Tackling the Flu

by Christian Bossert

It is upon us. The big ugly monster, “the flu”, has officially become an epidemic in the US. If you have managed to tip-toe your way around the virus, congratulations. Keep up the good work, but don’t get too cocky! Flu season can continue to last for several more months.  If you, your loved ones, or colleagues are victims, I offer my sincerest “get well soon!!”

How do you avoid or overcome the flu? I’m glad you asked. You can go with the three bits of advice from the CDC or my off the grid, non-doctor advice.

1. Take time to get the flu vaccine - Flu vaccine may only be 10% effective this year?  That means 90% ineffective. Many doctors say you should get it regardless of effectiveness levels. According to Dr. Philip L. Miller, the problem with the flu vaccination is it experiences antigenic drift. However, by mutating, the flu could potentially become more effective, if the new strain happens to be one of those that the vaccine covers.

 

2. Take everyday preventative actions to stop the spread of germs.

-Wash your hands frequently throughout the day. Especially before and after eating, using the restroom. Gentlemen, you know who you are! Wash your filthy hands after you go to the bathroom... for CRYING OUT LOUD!!  

    -Avoid touching your eyes, ears, nose, or mouth.

    -Sanitize your hands after a high five, bro hug, or handshake

3. Take Dr. Miller’s novel approach. Effective, but NOT FDA approved.

(*Consult your doctor before taking this approach. You don’t know how you will react especially if you are on medication.)

-High dose Vitamin D — 50,000 units daily for 5 days (yes, that is high dose)

-Astragalus 1000 mg daily for 5 days.  A most potent Chinese herb known for its potent immune boosting properties

-Thymic Protein A — 1-2 packets three times daily for 5 days.   Activates anti-viral t-cell and b-cell immune activity

*Disclaimer: I am not a doctor. This advice comes from methods that I believe are effective yet are not legally supported by the medical community at large. Continue at your own discretion.