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Influenza
The flu, or influenza is a highly contagious viral infection of the lungs and upper respiratory tract that is accompanied by a fever, cough, and severe muscle aches. In the very young and the elderly, it is a major health concern that can cause hospitalization and even death.
The virus typically enters the body through the mucous membranes of the nose, eyes, or mouth. Flue epidemics are very common due to how easily it can be spread through coughing and sneezing. There are over 200 different varieties of viruses that can cause colds and the flu. Of these different strains, they are constantly mutating so vaccinations against influenza are only partly successful in preventing outbreaks.
Symptoms of the Flu
Early detection can greatly speed up recovery time
The early symptoms of the flu can look much like that of the common cold. Body aches, cough, fatigue, headache and hot and cold sweats are all early symptoms that can lead to a fever. A dry throat, cough and sometimes even nausea and vomiting are also common. The typical cold last 7-10 days and the flu usually last 12 days or longer. Ways to Help Recover Faster From the Flu
Recommendations to help ease the symptoms and speed up the recovery of the flu:Colds and Flu Protocol
Boost your immune system and stay healthy
Flu ProtocolThe three products are pieced together to synergisticly work together in boosting the immune system to help beat the flu and recover your health.
The product Innergy contains a combination of herbs that provides powerful nutrition for the immune system. Innergy contains clinically proven effective herbs such as Echinacea and Astragalus.
Vitamin A is essential for the maintenance of healthy epithelial tissue which is found in the skin, eyes, respiratory system, GI, and the urinary tract.
Vitamin C complex contains a composition of a 1:1 ratio of Ascorbic Acid to Citrus Bio-Flavanoids. Hesperidan, Rose Hips and Rutin are added to this blend, creating a superior anti-oxidant formula. It is especially important to take vitamin C daily, as it is used at a rapid rate and is not stored by the body.
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Vitamin D and the Flu
How you can prevent the flu without the flu shot.
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Who Should Get A Flu Shot?
I am personally against getting the flu vaccine. I feel that its risks far out weigh its benefits. However, if you are still interested in the flu vaccine, here is some information for you.The flu shot is an inactivated vaccine that is injected that can help the body to fight off or prevent the flu. Many choose to get the flu vaccine before flu season begins to help their body have an immunity to it.
The CDC recommends that the following people should get a flu shot:
1. People at high risk for complications from the flu, including:
2. People who live with or care for those at high risk for complications from flu, including:
To find a flu clinic near you, visit the Flu Clinic Locater brought to you by the American Lung Association.
What is Really In Your Flu Shot?
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Many Feel That Flu Shots Are a Bad Idea
The side effects may be worse than the flu itself
Many doctors and naturopaths do not recommend the flu vaccine. For one, their effectiveness is questionable and they can have severe side effects. Boosting and maintaining a healthy immune system may be a better option. Also, if you are allergic to eggs or chicken you should definitely not get a flu shot because the vaccine is produced by from chicken embryos.Other reasons to not take a flu shot include:
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What are your tricks to beating the flu? Do you think the vaccine is a good idea or a bad idea?
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