Natural strategies for colds and flu

Cold and Flu Treatment with Intravenous Vitamin Therapy
It seems like some of us just can't get through cold and flu season without getting sick. Catching the occasional cold may be normal, but some people seem to be more susceptible, getting several colds a year. We all know people who always say they're going to get a flu shot, but never end up going through with it - and every year, without fail, they get a bad case of the flu that lays them up in bed for 2 weeks!

Antibiotics aren't the answer!
Many people who catch a cold go to their doctor and demand antibiotics. And even though colds are caused by a virus, some doctors give antibiotics to patients who request them just to make them happy. This has contributed to the now-widespread problem of antibiotic resistance. Of course, colds and flu can linger, and bacterial infections, such as sinusitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia, can set in. In such cases, antibiotics are appropriate treatment.

Why do I always get a cold or the flu?
If you get a lot more colds or flu than most people, you could have a depressed immune system. As you might expect, certain people, such as organ-transplant recipients or HIV patients, are much less able to fend off infection. If you have rheumatoid arthritis, you might not realize that taking many of the new drugs for RA, such as Enbrel or Humira, can severely depress your immune system.

But what if you don't have any of these problems, and you still get sick with colds and flu frequently? You could be "burning the candle at both ends" - stressing yourself out - which can cause lowered immunity. There is a very real reason behind this: stress causes your adrenal glands to produce high levels of cortisol, which has benefits such as reducing inflammation, but also strongly suppresses your immune system!


Goji Berries

Goji berries or sometimes called wolf berries, are rich in immune boasting compounds known as Lycium barbarum polysaccharides, most often referred to as polysaccharides. Research show that these compounds enhance the body’s ability to resist disease. The polysaccharides in Goji berries have a chemical structure similar to substances found in echinacea and maitake mushrooms which are known for their ability to support a healthy immune system.


Goji berries are also a rich source of vitamin C and zinc, which you know from my articles, both are known to protect against disease and aid in recovery. They are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins and trace minerals which is vital on giving you the ability to strengthen your immune system so that your bodies can fight off against infections such as flu and influenza.

Vitamin D and influenza
Vitamin D from sunlight or supplements reduces the risk of influenza.

Two randomized controlled trials found reduced incidence of influenza for those taking higher doses of vitamin D. A study involving African-American postmenopausal women in New York found a 60% reduced risk of colds and influenza for those taking 800 IU/d vitamin D3 and 90% reduced risk for those taking 2000 IU/d.

According to an observational study, vitamin D provides protection against influenza. This occurs when vitamin D levels in the blood are more than 38 ng/mL (95 nmol/L).

Prevention
High levels of vitamin D may prevent or lower the risk of influenza. Vitamin D may also reduce symptoms of influenza and reduce the risk of developing pneumonia following influenza. Vaccines strengthen the body’s ability to fight infection. Therefore, combining high levels of vitamin D and anti-influenza vaccines provide the best protection.

Vitamin D
Based on several studies, raising vitamin D blood levels to 40 ng/ml (100 nmol/l) may reduce the risk of influenza. For most people, this involves taking 1000–5000 international units (IU) (25–125 mcg)/day of vitamin D during the influenza season.

Treatment
On average, 2000-5000 IU/day vitamin D3 may provide protection against influenza. Vitamin D3, the true form of vitamin D, is produced in the skin. Larger doses of vitamin D taken for a short time strengthen the immune system. This allows the body to fight infection


In Russia, Rhodiola rosea also known as "Golden root", has been used for centuries to cope with the cold Siberian climate and stressful life. But before describing this unusual herb, let's say a few words about stress itself. In Middle Asia, Rhodiola Rosea tea was the most effective treatment for cold and flu during severe Asian winters.



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Lactobacillus inhibits viruses and stimulates the immune system.