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The common cold This greatest bugbear of an upper respiratory tract infection is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, or even occasionally, allergic reactions. Staying healthy in the ‘fifth’ season Most of us believe there are only four seasons, but there is a fifth one that runs from November to February - the colds/flu season. Chances are, at some point in your life - and, for some people, onc... A shot up the nose No rolling up your sleeve for a painful shot in the arm. Just a couple of sniffs and you are protected from the dreaded flu. That’s the sales pitch for the latest flu vaccine FluMist, Bee healthy Propolis - that gummy substance collected by bees from leaf buds and tree bark - may be helpful in preventing and shortening the duration of the common cold in both children (Rom J Virol, 1995; 46: 11... Nutrients that aid immunity For a properly functioning immune system, consider the following nutrients: Colds and flu: keeping well in the winter season Most of the magic bullets to treat colds and flu - from antibiotics to zinc lozenges - are shots in the dark and not as effective as tried-and-tested traditional remedies. Fighting winter lethargy Sitting at home by the fire in the dead of winter is a comfortable pastime, but it may also be one reason why we get sicker at this time of year. Are viruses getting worse? Nobody can say with any certainty whether viruses are getting ‘worse’. They are, however, extremely adaptable organisms, Treating colds and flu naturally Take action at the first signs of a cold or flu as most of the research into remedies administer these early on to optimise the benefits. Colds and flu - Homeopathic remedies Two antagonistic camps exist among homeopaths - those who only prescribe a single remedy for a particular case (and find anything else anathema), and those who don't mind resorting to combination home...

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6 Feb 2012 | Adverse Reactions (bshubbard)

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Our main feature this month (http://www.wddty.com/kill-not-cure.html) highlights two disturbing statistics about Big Pharma: in 2011, it was recorded as the most fraudulent industry group in the world... more »

11 Jan 2012 | Adverse Reactions (bshubbard)

When miracles happen

Praying for another’s wellbeing is problematic, even at this time of year when our thoughts might turn to miracles and healings of the sick.   It’s not a problem for the sender or rec... more »

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Chanting for health

Using our voices has always been the key to healing and transformation in traditional cultures, and was a major contribution to a healthy community in our own – until we stopped. Having pioneere... more »

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