Swine Flu: Prevention Holds The Key

By RAJGOPAL NIDAMBOOR

Swine flu is in the air, everywhere -- and, it presents a major threat.

For the deadly illness, there is just one answer -- an ounce of prevention is tantamount to a pound of cure.

Also, remember -- the simplest of preventative measures and medicines are, quite often, the best of cures.

HealthPrism suggests that you take the homoeopathic Influenzinum 200, or 1000, potency, 6-8 pills, twice [morning and night], daily, to keep the swine flu “bug” from the wolf’s door.

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Oscillococcinum 200, or 1000, potency, is another great preventative/curative remedy. Dosage: 6-8 pills, twice [morning and night], daily.

As far as natural herbs are concerned, you may include the following in your preventative and curative medicine kit: neem [Indian lilac], ginger, elderberry, cinnamon, and pepper; also, triphala, and echinacea.

Things To Do

1. Sanitise -- Wash your hands frequently... with soap and water. It is estimated that 80-85 per cent of all infections are spread by hands. If you can’t wash your hands regularly with soap, use hand-sanitisers, or lotions [Dettol, or Savlon].

2. Avoid -- Don't shake hands. Resort to Namaste.

3. Be Alert -- Swine flu symptoms are similar to regular flu: fever, body-aches, sore throat, cough, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhoea, and tiredness. When in doubt, seek professional medical attention. So far, it’s important to note, swine flu is treatable [and, utterly manageable].

ADDITIONAL INFO
KEEP SWINE FLU AT BAY

1. Wash your hands -- 4-5 times a day
   Use anti-bacterial soap/s to cleanse your hands. Wash for at least 15-20 seconds; rinse with running water.

2. Get enough sleep
   Try to get at least eight hours of good sleep, every night – sound sleep will keep your immune system in top flu-fighting gear.

3. Drink adequate water
   Drink 10-12 glasses of water, each day, to flush toxins from your system; maintain good moisture and mucous secretion in your sinuses too.

4. Perk up your immune system
   Keeping your body strong, well-nourished, and always ready-to-fight infection is important in flu prevention. Stick to whole grains, colourful, leafy vegetables, and vitamin-rich fruits. Take a vitamin C supplement [500-1,000 mg] -- daily.

5. Keep informed
   Keep yourself updated on information and act calmly. Don't panic.

6. Avoid alcohol/tobacco/nicotine

7. Be physically active
   Moderate exercise boosts your immune system by increasing circulation and also oxygenation in the body. For example, a brisk walk for 30 minutes, 4-5 times a week, will boost your immunity like no other activity.

8. Keep away from sick individuals
   Flu virus spreads when an affected individual coughs, or sneezes. As infected particles get dissipated in the air and “arrive at” someone else's nose, the result is evident. Swine flu. Well, if you have to be around someone who is ill, try to stay a few feet away from them; steer clear of physical contact.

9. Know when to get help
   Consult your physician/therapist, if you have cough and fever. Follow their instructions; and, take medicine/s as prescribed.

10. Stay away from crowded areas
    Avoid needless visits, or trips, and crowded places, especially railway stations, shopping malls, theatre complexes etc.,