Onions for Flu? Does It Work?Does using onions for flu really prevent you for catching it? Starting around 1918, there is the myth circulating that placing cut onions around the home helps to fight off the flu virus. This myth has remained up until today. Without going into unnecessary technical details, the fact is that cut unions don't attract the flu or cold virus. Sorry for the disappointing news. Common sense would tell you that the common cold and the flu virus are spread by contact. However, eating onions can give you relief to symptoms of the flu. Read on to find out more about the health benefits of onion for flu symptoms... Health Benefits of Onions Similar to the
health benefits of eating garlic for flu,
onions is rich in antioxidants and substances that can give you relief
from sinus congestions and the discomfort from the flu.
Onions can reduce inflammation around the sinus cavities and they have anti-allergic properties (to help with a runny nose). They can also dry up mucus from the sinus cavities, loosen phlegm and reduce cough. Of course, this is in addition to its reported abilities to protect against cancer, destroy worms and parasites in the intestine, lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels and treat high blood pressure! There is scientific evidence that chicken soup can provide relief from all the annoying symptoms of the flu. Adding onions and garlic would further improve the benefits of chicken soup for getting rid of flu symptoms! How to use onions for flu
The spice from
eating onions
will give you relief from a stuffy nose and a nagging cough. Eating the
onion raw is best. However, if you cannot tolerate eating
onions by itself, you can
include sliced onions in your sandwich or salad. Looking for Natural Solutions During the Flu Season? Below are two popular remedies that can be helpful in preventing and reducing the severity of your flu symptoms. They come highly recommended by those who have used them and come with a 1-year money back guarantee. BaniFlu is
a homeopathic remedy for flu protection. It works by increasing the
body's immune system to help fight against the invading virus. It can
also reduce the time it takes for you to recover from the flu.
FluGo is a homeopathic remedy designed to give you relief from flu symptoms such as a cough, sore throat, fatigue, runny nose, fever, chills and headaches. It also helps to maintain your appetite and improve recovery time. What are other herbs for flu prevention and treatment? There
are quite a few herbs and supplements that can be very helpful for flu
prevention and treatment. Our article Natural Remedies for Flu
provides
extensive details and recommended doses to use.
This is a must read for anyone looking for a complete guide to natural cures for the flu.  You may be interested in... Natural Remedies for Flu - The Complete Guide Review - Natural Remedies for Boosting the Immune System Return to Flu Home Page Use the search box below to
quickly find what you are looking for!
|