Using herbs for fighting flu and other respiratory tract infections has a long history. From Chinese traditional medicine 5,000 years ago to cutting edge research in medical laboratories around the world we have documentation of how effective herbal remedies can be against flu symptoms. Drinking enough liquid and staying hydrated is an important part of… Continue reading Using Herbs for Flu Symptoms
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4 Treating Flu Symptoms
Fatigue, sore throat, runny nose, cough, head and body aches, fever and chills are uncomfortable symptoms of the flu. We would like these symptoms to go away as soon as possible so we look in the drugstore or medicine cabinet for antihistamines, aspirin or acetaminophen. Yes, they can suppress some flu symptoms but it may… Continue reading 4 Treating Flu Symptoms
Natural Remedies Preventing From Flu
The flu is another one of those diseases, like the common cold, for which there is no cure. Prevention is the best strategy and there are some herbal methods to inhibit the flu virus. Oregano has been used by traditional Chinese doctors for centuries. The volatile oil of oregano contains two expectorants that help loosen… Continue reading Natural Remedies Preventing From Flu
Kitchen Herbs to Treat the Flu
Each year the flu mutates a little bit so we have a different virus to fend off. Certain tried and true methods of dealing with flu symptoms start right in your kitchen. Chicken Soup for the Flu Don’t scoff! Research has shown that your mother or grandmother had the right idea. Chicken broth is nourishing,… Continue reading Kitchen Herbs to Treat the Flu
Herbal Flu Relief
During flu season it is helpful to have a listing of medicinal herbs and preparations to provide herbal flu relief. Fever and Chills Use a tea made with a few slices of fresh ginger to get rid of the chills. Ginger is a warming herb and the strong taste can be sweetened with some honey. … Continue reading Herbal Flu Relief