Strategies for viruses and lung support

Prevention strategies for viruses and flu 

·      Handwashing for 30 seconds with liquid soap

·      Stay home if you are sick with fever, cough or respiratory problems

·       Foundations: Remember the importance of a simple diet with low sugar, hydration, stress management, exercise, and sleep.  These are crucial for the immune system

·       Elderberry 1 tsp 1-2 times a day (https://drappleseed.com/)

·       Fire cider 1 Tbs 1-2 times a day (https://herbalachia.com/fire-cider-recipe/)

·      Garlic: 1-2 cloves a few times a day or with meals

·       Vitamin C 1000mg 1-2 times a day

·       Mushrooms 2-3 gram per day (turkey tail and reishi (https://www.realmushrooms.com/)

·       Zinc 30mg

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If you have flu-like symptoms (fever, cough, respiratory symptoms)...All of the above are helpful along with:

·      Increase the elderberry 1-2 tsp up to 4-5 times day

·      Increase Vitamin C 1-2000mg, 3-8 times, to bowel tolerance

·      Andrographis (kold kare, https://karenherbs.com)

·      NAC 600mg twice a day (protects the lungs and mucous membranes, and is anti-oxidant)

·      Probiotic orthobiotic 100 billion

·      Wise woman CE 2, (cough elixir 2) for cough and respiratory sickness

·      Hydrotherapy: warming socks every night, contrast with every shower

• Warming Socks

This treatment increases circulation and decreases upper respiratory congestion. It is also useful for acute infections.

Soak a pair of thin cotton socks with cold water. Soak your feet in a warm bath. Wring socks out thoroughly and place them on your feet. Cover the cold socks with a second pair of thick, dry wool socks. Go directly to bed to avoid getting chilled. Keep the socks on overnight.

• Contrast shower:

At the end of your shower, do 3 minutes of hot water, 30 seconds of cold water with 3 rotations, ending on cold

Immune Boost Soup

• 1 small yellow onion, chopped
• 1-5 cloves garlic, chopped or crushed (to taste)

• 1 tsp - 3 Tbl. grated fresh ginger root (to taste) • Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Shiitake mushrooms 1⁄2 cup sliced
• 1 quart chicken or mushroom broth
• 3 tablespoons of fresh, minced parsley
• 1 grated carrot

Directions:

1. Combine the broth, onion, ginger, garlic, mushrooms and simmer for 15-20 minutes.

2. Remove from the heat and add lemon juice, carrot and parsley. Put cover on pan and steam for 5 minutes,

Eat 1-4 times a day.

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Important Disclaimers: This blog is educational and it does not constitute or replace medical advice. The information contained here has not been evaluated by the FDA. Consult your healthcare provider for any interventions that might be appropriate for your personal needs and circumstances, especially if you have any medical conditions, are taking medications, or are pregnant or nursing, or if you are acutely ill.