Not A Swine Flu Epidemic, H1N1: The Swine Flu VaccineSwine InfluenzaSwine flu, also known as the H1N1 Virus, is a worldwide pandemic. However, it is not yet a swine flu epidemic. The media has presented both pros and cons of getting a mandatory vaccination. Because of this, I will neither be for or against it in this article. Last year’s outbreak of the virus was a strain a little different from the rest called Orthomyxoviridae or Influenza Type A. (H1N1). This year's strain is once again different than last year's. Contrary to popular belief, you can’t catch the H1N1 virus from eating pork, but you can catch it from handling pigs that have the virus. It was first discovered in 1918. It can be contracted through infected pigs to humans and then humans spread it to other humans. According to the media, the h1n1 strain is one our bodies supposedly do not have any kind of a defense for, regardless of how healthy we are. So we are all encouraged to get the h1n1 vaccine. However, I will encourage you to read up on the vaccine and find out if it is truly necessary. Regardless of what the media or anyone says, maintaining a healthy immune system is paramount. I just know that pharmaceuticals are big business and the media helps this sector of the economy get wealthier and wealthier. Many times whoever has the most money wins. Individuals and organizations can be bought. So do your own due diligence and come up with your own decisions to what you will do.
Who Dies From H1N1?Swine influenza is a highly contagious respiratory virus that usually only affects the elderly and young children with compromised immune systems. But anyone who is already ill or has a history of illness is more apt to catch this virus along with other flu viruses.Even so, try not to become panicked or too alarmed by what you hear in the news. Just because you become ill with this type of influenza doesn’t mean you will die from it. There is way too much media hype surrounding the H1N1 virus. When you consider how many people have died from just the common influenza, swine flu deaths would not be made into a pandemic. Any influenza strain is a pandemic among people who are NOT healthy and who do not have a built up defense against the flu! This day and age, more people live to say they had H1N1 than die from it. Remember that.
Eating a Healthy DietA healthy eating lifestyle is your surest way to not come down with the H1N1 virus. But if you do happen to get this virus, the healthier and stronger your body is, the least likely you are to become gravely ill with swine flu symptoms.It is so very important to build up a strong immunity in your body to prevent sickness from such viruses and other diseases. When the body is strong, it fights off the bugs and viruses. Then they have to find a new, weaker host to eat off of. Good diet plans would include only whole, natural foods in the right proportions. This might be fresh fruit and vegetables, whole grains, beans and legumes, fish, raw dairy, nuts and seeds, and if you are a meat eater, some turkey and chicken. Processed sugar and flour foods will make the body weak and more apt to come down with viruses. Eat the right foods and stay fit.
SymptomsMuch like the common flu, h1n1 flu symptoms are similar. These can be fever, chills, lethargy, body aches, lack of appetite, coughing, runny nose, sore throat, vomiting and diarrhea. If you have the this virus, stop eating solid foods! Drink lots of filtered water, freshly squeezed juices, and clear vegetable broths.Additionally, you may add several cloves of garlic to your juicer and juice them right along with the fruits and vegetables you are juicing. Garlic is an excellent anti-viral herb that will speed up the healing process. Even the h1n1 flu hates garlic. Freshly grated or powdered ginger will help with vomiting, stomachaches and pains. Be sure to get plenty of bed rest and stay optimistic and happy. Rent some funny videos and enjoy laughing. Laughter also speeds recovery. Remember, h1n1 is just another flu and you will get better. In fact, you’ll be back to your old self in no time.
Ideas For Preventing H1N1 FluBecome more knowledgeable about H1N1, the vaccination dangers and benefits, ie -- the swine flu shot. Some parts of the world have become afflicted with this virus in larger proportions than in America. It is because of unsanitary living conditions and not taking the necessary precautions to prevent the disease.All viruses are contracted the same way—through coughing, sneezing, and dirty hands coming in contact with foods and people. When you sneeze, do not sneeze into your hands. Lift up your arm, bring it towards your body and sneeze into your shoulder area or into your elbow. This keeps your hands clean. Change your clothes often. Cough into a handkerchief or leave the room if possible and cough away from people. Avoid people who are infected with swine flu virus. When you leave the house bring alcohol based hand cleaners with you in your purse and in your car. If you are sick, don’t go to work! Wash your hands often. In fact, become a compulsive hand washer. Wash bedding often when sick because once the virus leaves your system, you don’t want to be sleeping on dirty linens. It is also important that we teach our children to practice these hygiene techniques as well. Sources:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H1N1
http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/
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