Several people have asked me to blog about the Mexican Swine Flu and what I would recommend to have on hand as well as how to prepare for a possible flu pandemic.Let's remember that we must not panic, no matter how much media-hype that we are exposed to, as any type of flu can kill. Nor do we need to become fearful as fear is not condusive in making good decisions and misplaced fear is almost always controlling. Some aspects of this flu seem to be following the trend of the 1918 flu in that it is striking younger people as well as older people. Health authorities say there is no vaccination for this unusual, mutant hybrid strain of flu, which is part pig virus, part bird virus and part human virus. Certainly this flu could reach pandemic status or it could resolve itself very quickly.
Below is some information from my e-book Surviving Flu Pandemics (currently being up-dated) that was actually written during the Avian Flu scare.
"The new Mexican Swine Flu has elements of DNA from the following: avian flu, human flu Type A, human flu Type B, Asian swine flu, and European swine flu. A strange combination never seen before and having less than 1/10% chance of being a natural event. Human and animal viruses from four or more continents suddenly recombine in a new flu during a non-flu season that spreads from human-to-human with a 10% fatality rating. Many believe this new flu is a lab created advanced biological warfare DNA genetically engineered virus that either: (1) Escaped accidentally from a lab; or (2) was deliberately released by a nation or non-state organization or a well-trained individual." (http://www.rense.com/)
Whether this is true or not, it is prudent to take precautions now.Your immune system is your basic defense against all illness and disease. When it is functioning properly, disease cannot get a strong-hold on the body. It does not mean that you will never get sick. It means that if your body takes on an invader the immune system will recognize it quickly and work on eliminating the invader quickly. Your down-time will be extremely less and your body will recover at a faster rate.
Right now, my concern is not so much with the actual flu but the condition of most peoples body. Most are toxic, acidic, dehydrated, oxygen-deficient, poor lymphatic system drainage and clogged with years and years of built-up, old fecal matter. Add to this the fact that between 40-50% of all Americans are taking at least one or more prescription meds. These situations keep the immune system from functioning at a healthy rate.
God gave us our immune system to help the body fight off disease/infection, etc. It is the philosophy of conventional medicine that the immune system can be manipulated in order to fight disease. For instance, chemotherapy literally kills the one thing that God put in our body to fight disease. Yet, we are taught to believe that in this instance it is ok to kill the immune system. Personally, I think the idea about the flu attacking seemingly healthy people is junk science. What exactly is the definition of healthy people? Conventional medicine would most likely say the definition is absence of disease. However, one can have no disease but still hvae a compromised immune system. How do they know the person was healthy? Did they do a history? Was the person vaccinated, on any type of meds, have allergies, on chemical overload? These situations do not make a healthy individual. It's another instance of the medical community using a "lingo" that they know most people will take in an entirely different manner than which it is meant. This is done all the time with cancer patients.
Immune System Calculator - To rate your immune system function
http://www.glyconutrients-center.org/immune-calculator.php
What exactly is a cytokine storm? Does this mean I should not try to protect my immune system?
According to Jon Barron: As with the 1918-1919 pandemic, some types of flu seems to claim almost half its victims by using their own immune systems against them through a condition called acute respiratory distress syndrome in which the victims own immune system unleashes a cytokine storm that literally chews up their lung tissue, ultimately causing the victim to suffocate.
In a cytokine storm, the immune system sees a virus that it has never seen before (which in this case will be true for every single person living on the planet), and it goes nuts, whipping itself into a frenzy in response to the invading virus. A biochemical cascade of immune cells and immune system bio-chemicals such as interferon, interleuken, monokines and cytokines literally pours into the lungs. The subsequent damage to the lung tissue caused by these cells and bio-chemicals leads to the condition mentioned above called acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). The net result is that the victim suffocates as a result of their own disease-fighting chemistry.
In fact, as discussed above, having a good immune system could be a major contributing factor in mortality rates. Does that mean I'm saying that you are better off weakening your immune system? Absolutely not!! It just means you can't rely on a healthy immune system alone. You still want the best immune system you can get, but you must take some of the burden off of your immune system so that it doesn't overreact and trigger a cytokine storm. You need to find a way to kill off most of the flu virus directly so that your immune system is only required to clean up a weakened virus rather than take it on entirely by itself. In other words, you will want to stock up on and use natural pathogen destroyers.
What Can I Do Now to Improve My Health?
- Make sure that you are eating very healthy -- very important.
- Get 30 minutes of sunshine every day.
- Eliminate stress. It brings the immune system down!
- Get enough sleep and rest. 8-10 hours. Go to bed by 10:30 PM every night.
- Try to walk every day. Use deep breathing techniques while walking.
- Make pure, clean water and herbal teas your only beverages.
- Eliminate as much sugar, pre-packaged foods, junk foods, fast foods, sugary drinks and hydrogenated oils as possible.
- Eliminate eating out at restaurants, etc. Sanitation is not always what we "think" it is in restaurants.
- Use healthy oils only such as flax seed oil, coconut oil, hemp seed oil and olive oil.
- Stock up on foods such as organic frozen vegetables as well as staples such as beans, brown rice, etc.
- Thoroughly wash all produce, even the skins of fruits, before eating/storing.
- Have food supplies on-hand to make nourishing soups.
- Have access to clean, pure water.
- Wash hands frequently, before and after meals and after restroom visits. Do not touch your face or eyes with your fingers. Avoid shaking hands with people or hugging people, instead just smile, nod or wave. Teach your children to do the same. Avoid putting children in church nurseries, day care centers, play groups, etc.
- If you or a family member get sick or exhibit symptoms, STAY HOME. Do not be around people, ride in public transportation (buses, planes, etc.) or continue to go to work. Do not send your children to school/day care if anyone in your home has flu symptoms.
Precautions for Office Workers or Those Working in the Public
- Purchase a personal ionic air purifier to wear around your neck.
- Office air is usually recirculated. Purchase an air ionizer for your office area.
- Purchase an all-natural hand sanitizer spray or gel. Use it often.
- Keep hands away from face -- especially eyes, ears and mouth.
- Avoid shaking hands or hugging people.
- Keep tissue in your office and use for coughs or sneezes.
- Place some live plants in your office. They are good for air purification.
- Purchase some face masks for emergency use.
- Purchase your own personal mug or water bottle. Keep it clean and do not allow anyone else to use it.
- Purchase a car air ionizer especially if you carpool to work or chauffeur children to school, sports, music lessons, etc.
- Do not share food or drinks with friends. Prepare your own food for lunches, snacks.
- If you become sick GO HOME immediately and STAY HOME until you are completely well.
Below is what I recommend to have in your Natural Medicine Chest
Vitamin D-3 - VERY IMPORTANT! Begin using this now. It has been suggested that having adequate levels of Vitamin D-3 (around 50-70 ng/ml) may prevent the flu. As the amount of vitamin D circulating in blood climbs, risk of upper respiratory tract infections falls.* Most people do not/cannot get adequate amounts just from the sun especially if one lives in the northern latitudes. Tey to get at least 2000-5000 IUs per day in emulsified form.
Vitamin C - VERY IMPORTANT! Begin taking this now. I would suggest having a lot of this on hand. Try to find a tapioca-derived Vitamin C.
Colloidal Silver - VERY IMPORTANT! ACS 200 is the best that I have found and I have researched and tried many. I have seen excellent results with this one and the manufacturer has done extensive tests to prove its effectiveness.
LivaPure - VERY IMPORTANT! Begin taking this now. Helps support and keep the liver clean through the use of organic and wildcrafted herbs.
Transfer Factor - Transfer factors boost NK cell activity level over baseline by over 400%. Transfer Factor supplement is in the PDR (Physician's Desk Reference) 2008 pages 689 -690. Page 690 states, "Due to new studies conducted in Russia, the Russian Health Ministry has approved 4Life Transfer Factor and 4Life Transfer Factor Plus to be the first supplement to be used by doctors and hospitals in Russia. Many of these studies and papers can be accessed through PubMed or other clinical portals. Nano Factor research is currently in the forefront of immune science. It is also stated that No toxicity level of Tri-Factor has been found.
Nascedyne - Iodine used to be the therapy of choice becuase it got good results. Nascent Iodine is a potent anti-infective agent and, in fact, no virus, bacteria or parasite has been shown to be resistant to the correct use of iodine therapy.
Oregasil Oregano Oil - Contains at least 80% Carvacrol and made from Wild Mediterranean Oreganic Oregano Oil. Called Natures Purifier, Oregasil, is one of the most concentrated oregano oil products on the market today.
Germ Fighter Spray - All-Natural hand sanitizer that contains Wellness Water, Colloidal Silver, Essential oils of Lavender, Lemon, Tea Tree, Thyme, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary.
Enzymes - Enzymes help to strengthen the digestive process thus lending support to the immune system itself. There are three basic enzyme forms: plant based (bromelain and papain), pancreatic enzymes (from animal pancreas), or mycelial based (from Aspergillus oryzae and niger as well as other microorganisms). The mycelial based enzymes can be more effective in protecting against the flu because they work in a wider range of pH environments. The pancreatic enzymes may be more flu effective for people who have diabetes or metabolic issues. When the proteolytic potential is raised inthe blood it provides an efficient therapy as well as preventionof viral infection. It has been suggested that successful inhibition of infection has been accomplished in many different viruses including six different influenza type A viruses.
NutriBiotic Grapefruit Seed Extract
Oscillococcinum - Homeopathic flu tablets.
Essential Oils - Lavender, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Tea Tree.
ParaPure - ParaPure is not only for parasites but also supports the immune system while working with the natural defense system of the body. ParaPure helps to create an unfriendly environment for invading parasites, harmful organisms and pathogens.
Thieves essential oil - There are web sites that have great thieves oil mixtures and also directions on how to make your own.
GlycoEssential 7 - The first Advanced Immune Support glyconutrient product containing seven essential sugars plus added Optimum Mushroom Complex (OMC) to provide ultimate immune enhancement and support. If one cannot do anything else, I would highly recommend using GlycoEssential 7 with OMC.
Oxy SC - Oxygen drops. Chlorine dioxide. Also great for washing produce. The cells of the body can utilize the chlorites from OXY-SE, particularly the leukocytes, as a substrate to increase the efficiency of a group of enzymes known as peroxidases. These enzymes are an important component in the immune system since they are involved in the oxidation of foreign material. Can also be used to purify water - Use 16 drops per gallon of water to disinfect and purify water sources
Himalayan Crystal Salt + Oasis neti pot - Keep sinuses washed out. This is also a good thing to be doing now. Can also add grapefruit seed extract or Nascedyne to it.
Hydrogen Peroxide - Can use it as a mouth wash and gargle. Do not swallow.
Spore-bearing Probiotic - Very important in keeping the digestive tract populated with friendly bacteria.
Pure Vegan Mag O7 - Oxygen digestive tract cleanser - I would highly suggest doing an Optimum Wellness Seven-day Digestive Tract Cleanse before flu season.
Ionic Air Purification - For use in all bedrooms. Ionic air purification helps to keep the air clean from viruses, bacteria, fungus, mold, etc.
NutriBiotic Ear Drops - Contain grapefruit extract and tea tree oil.
Bio-EZE - All-natural lotion that is great for aches and pains. Can be applied to the chest and back for lung congestion/colds/flu. Call us for special pricing.
Nebulizer - Several mouth pieces for different users will need to be purchased.
Essential oil diffuser / humidifier
Hot water bottles
Masks and Gloves
Anti-bacterial cleaning supplies - You can make your own or buy all-natural cleaning supplies.
Learning/Activity books, books on cd and videos - Just in case schools are closed.
More Information
Sunshine Vitamin Diminishes Risk of Colds, Flu
Epidemic Influenza And Vitamin D
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