Swine flu symptoms can include:
- Extreme fever (typically 38–40°C) – this tends to be more severe in children
- fatigue/unusual tiredness
- Headache, runny nose
- sore throat, shortness of breath or a cough
- loss of appetite, aching muscles
- vomiting or diarrhea, sensitivity to light
- Insomnia, dry, unproductive cough
- The symptoms are similar for children, but they can also get pain in the ear and appear less active.
How long does Flu last?
Flu can last 1 – 3 weeks depending on the virus
- Swine flu (so called as it is caused by a virus that regularly attack pigs) is rampant currently in SADCIt has been estimated that 30% of people (kids & adults) have been exposed
- How sick you get is determined by the strength of your immune system
Flu symptoms come on very quickly and can continue for 3 weeks, followed by 3 months of upper respiratory infection:
The immune system is your body’s first defense line against intruders like viruses harmful bacteria, pathogens, cancer cells, and parasites.
- The immune system can recognize our own tissues and cells from foreign tissues.
- When it spots foreign cells like a virus, bacteria, or parasite, it issues a response to fight them. The immune system can also clean out any dead cells from our body.
- We are all born with an innate immune system, and it usually gets stronger as we enter adulthood.
- However, our immune system can become weakened by things like lack of sleep, poor diet, changes in weather, and stress.
- A weakened immune system is more likely to let in a harmful pathogen, resulting in sickness and infection.
- Healthgarde and Sportron to the Rescue!
- Sportron Respitron Syrup: A herbal blend of Echinacea (Cold and Flu fighter) that contains Licorice Root (Anti-inflammatory), Ivy Leaf (cough and post-nasal drip), Quercetin (Antihistamine) and B-complex for extra energy and fighting power on cellular level. For all ages.
- Sportron Pro B Drops: A 9-strain probiotic drops that provides 1 billion CFU positive micro-organisms with each dose to re-balance your tummy’s microbiome. 70% of your body’s immune cells reside in your tummy’s lining. For all ages.
- Healthgarde Infagarde: A herbal blend of Echinacea, Pelargonium (cough and post nasal drip), Moringa & Ginger known for their super anti-oxidant powers and anti-inflammatory properties. For all ages.
- Healthgarde Defender: A super anti-oxidant rich formula, containing Echinacea, Zinc, Selenium and Grapeseed Extract, which together provide 20 times the strength of anti-oxidants of Vitamin C. It is a super immune booster.
A Multivitamin a Day keeps the doctor away! (Compiled by Isabel)
