Ayurvedic Treatment Of Swine Flu

by ajeetgautam

Ever since the out break of swine flu people have started looking for all types of remedies to prevent this dreaded disease. Naturally people have also looked up to ayurveda the oldest system of medicine to prevent swine flu. Although there is no mention of swine flu in ayurvedic texts but signs similar to swine flu have been laid out in it. Let us find out exactly how ayurveda can help keep swine flu at bay.

In ayurveda flu symptoms include fever, body ache, soreness in the throat, feeling cold, debility which are similar to swine flu symptoms. It is believed that flu is a result of decreased immunity levels which weakens body's mechanism to fight against foreign attacks. So to treat swine flu ayurveda mentions some herbs which can help body boost its immune system and help fight any foreign micro organisms.

Herbs That Can Help Prevent Swine Flu
There are certain time tested herbs in ayurveda which can be effective in preventing swine flu they include neem, ginger, pepper and elderberry extract. Once the body becomes strong internally after the intake of these herbs then herbs like Echinacea and triphala are given to completely remove any symptoms one might have of flu.

Importance of Echinacea
Echinacea is a very important herb in ayurveda to treat any type of flu. It is used as a natural antibiotic, treats infections, increases body's resistance against diseases and helps in purification of blood. Other things like vitamin c and zinc oxide are also helpful in fighting against flu symptoms.

Overall Analysis
Looking at the above list of herbs it is clearly indicated that if you have any flu symptoms you should act as soon as possible, there is no need to panic as flu is completely curable but prevention is better than cure so if you have a weak digestive system try to strengthen it by adding spices like turmeric and coriander in your food and avoid junk and canned foods. Taking appropriate rest will also help.

Courtesy
www.herbalhealthhealing.com

Posted 7/2/2009 9:31:11 PM
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