Maybe some of you who are into homeopathic stuff can help me. My daughter is going to Brazil this year and they have had a huge epidemic of H1N1. Because of this, I am going to have her get immunized when she is home in November. (I'm not happy about it, but it would be awful for her to catch it while she was down there and need medical care. )

I thought it might be helpful if she were to boost her immunity a bit before she gets the shot. Any suggestions?

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Well there is the no brainer stuff that everyone knows like getting the proper amounts of sleep and drinking plenty of water and eating foods that are high in antioxidents like raw fruits and veggies. I am a huge believer in the effects of apple cider vinegar. It supports healthy bacteria. I mix two tablespoons into 6-8 oz of water every day.

Probably the #1 thing she can do though is eliminate refined sugar. And DON'T replace them with artificial sweetners. They're more toxic than cane sugar. She'd be better off with real sugar. Refined white sugar inhibits immune function by reducing it's ability to destroy bad bacteria.

Omega-3 fatty acids are immune boosters, as well as some spices she could add to her diet. Clove, cayenne, cinnamon and ginger for example. I like to get organic ginger tea from my local General Nutrition Center store and drink a cup every day with no sugar. If you don't have a GNC near you, you can order it from them online.

I find chiropractic care to be helpful too. I don't think we can put a wall around ourselves and keep everything from invading but I certainly know that we can boost our immunity. I haven't been sick since June of 2007. Of course, now that I've said that I've probably jinxed myself and I will end up in the hospital with pig flu.

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This isn't really an immunity booster, but have you heard about using hydrogen peroxide in the ears (this would be RIGHT at the beginning of feeling any cold/flu symptoms). I know some people think it's bogus, but I SWEAR it works! Let me know if you know about this before I rattle on.
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Make sure she has clean water to drink..............vitamins, food. My prayers are with her!!

garlic is a great immunity booster, along with elderberries.

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Eccinacea (sp?) is an immunity booster if taken on a regular basis. I would use the liquid not the capsules. It also helps relieve congestion--head or chest--when you get a cold.

Thanks for the tips. I'm open to more!

I had her pick up some eccinnacea but told her to wait before using it. They say not to use it constantly. I thought I'd have her use it a week or so before her shot. I also had her buy a multi-vitamin.

The tip about good water is good. I'll bring that up to her. I think she often picks up bottled water when she's in town.

Thanks ladies.

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