L.J. Steele - How To Take Charge of Your Colds, Flu and Lung Infections

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A nd the earth brought forth grass and herb yielding seed after his kind, and the tree yielding fruit, whose seed was in itself, after his kind: and God saw that it was good. Genesis 1:12

Sore throat can be painful and is one of the symptoms of the flu virus, along with fever, chills, cough, runny nose, headache, and body ache. Your body's immune system plays a vital role in defending your body against various viruses and bacteria. It is important to strengthen your immunity through the laws of health. Good nutrition including herbs, exercise, inhaling adequate fresh air, adequate sunshine, daily water intake, being temperate in all things, getting adequate rest and trust in God.

Sore throat is a symptom of an invader whether bacterial or viral in nature. It is important that your immune system is at its best to counteract any invaders. There are certain elements that can help you achieve this. Sunshine for example, helps increase your vitamin D levels at its optimum. If however, you live in a country that has very little sunshine you can supplement with D3. Exercise is another important element that can boost your immune system.

Gods true remedies have always been the source of living health. These remedies include the use of water, both internally and externally, sunlight to increase your immune system and activate vitamin D properties, adequate wholesome nutrition that promote optimal usage of the vitamins and minerals, consistent physical activity for strong muscles and bones, restorative lung capacity through deep breathing exercises, sufficient sleeping pattern to repair the brain and other organs in the body, temperance, exercising self-control in all things and trust in God. Knowing that God hears your prayer and trusting that he has your best interest at heart.

Christ is the true head of the medical profession. The chief Physician, He is at the side of every God-fearing practitioner who works to relieve human suffering. While the physician uses nature's remedies for physical disease, he should point his patients to Him who can relieve the maladies of both the soul and the body. That which physicians can only aid in doing, Christ accomplishes. They endeavor to assist nature's work of healing; Christ Himself is the healer. The physician seeks to preserve life; Christ imparts life. (MH 1905) Whether we treat ourselves due to an unforeseen illness or we help friends and family with the remedies God has given us, it is important to remember all healing comes from Christ and the mind and heart should be directed to him while applying these remedies.

G arlic is a very powerful herb that is known for killing infections. There are amazing benefits of garlic. Its main enzyme is called allicin which inadvertently is only released when crushed. This pungent aroma is packed full of goodness. It can be used as an antifungal as well as antidiarrheal. According to Shrivastava and Garg (2008) In a study conducted to determine if allicin was a potent antibiotic for skin infection, it was determined that the extract used showed a significant antibacterial effect on gram-positive and gram-negative bacterial strains. This is significant as these bacterial strains are responsible for various diseases in humans. A person with a sore throat could benefit from this as the source of sore throat is the streptococcus bacteria. Garlic is believed to possess antibiotic properties; garlic can also be used to relieve chest congestion. It improves blood circulation and has a long history of use as an antiviral agent. Garlic was also used to treat viral infections. It has antiviral effects on influenza virus, herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). Garlic can be used for sore throat by both internal and external means. Internally this herb can be used for sore throat in the form of garlic juice or garlic tablets which are available at most health food stores. garlic juice, on the other hand, must be prepared by crushing garlic cloves with a mortar and pestle until a thick juice is formed. If you do not have fresh garlic cloves then you may use dried crushed garlic, but take note that the medicinal properties may be weaker than fresh garlic.

B lack seed has been used for centuries to treat respiratory tract infections and is known as the most effective remedy. Black seeds are very powerful, but they should be taken in small doses, so that there arent any negative side effects.

To use black seed for sore throat, it can be mixed with honey,as honey has antibacterial benefits, the combination is astounding.

Black seed is predominantly found in the Middle East and India, but it can also be found in other countries. Black seed is a small round herb that looks like sesame seeds with the difference being its color, which ranges from a deep black to brown or grayish black.

The active ingredient of the black seed oil is thymoquinone, which has been studied for decades by scientists around the world due to its ability to have an anti-inflammatory effect on sore throat and colds. This property helps relieve soreness during infection.

Numerous studies demonstrate that black seed oil (thymoquinone) has anti-inflammatory properties, which help sore throat and colds. It also protects cells against free radicals produced during the body's fight with invaders. To consume it as a herbal treatment, one can crush black seed into powder then mix honey to make a paste consistency and take orally.

Research has been done on this powerful plant and has shown promising success. A randomized trial done in Pakistan has shown how black seed and honey was used to treat persons afflicted with Covid 19 symptoms, such as cough, fever, sore throat and shortness of breath. The black seed composition was shown to alleviate these symptoms within 6 days compared to 13 days in a control group. The treatment group received 1g/kg/day of honey and 80mg/kg/day of nigella sativa for 13 days .They were given the treatment 2-3 times per day .The honey was dissolved in 250 mls of warm water and blackseed was given in capsule form .

For thousands of years, turmeric is known as the herb that treats inflammation and assists in wound healing. It is commonly used as a spice in foods that give it its yellow tint and flavor. Turmeric is extracted from the rhizomes of Curcuma Longa.Turmeric helps to stabilize the body and has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, that are vital for the health and wellbeing of the individuals. The liver is a major organ responsible for detoxifying the body. Its function is inhibited at times by bad eating and drinking habits. Turmeric is made to protect the liver from toxins and stimulate the gallbladder, thereby boosting immunity.

Turmeric has been used for sore throat, colds, and upper respiratory tract infections. This is because turmeric helps with inflammation of the throat as well as coughing up mucus. It also helps to heal sore throats by reducing swelling in the area around them.