Homeopathy for the Flu

With the snow already flying, many people are concerned about the flu season. In conventional medicine flu shots are now being recommended to everyone. However, in the past they were reserved for those who were elderly or sickly. I am not a fan of mass flu vaccinations and here is why:

1. It only protects for whatever strain they are using in the vaccine. It is not 100% guaranteed that you will be immune when you do get the shot. There are no guarantees, like anything in life.
2. The flu is typically not life threatening for those with a normal immune system.
3. It contains thimerisol, which is a preservative and includes the heavy metal called mercury. Like most of people, I am not a fan of heavy metals, especially by injection. There are many vaccines that do not contain thimerisol in Canada.
4. The flu shot is injected, with all of it's preservatives, directly into your bloodstream.
5. Many of my clients have reported adverse reactions to the shot, such as headaches, flu symptoms, cold, fatigue, local swelling and in some severe cases nervous tics.
6. Please see an interesting video blog on the flu shot from Dr. Mercola:

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/11/01/why-flu-shots-for-kids-don-t-work.aspx

Not everyone getting the flu shot gets sick. However, I believe if your immune system is strong enough, you will likely bypass the flu.

There is a few good alternatives help prevent the flu from taking you down:

1. Influenzinum 9CH, take one vial per week. This is a homeopathic preparation made from common flu strains. These strains are so diluted they carry only a vibration or essence of the original substance thus it is completely free of side effects.
2. Thymuline 9CH, take one vial per week. This is another homeopathic preparation made from thymus extract. It helps to stimulate the immune system. It is also very gentle and diluted and free of side effects.
3. Ocillococcinum is a great remedy for when the flu has already struck. It helps with symptoms such as chills, aches, pains and fever. Typical dosage is one pill three times a day until the symptoms abate.

Seek the help of a professional homeopath if you have symptoms that you are not sure of.

These remedies are available in the clinic and in most stores that carry homeopathic remedies. Please call the clinic to order yours today.

Heather Caruso

www.carusohomeopathy.com