What Dr. Vani, Specialist in Integrative
Medicine, St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital, New York
has to say on Swine Flu
Dr. Vani
had given some tips on how to deal with Swine flu while she was on a short
visit to Mumbai. She told the audience not to panic and that the flu can
be treated at home in the early stages. Masks are only to be used in very
crowded areas, she said.
When
swine flu symptoms or symptoms of a cold are noticed,
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One
should take Vitamin-C 1000 mg and Vitamin-D 1000 mg tablets once daily.
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Turmeric powder ½ tsp, ‘Tali Sadi Churan’ ¼ tsp, ‘Vasava leh’ ½ tsp
twice a day, for 6 days, which will help in fast recovery.
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One
should also drink a lot of water.
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Only
when Swine flu is severe, the patient should go to a hospital.
Dr. Vani
asked the people present to take preventive measures and drink lemon juice
and ginger tea and eat ‘Tulsi’ leaves to build greater resistance. It is
advised to walk 20-30 minutes daily and also practice yoga.
She
further added that, since Swine flu spreads through body contacts, one
should wash hands regularly.
Courtesy: Alive, November, 2009
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