Coping With Swine Flu – The Natural WaySwine flu has arrived with a vengeance and governments are becoming worried at the possible scale of this pandemic – not least due to the fact that it could affect fragile economies with so many people having to take time off work.But what can you do to avoid the worst of it?First and foremost is to recognise the symptoms –SymptomsHigh fever (usually above 38 ºC). Congestion Cough. Sneezing and sore throat. Headache. Aching muscles. Chills and shivers despite fever. Exhaustion or extreme fatigue. Diarrhoea or a stomach upsetSwine flu, just like seasonal flu,…

Doctors Don’t Discuss These Natural Cures for High Blood PressureIt is scientific knowledge that hypertension is caused either by stress or by the food that we eat. The usual cure is by taking medicines prescribed by doctors, which of course must be followed to immediately manage symptoms. But there are natural cures for high blood pressure that can be done while also taking medications.One of them will be Qi Gong therapy. In this method, the person with high blood pressure will do exercises to remove blockage in the path of life energy or “qi,” as commonly known. In this, the…

Prevent Influenza From RecurringThere are some diseases that we can only get once, like chicken pox for example; once you get infected with chicken pox, you will never get infected by it again. Our body develops a resistance to this virus. The immune system develops the response and remembers it to counter the infection once it tries to invade your body again. Influenza on the other hand unlike chicken pox, can affect you over and over again. It is very prevalent because of its high recurrence.Influenza recurrenceIt would be great if you can get infected by influenza just ones and…

Staying Healthy During Flu SeasonInfluenza is a viral infection that is easily transmitted from person to person. The infection mainly affects the nose, throat, and bronchi, but occasionally affects the lungs. Symptoms of the flu include fever, cough, sore throat, chills, body aches, headache, and fatigue. In serious cases, complications such as pneumonia can develop. Most people who have the flu will recover within 1-2 weeks, but nobody wants to contract the virus at all. Few people can afford the time away from work or school. So how does one stay healthy during flu season?First, it is important to understand…

Symptoms of Influenza and Its ComplicationInfluenza is a highly contagious disease that can happen to children and adults. This condition usually occurs during winter months where the virus can be easily be transmitted because people tend to spend more time in close contact with others. It can infect a person by coughing, sneezing or touching a surface. Good thing, symptoms of influenza can be easily identified and be treated immediately.Symptoms of influenza, just like other medical conditions, vary from person to person. The most common indications of this ailment include the following:• Fever• Severe headache• Muscle aches• Constant Fatigue and…

Cold and the Flu ComparedIf you only have a common cold, there is typically no reason at all to go running to the doctor and taking time away from other patients because the only thing that a doctor will basically tell you is to rest and drink plenty of fluids.Warning Signs of a ColdAlthough your respiratory tract is targeted by both viruses, there are a few easy ways to tell the difference between the two. The cold usually offers you a warning sign that you may or may not pay attention to. There is a good chance that you will…