8 HOME REMEDIES TO CURE VIRAL INFECTIONS NATURALLY

8 Home Remedies To Cure Viral Infections Naturally



By Alijuina Herw
Posted Friday, April 15, 2016 at 12:46pm EDT
Keywords: antioxidant, cancer, flu, health, herbs, immune system, meditation, Natural remedies, Natural Remedies To Stop Viral Infections
A virus is a tiny organism that causes an infection in the body. Viruses are made up of the genetic material known as DNA or RNA, which the virus uses to replicate. Viral illnesses can be uncomfortable and cause you to miss a few days of productivity, but they are generally treatable at home.

8 Home Remedies To Cure Viral Infections Naturally

Olive Leaf

As antiviral herbs, olive leaf is used to treat the flu, common cold and herpes. Olive leaf can be taken as a tincture, capsule or tea mixed with mint. Avoid during pregnancy.

Rice water

Rice water (water left over after boiling brown rice) is high in electrolytes. Strain it, cool it and sip it. A study published in the Lancet found it eased diarrhea in babies better than an electrolyte solution.

Marshmallow Root

Marshmallow root soothes, lubricates, softens and heals. Marshmallow root also contains tannins found effective against bacteria found in urinary tract infections. Marshmallow root can be taken internally as a tea.

Mint

Peppermint is another herb widely used to fight upset stomach. Studies have found that mint can help ease symptoms of indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Even chewing peppermint gum can calm the stomach, but the most effective use of mint for upset stomach is as tea.

Cat’s Claw

Being an antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral herb, cat’s claw is also known for boosting the immune system, increasing your body’s protection against illness. Cat’s claw can be taken as a tea, tincture or capsule. Do not take during pregnancy.

Apple cider vinegar

Some people swear by this concoction. Mix 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey in 1 cup of warm water. It may help with gas and cramps.

Chilies

Chilies make you sweat and your nose run every time you have too much of them. The cayenne pepper will help you produce more mucus and clear out all kinds of blockages and help you breathe easy. So, increase your chilli intake a little and get rid of the mucus to breathe easy.

Green Tea

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) has been considered a medicinal remedy in Chinese tradition for over 4000 years and its many health benefits have recently been validated by scientific methods. Green tea contains a group of flavonoids called catechins, which appear to inhibit viral infections by binding to the haemagglutinin of the influenza virus and so preventing the virus from entering the host cells.

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– http://www.sustainablebabysteps.com

– http://www.ion.ac.uk

– http://drmyhill.co.uk

– http://www.regenerativenutrition.com

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