First things first, don't panic. Be prepared, be aware and take natural precautions which will significantly decrease your chance of becoming infected.
Realize flu is spread either in the air (sneezing, coughing) or through direct contact such as hands. Germs stay on our hands for up to 3 hours. So when you go to the grocery store and push the grocery cart, those germs will be on your hands a long time.
Get plenty of rest and sleep.
Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and lean protein. Remember garlic and onions are nature's natural antibiotics. Take a multi-vitamin that has a high absorption rate into your cells. (Many go right through you without benefiting you and can even destroy your anti-oxidants, Vitamins A, C, and E. Your Orange juice is being destroyed by your multi vitamins from the grocery or health food store!)
Also take extra Vitamin D to help your body fight infection. Selenium helps your body overcome viruses. Selenium also helps to slow the aging process, so your bodies will thank you whether or not you are exposed to the flu.
Take a high-quality whey protein powder with your morning juice. Whey protein helps to both prevent and overcome disease. The right one can help you lose weight and have more energy while you are at it.
Of course Vitamin C is one of the most effective anti-oxidant to build your immune system. And in the end, a healthy immune system is what will protect you from any disease. I found a mutli vitamin with the vitamin C I need plus the minerals do not destroy all the vitamin C already in my system. Much more effective. I haven't had a cold or flue for years. You don't need to get the flu.
So, regarding the H1N1 Flu; the first line of defense is to wash your hands with the right soap and in the right way. It doesn't need to be expensive, just effective. It doesn't need to "take off your skin" just remove the germs! But first - How Do You Wash Your Hands?...Doesn't everybody know?
Have you ever been in the restroom and watched people wash their hands? Many - 60% according to the news - only use a splash of water, wipe on a towel and out the door. The soap must stay on your hands for at least 15 to 20 seconds. Rub the soap thoroughly all over your hands and work up a nice lather. Think about singing "Happy Birthday" to a friend twice. That is about the right amount of time to do a good job getting your hands clean. Get plenty of suds and get in between the fingers and all over your hands. Use a nail brush to get germs under your nails.
80% of germs are spread from our hands. Hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent disease.
So the most effective is washing our hands, what about the air we breathe? Many people are wearing masks and that is an effective method. However, using a nasal wash is inexpensive and very beneficial.
Bonnie Johnson has a back ground in nutrition and has studied and helped people with their health and wellness for over 26 years. There are things that work and don't cost a fortune. You just need to know where to look. For more tips to learn what ways are most effective and what you can use for maximum benefit and a reasonable cost, you can go to her web site at: http://www.TheSecretOfFeelingYounger.com/flu
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