Recovery from Flu and The Common Cold
Enjoy these helpful tips as indeed prevention as well as helping your recover, restore your health if you are having a flu or cold.
It seems very clear that since 2021 lots of people are clearly suffering from a lowered immune system! Resulting in multi occurrences of flu and severe colds that are taking longer to recover from. Therefore I decided to make a dedicated page on our website which will hopefully be of some help should you need it.
Below you will find lots of helpful information and really good videos.
Once inspired to get various supplements of extra advice then I can highly recommend the Rode Pilar in Bergen op Zoom. Excellent very knowledgeable staff and offer a huge range of top quality natural products that can help so very much.
Their website, address etc is below in this page.
As any good extra tips come through, I will update this page and post new material on the bottom of this page.
ENJOY!
Happy healthy chi, Tony.
5 Best Acupressure Points for Fever, Cold and Flu
Most of us don’t take common colds, flu and fever seriously but by doing so; we actually underestimate the real impact that these small maladies might have on our health in the long run. It is impossible to your 100% at job, in home or anywhere else if you are constantly pestered by these chronic diseases and colds and flues have a tendency to linger in the body slowly weakening the body’s defense power and immune system, making it weak and lowering the energy level of the body. Acupressure and reflexology has been proved useful in curing various kinds of diseases and it can be effectively used in keeping the symptoms of cold and flu at bay.
Click here to view website and see all the acupressure points
https://www.modernreflexology.com/treat-cold-flu-fever-with-acupressure-points/
Always consult your doctor or health consultant for advice on all aspects of your health concerns including nutritional advice.
GET YOUR VITAMINS IN!
Vitamin D3
Vitamin C
Zinc Ascorbate
Quercetin
Hesperidin
L-Arginine
NAC
Cucumma
To recover from the flu, prioritize vitamins C and D, and the mineral zinc, as they are well-supported for immune health and may help reduce the severity and duration of symptoms. Other helpful supplements include vitamin E and probiotics. Focus on getting these nutrients through a healthy diet and, if necessary, supplements, and remember that they should complement other recovery strategies like rest, hydration, and proper hygiene.
Key vitamins and minerals
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Vitamin C: Supports immune cell function and can help shorten the duration and reduce the severity of colds and flu.
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Vitamin D: Essential for immune function and may help protect against respiratory infections like the flu.
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Zinc: Plays a vital role in the immune system and may shorten the duration of a cold if taken within 24 hours of symptoms appearing.
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Vitamin E: A powerful antioxidant that helps keep the immune system strong to fight off viruses and bacteria.
Ginger tea, Moringa tea, are just two example
Turmeric & Ginger with fresh pressed lemon ( organic) and High quality organic honey tea.
Place cut open onions around the house!
Chinese Remedies for Cold and Flu Recovery Strategies
https://tongjumchew.com/chinese-remedies-for-cold-effective-recovery-strategies/
Beat Flu Season With These Five Traditional Chinese Remedies:
https://the-qi.com/blogs/journal/beat-flu-season-with-these-traditional-chinese-remedies
Ancient Irish Homemade Remedies and Health Tips:
https://secretireland.ie/ancient-irish-homemade-remedies-and-health-tips/
Of course always consult your medical house doctor or Natural Medicine practioner, accupunturist, mesologie or qualified health professional for any matters of your health and wellbeing!
De Rode Pilaren Bergen op Zoom
Zuivelstraat 37, 4611 PE Bergen op Zoom. Tel: 0164-236375
https://www.rodepilaren.nl/content/24-rode-pilaren-bergen-op-zoom
This vitamin-rich food list helps in choosing the right foods to maintain good health.
Vitamins and Their Food Sources:
1. Vitamin A (Fat Soluble)
Function: Essential for eyesight, immune function, and skin health.
Deficiency Leads To: Night blindness, weak bones.
Food Sources:
Egg
Butter
Papaya
Carrot
Milk
Liver
Cabbage
2. Vitamin B1 (Water Soluble)
Function: Supports nerve function and metabolism.
Deficiency Leads To: Beriberi, muscle weakness.
Food Sources:
Peas
Meat
Milk
Soybeans
Potato
Wholegrain cereals
3. Vitamin B2 (Water Soluble)
Function: Important for growth, energy production, and vision health.
Deficiency Leads To: Skin disorders, sore throat.
Food Sources:
Green vegetables
Cheese
Meat
Custard apple
Soybeans
Milk
4. Vitamin B6 (Water Soluble)
Function: Aids in protein metabolism and brain function.
Deficiency Leads To: Anemia, muscle weakness, skin conditions.
Food Sources:
Tomato
Potato
Peanut
Banana
Vegetables
5. Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid, Water Soluble)
Function: Important for DNA formation, red blood cell production.
Deficiency Leads To: Birth defects, anemia.
Food Sources:
Dry fruits & nuts
Peas
Pulses
Fish
Meat
Milk
6. Vitamin B12 (Water Soluble)
Function: Helps in nervous system function and red blood cell formation.
Deficiency Leads To: Pernicious anemia.
Food Sources:
Meat
Egg
Milk
Cheese
Liver
7. Vitamin C (Water Soluble)
Function: Boosts the immune system, helps in iron absorption.
Deficiency Leads To: Scurvy, bleeding gums.
Food Sources:
Guava
Orange
Lemon
Grapes
Emblic (Indian Gooseberry)
Tomato
8. Vitamin D (Fat Soluble)
Function: Helps in calcium absorption, strengthens bones.
Anti viral so excellent to take extra if you have the flu. Vita D3.
Deficiency Leads To: Rickets, weak bones.
Food Sources:
Cod liver oil
Milk
Egg
Fish
Sunlight
9. Vitamin E (Fat Soluble)
Function: Acts as an antioxidant, promotes skin health.
Deficiency Leads To: Nerve damage, muscle weakness.
Food Sources:
Egg
Banana
Green vegetables
Soybeans
Almond
Wheat germ oil
10. Vitamin K (Fat Soluble)
Function: Essential for blood clotting.
Deficiency Leads To: Hemorrhage.
Food Sources:
Soybeans
Tomato
Meat
Turnip
Lettuce
