Fight a Flu Naturally
Many Americans prefer to forego modern medicine when it comes to fighting the flu. Here are some tips for when you have the bug.
Instructions
1. Stay hydrated. If water is not appealing, try diluted fruit juice or herbal tea.
2. Give yourself time off - rest is important in fighting a flu.
3. Boost your immune system with Vitamin C every few hours.
4. Use herbs such as echinacea and goldenseal which are said to help with influenza, also try ginger tea to settle your stomach.
5. Take slippery elm and marshmallow for an irritated throat and cough.
6. Try to swallow 2 garlic pills 3 times a day; these act as an antiboitic and are said to cleanse the system.
7. Inhale eucalyptus oil by putting five drops in a hot bath or a cup of water.
8. Start with broth (chicken or vegetable) and dry crackers once you can tolerate food.
9. Dissolve a zinc lozenge under your tongue every two hours, not only are these a great immunostimulant, they will also make your throat feel better.
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