It's that time of year again....flu season.  I thought I might take a moment to remind all of my readers that there are some natural ways to beat the viruses and flus that are everywhere running rampant this season of the year. 

Just a few days ago, a friend emailed me, then another called me.  They had some very sad news.  A friend of mine, who was a great healer had passed away due to a heart attack.  His family was told that his heart attack was the result of his struggle to breathe due to flu complications. 

We are all told that we should get our annual flu shots, but I, like many others, have a lot of reservations about this (and this is only my opinion, you must decide for yourself).  There is a lot of controversy over these shots, just as there is controversy over the safety of vaccines.  Here is a video that really made me think even more about the controversy:


As I said earlier, you must decide for yourself.  Often, people who are very immune compromised may find that the benefit may be worth the risk.  But if you are someone who is looking for some natural ways to help protect yourself and your family this flu season, you might want to check out the link to some of the natural tried and true remedies I have posted in the past.  They are at the link below.

Silver Sol has the ability to destroy 143 types of bacteria, both forms of viruses, mold, yeast, and a limited number of parasites. It can also purify water (US Patent Office, Nov. 2006). Silver Sol can be used to treat over three hundred conditions; these are listed in the book A Fighting Chance by Dr. Gordon Pedersen.


Dr. Pedersen notes that Silver Sol functions as a non-toxic disinfectant for internal or external use as it comes in three forms: liquid, topical gel, and aerosolized. From toenail fungus to rashes, Silver Sol aids the immune system in reducing the bacteria, viruses, and mold it encounters.

People have been using mushrooms of various types for health benefits for thousands of years.  It is interesting to note that mushrooms are able to absorb the nutrients from whatever environment they grow in.  Science has now found that mushrooms are true superfoods. Check out this graphic that shows some of their benefits.

Some Nature's Sunshine Supplements that contain these superfoods are (be sure to scroll down the page on the following links for in depth information on these formulas): Immune Stimulator, Collustrum with Immune Factors,  Cordyceps and Immune System Pack.

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A garlic, onion and honey mixture to help fight sore throats, colds, flu, lung congestion and sinus problems.

Ingredients:


Fresh garlic cloves
1/2 onion, chopped
4 - 8 oz. honey

1. Use a 4-to-8-ounce jar with a tight lid. Fill the jar with unpeeled garlic cloves, and one-half chopped onion.
2. Cover onions and garlic with honey.
3. The combination creates an elixir. You may remove or leave in garlic and onions.

Many herbalist and natural healers wouldn't go through cold and flu season without certain remedies.  One of the remedies that are tried and true, even supposedly by such noted herbalists as Dr. John Christopher and Rosemary Gladstar, is Fire Cider.

Fire Cider

I use it as an effective, inexpensive tonic, in small quantities at the first sign of a cold or flu, or even to prevent myself from getting sick if someone else in the family has come down with a bug of some sort.  This remedy is truly amazing, and a must-have in my herbal pantry.


1 quart Organic Apple Cider Vinegar


1/2 cup Horseradish root grated


1/8 cup of Garlic chopped


1/2 cup of Onion chopped


1/2 cup of Ginger grated


1 tsp Cayenne


Directions


Place all ingredients in a quart jar and cover with Apple Cider Vinegar and Cover tightly.  Steep this mixture for 8 weeks, and then strain into a clean jar.


Uses


Can be rubbed into achy joints and sore muscles.


Soak a clean cotton cloth and place on chest for congestion.


Can be drank straight or in water or juice.  Start slow and don't over-do it at first.


Can be mixed with some honey to help ease a cough.


Note:  Be aware of your own individual heat tolerance.  Everyone is different.  You might want to experiment with quantity.