Flu & Cold Treatment and Prevention Remedy for Kids (of ALL ages) – Garlic Honey
Marina shows us her most effective natural cold & flu treatment and prevention remedy: GARLIC HONEY! Garlic is antibiotic and honey is antiseptic. Together they make a daily preventative tonic, a strengthening restorative or a remedial treatment. Taking it regularly over-time builds up one’s immune system naturally. MARINA’S BEGINNER’S TIP: When first trying out this remedy start out with very little garlic and lots of honey (as much as needed)! As you get used to it gradually increase the garlic portion to an entire clove. Using this method on children (in combination with having the child watch this clip will greatly improve the chances of long-term successful intake! GARLIC INFO: – Garlic is one of nature’s antibiotics because it fights against bacteria, virus, and protozoa (a type of parasite) in the body. Yet there are no nasty side effects as there are with taking antibiotics so there is no risk of wiping out good bacteria, lowering the immune system or building up a resistance. – A recent study found that the daily intake of garlic reduced the risk of volunteers catching a cold by half. The researchers also discovered that even when those who did catch the cold got over [...]
Tips for When Your Kids Have The Flu
The flu can be a dangerous illness, especially for children. Because of smaller body size, and developing systems, children are at an increased risk with regards to all the symptoms of the flu. Adults usually don’t get the stomach-related symptoms that deprive a child of nutrients when they need them most. Treating the Flu Conventionally If your children contract the flu, it is vital for them to get plenty of rest. Don’t allow them to engage in strenuous exercise or play. Even if they do not feel fatigued for the first few days, be firm. The body must be in a state of rest if it is to cope with the sickness brought by the virus. Don’t forget to give your children plenty of fluids. Water is especially helpful, as are isotonic sport drinks. Because children with the flu can also get diarrhea, replacing lost salts and water soluble vitamins is crucial to their recovery. If your children use alcohol or tobacco, you will need to see to it that they stop. Both these substances cause damage to the immune system, thereby making the entire flu experience worse. Children and teenagers should also avoid taking aspirin [...]
Docs told to avoid 1 flu shot brand for small kids
Docs told to avoid 1 flu shot brand for small kids (AP) — A government panel is recommending doctors steer clear of giving one brand of flu vaccine to young children this year because of problems with it in Australia and New Zealand. Read more on PhysOrg
Tips for Parents to Know How to Help the Kids With the Cold or Flu
It’s that time again…either the kids or the parents start to feel under the weather. It isn’t hard to know that an illness is coming on. You know it’s either the cold or the flu and know full well that the next week is going to be a living nightmare. But, how can you tell the difference between the cold and flu? And, what do you do when you figure it out? Both the cold and the flu are respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. The cold lasts a little bit longer, usually one week. The flu is much more intense, but only lasts about 4 – 5 days. Yet, the flu is more serious. The cold always begins with the inhalation through the nostrils of a tiny strand of the cold virus floating around somewhere, or an object. The virus starts in the nostrils. Your body then tries fighting it off by sending out mucous and making you sneeze and cough a lot. The symptoms get worse in the next 48 hours, then finally start to mellow out. However, it is contagious about 2 days before you get the common [...]