Get started straight away on one of the tried and tested remedies I will outline in this blog. It's never too late to support your immune system and stop the COLD or FLU dead in its tracks.
THE SOONER YOU START THE QUICKER THE RESULTS
THE SOONER YOU START THE QUICKER THE RESULTS
Herbal Medicines That Work
My family has successfully stopped the development of the first signs of cold and flu for several years now and I have not had a day sick since making use of these super effective formulations that are also available to you and your family. In my clinics, patients have also benefited from taking these highly effective natural medicines.
Echinacea, Siberian Ginseng and Andrographis
These herbs assist your immune system in fighting the nasty cold and flu virus. I will note some research studies at the end of this blog. Andrographis contains a bitter compound that makes your body inhospitable to the virus. Siberian Ginseng strengthens your body and immune system while the Echinacea also ramps up your immune response. These three herbs make a powerful combination and for coughs and congestion, work better than bromohexine(1).
Zinc & Vitamin A
Zinc is essential for your immune system, for healing and for over 200 enzyme reactions in the body. This mineral is difficult to obtain from foods grown in Australia's depleted soils but if you like oysters, then you can eat these to top up on your zinc intake. Vitamin A is essential for the strength of the mucous membrane lining of your respiratory tract which is your first defence against the cold or flu virus.
All In One Tablet
The makers of Australia's leading probiotic brand make a selection of professional strength natural medicines and supplements, including this Immune Defence formula. Make sure all the ingredients mentioned in this blog are present in the formulation as there is more than one product on the market called Immune Defence (or contact me for details 0421218469). Take one tablet every three hours at the first sign of cold or flu symptoms for one day. Often this will stop the illness and you can reduce the tablets. If the cold or flu has become well established, take one tablet three times daily until symptoms subside. For prevention, take one tablet daily. These doses are for adults and for children, please consult a Heath Care Professional.
If symptoms persist, see your health care provider.
If symptoms persist, see your health care provider.
Herbal Medicine Research
Relieving symptoms of the common cold, when used in combination with an herb called andrographis. Some clinical research shows that taking a specific combination product containing Siberian ginseng plus andrographis (Kan Jang, Swedish Herbal Institute) by mouth improves symptoms of the common cold when started within 72 hours of symptom onset. Some symptoms can improve after 2 days of treatment. However, it generally takes 4-5 days of treatment for the maximum benefit. Some research suggests this combination of Siberian ginseng and andrographis relieves cold symptoms in children better than echinacea. Also taking a specific product containing Siberian ginseng, echinacea, and malabar nut (Kan Jang, Swedish Herbal Institute) for 6 days appears to improve coughing and congestion better than taking the drug bromohexine(1).
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/985.html
What is echinacea?
Echinacea (say: "eck-in-ay-sha") is a herbal product that may help the body defend itself from the viruses that cause colds, sore throats, and the flu. You can find echinacea products in most pharmacies or health food stores.
Echinacea by B Kligler, M.D., M.P.H. (American Family Physician January 01, 2003, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20030101/77.html)
Zinc for the common cold.
AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS: Zinc administered within 24 hours of onset of symptoms reduces the duration and severity of the common cold in healthy people. When supplemented for at least five months, it reduces cold incidence, school absenteeism and prescription of antibiotics in children.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21328251
https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/985.html
What is echinacea?
Echinacea (say: "eck-in-ay-sha") is a herbal product that may help the body defend itself from the viruses that cause colds, sore throats, and the flu. You can find echinacea products in most pharmacies or health food stores.
Echinacea by B Kligler, M.D., M.P.H. (American Family Physician January 01, 2003, http://www.aafp.org/afp/20030101/77.html)
Zinc for the common cold.
AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS: Zinc administered within 24 hours of onset of symptoms reduces the duration and severity of the common cold in healthy people. When supplemented for at least five months, it reduces cold incidence, school absenteeism and prescription of antibiotics in children.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21328251
Special Consideration For Children
Sick children need special care. One moment your child may have a sniffle and the next he/she is lying limp in your arms. For Gold Coast residents, Giant’s Chemist at Pacific Fair has a Naturopath on duty Monday to Saturday. A Pharmacist is also always on duty and the medical centre offers bulk billing. If you are concerned with your child’s health, come in and speak with one of these friendly professional staff.
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