Siloam Editors - 21 Secret Remedies for Colds and Flu: Build Your Immune System and Stay Healthy—Naturally!

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21 SECRET REMEDIES FOR COLDS AND FLU edited by Siloam

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CONTENTS

R EGARDLESS OF WHERE you live, after the recent nasty winters that have affectedeven those living in the more southerly regions of the United States, the onset ofwinter often produces the dreaded thought of colds, flu, and other dangerous virusesfloating through the air. They can be deadly: flu is linked to about twenty thousanddeaths in the United States annually, and about one hundred thirty thousand peoplego to a hospital each year with the flu. So its no wonder that when people thinkabout the possibilities of colds and flu, they often say, Yeech!

As much as we dislike these imbalances and their effects, though, natural medicinepractitioners see a cold as your bodys attempt to cleanse itself of toxins, wastes,bacteria, and mucus that have built up to the point of overwhelming the immune system.The same is true with influenza (or flu), which is an acute viral infection of theupper respiratory tract or digestive tract caused by a rhinovirus. The flu can beginwith symptoms that resemble the common cold, but the infection is generally moresevere, highly contagious, and longer lasting. Besides lingering fatigue and weakness,influenza can make a person more susceptible to pneumonia, sinus problems, bronchitis,and ear infections. People older than sixty can be seriously affected by the flu,which is the fifth-leading cause of death in the elderly.

However, fighting colds and flu starts long before the thermometer plunges. Thereare many commonsense, natural methods you can take to build your bodys immunity.Prevention starts with eating healthy foods such as mushrooms, vegetables, oats,and peppers, and avoiding bad ones, particularly sugar. Vitamins, minerals, and supplementshelp supply your body with substances often missing from the modern diet. Good hygienehabits, such as washing your hands regularly and caring for your skin and teeth,will reduce your chances of getting sick. So will getting adequate sleep and rest,reducing stress levels, and incorporating outdoor activity into your lifestyle. Gettingoutside during good weather provides you with more sunshine-induced vitamin D andputs you in touch with the soil and other healthy aspects of nature. Lowering yourweight, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure will also leave you less susceptibleto viruses.

Exercise is another preventive measure that will lessen your chances of coming downwith colds or flu during bad weather. So will a positive mental outlook. Stayingin touch with friends and loved ones, and taking time to laugh (and pray) each daywill help you avoid the loneliness and depression that afflict millions in Americansociety. A body weakened by the blues is more susceptible to viruses of all kinds,which is why you need to get regular checkups, so you can confide in your doctorabout any personal problems that may be affecting your overall health.

Even if all these measures fail and you wind up getting sick, avoid reaching forthe nearest over-the-counter medication. There are many natural remedies that canhelp cure what ails you, without adverse side effects. We have sought to compilea quick reference guide to help you the next time you find yourself concerned aboutcold and flu season. Hopefully, armed with good information, you will be able toavoid the yeechs that sideline too many people.

Content from this book was adapted from the following previously published Siloambooks:

Calbom, Cherie. The Juice Ladys Big Book of Juices and Green Smoothies. Lake Mary,FL: Siloam, 2013.

Cherry, Reginald. The Bible Cure. Lake Mary, FL: Siloam, 1998.

Colbert, Don. The Bible Cure for Colds and Flu. Lake Mary, FL: Siloam, 2004.

. Toxic Relief. Lake Mary, FL: Siloam, 2012.

Dauphin, Leslie Ann. The Germ Handbook. Lake Mary, FL: Siloam, 2005.

Maccaro, Janet. Natural Health Remedies. Lake Mary, FL: Siloam, 2003.

E VER SINCE THE Industrial Revolution we have poured dangerous chemicals and pollutantsinto our streams, soil, and air. As a result, through both food and environment,you are exposed daily to pesticides, food additives, solvents, and other chemicalsand hazardous substances.

For example, at this moment you probably have some amount of lead in your body, usuallystored in your bones. Most people have small amounts of DDT (or its metabolite DDE,which is what it changes into during metabolism) in their fatty tissues. Lead, oneof the most commonly used metals (other than iron), is used for manufacturing batteries,chemicals, and other metal products. Lead has contaminated our entire planet, landingin some of the most remote areas on the planet.

Such toxic exposure can put us at hazard of fatal diseases such as cancer and, morecommonly, sicknesses such as colds and flu. While these are seemingly inconsequential,we mentioned in the introduction that the flu is the fifth-leading cause of deathin people over age sixty. Awareness of toxicity in your environment is the first step to reducing the substancesand influences that can land you in a sickbed.

INGESTING TOXINS

Today going to the doctor and getting antibiotics at the first sign of the snifflesis about as common as eating a peanut butter sandwich. Dont be too quick to do this.If you have had repeated bouts of antibiotics, or even a single bout of super antibiotics,then you could be at risk for developing an overgrowth of yeast and dangerous intestinalbacteria.