Tips and remedies to protect our body from viruses and bacteria

Tips and remedies to protect our body from viruses and bacteria

The now infamous Ebola epidemic is frightening the world. Ebola is a virus and like other viruses it cannot be treated with antibiotics, which are used instead in case of diseases caused by bacteria. How can we protect our body from infections? We can start by trying to strengthen our immune defenses.



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The now infamous epidemic of Ebola the world is frightening. Ebola is a virus and like other viruses it cannot be treated with antibiotics, which are used instead in case of diseases caused by bacteria. How to protect our body from infections? We can start by trying to strengthen our immune defenses.

We can provide our body, especially thanks to nutrition, what it needs for ours immune system work at its best. Natural remedies have helped keep the population healthy for centuries. While this example cannot be compared to Ebola, think of an elementary school class where most children get measles.

There will always be a small group of children who will not contract this or any other infectious disease, probably thanks to a stronger immune system compared to comrades. The immune system works best if we help it get rid of toxins so it can focus on the germs that can attack it from the outside.

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Herbs and antibacterial foods

Between herbs and antibacterial foods are garlic, onion, turmeric, ginger, lemon, cayenne pepper, peppermint, cinnamon, cloves, calendula, cranberry, echinacea and marshmallow root. All foods, spices and natural remedies known for centuries for their beneficial properties for our body and the immune system.

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Foods and herbs, real drugs and natural antibiotics

Among the foods that we had already indicated to you as real natural drugs and antibiotics, in addition to the already known and named garlic and onion, we find avocado, green tea, neem and numerous officinal herbs, such as oregano, thyme, sage, rosemary, coriander, eucalyptus and parsley. Aromatic herbs and medicinal plants can also be useful in aromatherapy, in the form of essential oils, as well as as ingredients with which to enrich our diet.



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Antiviral herbs

Most medicinal herbs and natural foods can be used in different ways both for food and for healing. It is always good to ask your trusted herbalist for advice. In any case, the communes cooking herbs and spices they can become the protagonists of condiments and infusions.

Some herbs and foods are credited with antiviral properties. In this list we find, for example, lemon balm, elderberry, licorice root, astragalus, olive leaves, uncaria and Pau d'Arco, a plant that comes from South America, known for hundreds of years for its healing properties, of which herbal extracts are available.

these proven antiviral remedies they will help to raise the level of protection from external threats. Consuming foods, herbs and spices that support the immune system will certainly help.

Natural remedies to strengthen the immune system

Among the natural remedies that strengthen the immune system helping it to defend us from infections we find:

1) Herbs and adaptogenic remedies: Siberian gingseng, gynostemma, reishi and the aforementioned Pau d'Arco.

2) Herbs that support the liver: milk thistle, dandelion root, burdock root, artichoke and turmeric.

3) Vitamin C: present in all citrus fruits, kiwifruit, peppers, cabbage, strawberries and other foods.

4) Vitamin D: sun exposure and specific supplements in case of need.

5) Zinc: a good source of zinc are pumpkin seeds.

6) Probiotics: which are rich in sauerkraut, apple cider vinegar, kombucha and in general drinks and fermented foods.


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Foods and bad habits to avoid

Among the foods to avoid or limit, as they suppress the immune system, we find it refined sugar, the alcohol, milk and derivatives, hydrogenated fats, animal proteins, refined flours, packaged and highly processed foods. Also beware of chronic stress and possibly excessive exposure to electromagnetic fields and harmful substances. No to a sedentary lifestyle, better try to spend more time outdoors.

Strengthen the immune defenses of children

Strengthening the immune defenses of children, with the arrival of autumn and winter, helps us to protect them from seasonal diseases which usually occur at this time of year. Their lifestyle must be healthy: good sleep, healthy nutrition and tranquility are the basis for the well-being of the little ones. One help them diet low in refined sugars and packaged snacks, but rich in vitamin C, probiotic foods, fruits and vegetables.

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Consult a doctor, herbalist or naturopath

As always, to ascertain your health conditions, it is recommended to consult a professional you trust. To protect our body from disease, the best defense we have is prevention, based on a healthy lifestyle and on foods and remedies that can strengthen our defenses. The doctor, the naturopath and the herbalist will be able to give you the best suggestions according to your state of health.

Marta Albè

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