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Natural Cold Remedy

May 14, 2007 |

Colds and flu are often viral infections. In fact, taking antibiotics would be ineffective for viral infections. Hence, there are actually no drugs that can be taken as a preventative measure against the common cold. While there are many over the counter drugs available to treat the symptoms of colds and flu, you are often just as well off taking herbal remedies, which have fewer side effects. Here are some of them:

Echinacea – Helps to stimulate your body’s natural production of anit viral substances to fight against cold germs. Often available in capsule form, take 900 milligrams of Echinacea per day.

Astragalus – This Chinese herb has immune-boosting properties, and also has anti-viral properties.Commonly found in capsule form, take up to 3600 milligrams per day.

Elderberry – Elderberry contains compounds that help fight the flu.Taken as soon as symptoms start, and continue taking it daily.Commercially available as syrups and lozenges, these can be taken as directed on the package.It is also available as tea, tincture and in capsule form.

Garlic – Garlic helps boost the immune system and fights bacteria and yeast. You can eat garlic in foods, but during cold season it is helpful to take a garlic supplement. It is readily available in capsule form. Take up to 5,000 micrograms per day.

Vitamins – Vitamin C and Zinc are known to help lessen the duration of colds as well as help keep the symptoms down. Take supplements in capsule form or in lozenge form during cold season and especially with the onset of any symptoms.

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