When Grandma Steps In – Tension Around Swine Flu Eases

First, to treat a specific disease, you need to closely understand its symptoms. Swine flu is named for its nature as an endemic disease (with clear ecological traits and boundaries) that spread from pig to pig, like a domino effect. Similarly, humans catch the flu, with one patient spreading it to everyone.

Our acquaintance, the virus strain H1N1, was first identified in 2009. When it spread rapidly among humans, even causing death in some cases, it became clear that it does not affect only pigs.

Symptoms of Swine Flu

·         High fever

·         Deep and frequent cough

·         Migraines

·         Loss of appetite

·         Nasal congestion

·         Rheumatic pains

·         Digestive issues

Diagnosis is performed by laboratory testing of samples from nasal or throat secretions, and results are usually available within 24 hours.

H1N1 virus (photo: Shutterstock)

What are Grandma's natural tips for treating the disease?

Echinacea, olive leaves, black elderberry, codonopsis, ginseng, vitamins A and C, zinc, basil leaves, garlic, turmeric, aloe vera, fresh citrus fruits and other fruits rich in vitamin C—this is just a partial list we've drawn from Grandma's old lists for treating swine flu.

While starting your day chewing a fresh garlic clove may not be desirable, it strengthens the immune system and helps protect us from various viruses.

Turmeric is a miracle plant, and according to Grandma, due to its anti-inflammatory properties, it not only helps cleanse the liver but also significantly contributes to the skin and strengthens the immune system. Many tend to associate swine flu with various digestive issues. Are they right? Grandma nods in agreement. Those with good digestion have a rare chance of contracting various infectious diseases, especially if they take preventive measures such as consuming probiotics daily, found in fermented foods like natural yogurt and sauerkraut.

Physical Education – It's Never Too Late to Start

And if Grandma says so, Grandma knows. Morning walks allow the body to fill with photons it desperately needs to maintain and stabilize the lungs.

Personal Hygiene

According to Grandma, it is advised to maintain personal hygiene and wash hands several times a day—with warm water and soap, scrubbing hands thoroughly for at least 20 seconds. Double this time after touching various public surfaces that many others have touched before you (including door handles, elevator buttons, public restrooms, etc.).

Important note: The tips do not substitute for professional consultation with a doctor in any case of concern. 

With a warm and especially heartfelt blessing from Grandma, wishing you a healthy and pleasant winter!