The flu is a dangerous and very virulent disease. Especially in winter, the flu can quickly rage. However, when we catch it, we do not always want to take paracetamol at the risk of overworking our kidneys. Rest assured, there are a number of natural alternatives to help your body fight the flu. Below are some of these solutions.
The lemon
Since the flu is an illness caused by a virus, antibiotic treatments will not work. So antimicrobial treatment is needed. However, the lemon has all its virtues. Indeed, lemon helps fight infections and has antiseptic and antimicrobial properties.
To use it wisely, make a juice out of it. Cut a lemon into quarters and immerse it in 50 cl of cold water. Let it boil for 10 minutes, then let it steep for 10 minutes before crushing the lemon slices. Once done, your herbal tea is ready. For more efficiency, you can even add cloves to your herbal tea. These are also effective in fighting viruses.
Ginger
Ginger is also one of the effective natural remedies for the flu. Indeed, in addition to having toning benefits, ginger also boosts the immune system by weakening viruses. By consuming ginger, you are therefore sure to recover quickly from this flu-like state.
Preparing ginger is easy. You need to cut it into a round, then simmer it in water over low heat for about 30 minutes. You must then filter everything and only retain the water flavored with ginger. You can then drink this water to relieve flu symptoms. Note that you can also make a combo by adding lemon juice and honey to your flavored water.
Wine revisited
Yes you are not dreaming. Wine can indeed be a cure for the flu. However, pure wine in itself is not. We will have to revisit it so that it can play its role as a natural remedy against the flu. The goal here is to heat the wine and mix it with certain natural ingredients to promote perspiration and therefore, the elimination of toxins.
So, to fight the flu, you need to take a quality wine and mix it with water. Then add ginger to the mixture (4 slices should be enough). Heat everything and let it steep for 10 minutes. Once done, add lemon juice and honey to the mixture, then drink it hot. Ideally to be consumed in the evening.
So these are three of the most effective natural remedies to fight the flu. Obviously, if the symptoms persist after three days, we strongly advise you to go see a doctor. Indeed, in this case, only a health professional will be able to perfectly help you heal.
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