Flu (Influenza):
• The influenza virus attacks the respiratory tract
Symptoms to look for:
• Severe weakness • Body pain • Fever • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Cough • Running nose • Watery eyes • The body temperature touches 104°F
Causes:
• It is a highly contagious condition which can spread via: o Coughing or sneezing of the infected person o Sharing handkerchiefs or other common items with the patient
Natural home remedy using honey and cinnamon powder:
1. Take 1 tsp of honey in a bowl 2. Place it in 1 bowl of hot water to make it warm 3. Add a pinch of cinnamon powder to the honey 4. Mix well 5. Have this 2 times a day
Natural home remedy using onion and honey:
1. Take 1 mashed onion 2. Press it on a sieve and extract the juice 3. Add 1 tbsp of honey 4. Mix well 5. Drink 1 tsp 3 times a day
Natural home remedy using fenugreek powder, lemon juice, honey and ginger paste:
1. Take 1 glass of hot water 2. Add 4 tsp of fenugreek powder 3. Add 4 tsp of lemon juice 4. Add 1 tsp of honey 5. Add 1 tsp of ginger paste 6. Mix well 7. Boil for 15 min
• This remedy enhances sweating and reduces fever.
Tips:
• Inhaling steam cleans the respiratory tract • Increase garlic intake as it restricts the growth of the influenza virus
These remedies are based on the principles of Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of healing, and are completely natural, non-invasive, and can be prepared at home. Consult your doctor if the symptoms persist. Refer to the terms of use. |
