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Influenza

Also indexed as:Flu, H1N1 Virus, Swine Flu
Prepare yourself to fight the flu. Each year the flu hits millions, sometimes lingering for days, sometimes weeks. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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Related Topics

  1. Simple Precautions Against H1N1 ("Swine Flu")
  2. Common Cold/Sore Throat
  3. Sinus Congestion
  4. Sinusitis
Prepare yourself to fight the flu. Each year the flu hits millions, sometimes lingering for days, sometimes weeks. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Check out vitamin C

    Take at least 100 mg per day to reduce your flu risk

  • Give echinacea a go

    Take 3 to 5 ml of liquid formulas or 300 mg of powdered root supplements three times a day to help clear symptoms faster

  • Try black elderberry

    Taking 4 tablespoons (60 ml) of this herb a day may speed recovery; use 2 tablespoons (30 ml) for children

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