Are There Anti Flu Herbal Remedies?

Posted on December 11, 2009
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The seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccines seem to be safe. I got both of them, as did my kids. But already I have seen notices about H1N1 mutations. I don’t think anyone knows if the mutations are worse. I have also read that there have been a large number of false diagnoses of H1N1, which is not surprising, given the attention it has received.

I got to wondering if there were any recommendations for herbal remedies, either as a preventative or for symptom relief. I wouldn’t skip the vaccines even if these recommendations are valid, but here are some herbal remedies suggested around the net. Use at your own risk, and discuss with your doctor.

dr. andrew weil suggests astragalus as anti-flu preventive

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Anti-Viral Anti-Flu Tincture

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The Cardinal House: Swine Flu Information

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Brewing anti-flu potions with TCM herbs to boost immunity

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