper respiratory infections. It is a powerful antibacterial, anti-flamatory and antiseptic herbs. A tea or tincture can be taken Osha in small doses, one every half hourHour.
- If cold symptoms are inflammation, take an herbal antibiotic or anti-microbial - such as Golden Seal (Hydrastis canadensis) or Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea), in tea or tincture of up to seven days. These are both powerful herbs and should be considered as such.
- If you are overworked, have a cough or mucus present use - expectorant, astringent, antispasmodic and cabbage. Echinacea can kill germs and dried mucus. Echinacea is a plant for drying, soShould not occur if you have a dry cough. Use to help a steam bath with herbs of mint (peppermint) and Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globules), with congestion. Other herbs that can help: Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) are, mullein (Verbascum Thapsus) and bird cherry (Prunus Serotina), Elecampane (Inula helenium) and thyme (Thymus vulagris).
- For a sore throat - Use a soothing mucilaginous (a plant that contains moisture) and marshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) Slippery Elm and(Ulmus rubra). OSHA may also be taken to reduce inflammation, is anesthezie the pacifier. A gargle made from yarrow, sage (Salvia officinalis) and / or echinacea.
- For ear infections - an ear infection usually starts in the neck and spread to the inner ear through the eustachian tube. Use a similar anti-microbial - garlic, echinacea, mullein, and / or meadowsweet (Filipendula ulmaria) for pain.
- To use Fever Fever is a plant that lowers fever means (a)and diaphoretic (promotes sweating), such as: - Ginger, Boneset relieve - pain, peppermint, elder flowers, catnip (particularly good for young children) and yarrow.
There is much to say about the use of herbs topically to prevent the spread of infection. According to the story were in Toulouse, France rob during the time of fever and four thieves stealing from the dead without becoming ill from the plague. When finally arrested and sentenced to deathfor their actions, a judge who owes his life when his secret of how to treat can remain immune to the sick body and exhibits. Their secret is a formula of herbs and essential oils that is antimicrobial, astringent and antiseptic properties!
ou can easily create a similar formula as a room spray and hand sanitizer to use for yourself and others from disease. Use two ounces of distilled water to 1 / 2 oz vodka and add 30-40 dropsThe following essential oils: sage, thyme, frankincense, pine, lavender, rosemary and oregano. Shake well and spray on surfaces and hands in the air.
Above all, common sense, if you do not feel bad, cold, raw foods, dairy products, warm clothing, and get the rest your body needs. They eat lots of garlic in your diet, miso soups, broths and organic vegetables. Take care of yourself and others, this flu season!
"The above information is not intended for diagnosis or treatment of influenza,and evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration was "
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