Natural Cures for Swine Flu (H1N1)

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Indexed  July 30, 2009

IntroSwine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza viruses. Outbreaks of swine flu happen regularly in pigs. People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen. Most commonly, human cases of swine flu happen in people who are around pigs but it’s possible for swine flu viruses are very contagious and can spread from person to person also.SymptomsThe symptoms of swine flu in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue.Medicines, Herbal and Natural RemedyOseltamivir, Tamiflu, Relenza for the treatment and/or prevention of infection with these swine influenza viruses. Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaler) that fight against the flu by keeping flu viruses from reproducing in your body. If you get sick, antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and make you feel better faster. They may also prevent serious flu complications. For treatment, antiviral drugs work best if started soon after getting sick (within 2 days of symptoms).Herbal remedies, although they can not cure the flu, can stimulate the immune system to better combat the effects of the flu while relieving symptoms and speeding recovery. There are a several herbs that are well known for their anti-viral and immune-boosting properties.Echinacea is considered by many to be the best overall herbal remedy against viruses. Echinacea works best as a preventative measure and with the possibility of a swine ...   See the complete post here