Here are 7 keys to beating the flu quickly:
Comprehensive Urgent Care is the place for flu prevention, treatment and education. With our extended office hours and online check-in, you'll receive fast and efficient service. However, once you have the flu, after you go to a comprehensive urgent care office and recover at home, here are 7 keys to beating the flu:
1. Take a break immediately. When you first notice symptoms, while the instinct may be to "hang on" through activity, ignore these thoughts and go to bed early that day.
2. Add vitamin D. Vitamin D is a proven immune booster. We like many well-known brands, such as Thorne's Vitamin D3/K2 Liquid.
3. Add probiotics: Probiotics help restore good bacteria and are also an immune modulator. Taking a probiotic every night before bed may help. Remember, the flu is not caused by bacteria, so taking antibiotics right away will not only cause resistance and kill the good gut bacteria, but will also not help with a full recovery.
4. Add B vitamins. Adequate doses of B vitamins support the body's natural detoxification process. B vitamins can support overburdened adrenal glands due to a low immune system. When you are sick, your immune system actively works to restore balance, or homeostasis. Taking B vitamins supports these energy and metabolic processes.
5. Cook with coconut oil. Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has antiviral properties. Coconut oil's antioxidant properties come from its saturated fats, such as capric acid, caprylic acid, caproic acid, and myristic acid. When acted upon by certain enzymes, these acids are converted into powerful antibacterial and antifungal agents such as glyceryl monocaprin and glyceryl monolaurin. These derivatives protect the body. Coconut oil also contains saturated fat, which is an important source of energy and can effectively combat fatigue and low energy.
6. Good moisturizing effect. Turn to your favorite nourishing hot drink; hot water with fresh ginger, raw honey and lemon juice. Sugar and electrolyte balance can help your body absorb more fluid faster through the intestinal boundaries.
7. Meditate: Listening to a guided meditation in bed for ten minutes to an hour before falling asleep can help relax and soothe the mind and body, allowing you to focus on healing while embracing your health, helping to heal faster.
All put together in one tool kit to work mentally, physically and spiritually, expect a quick bounce back from the flu.
