EVENT RECAP: Enterovirus D68/Ebola - Boost Your Defenses Naturally

Recently, I attended a workshop called, Enterovirus D68/Ebola - Boost Your Defense Naturally at Exhalation Integrative Wellness. The workshop was very informational, so much so, I decided to share what I've learned...

We learned that humans encounter hundreds of viruses on a daily basis, and were encourage to drop the fear about the latest scare. Viruses initially attack and weaken the immune system; therefore, one of the absolute best lines of defense from viral infections is to strengthen your immunity. Below are three simple ways to defend yourself from such an attack, but first let's learn a little bit more about a couple of viruses that received some notability recently.

Every so often, one virus takes center stage and is popularized through the media. You've heard of some of them: H1N1 (Swine Flu), Avian Flu (Bird Flu), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Ebola is the newest quote/unquote viral epidemics.

Ebola is a viral infection that causes fever, fatigue, internal bleeding joint and muscle pain. It is not airborne and can spread through bodily fluids like saliva, vomit, diarrhea, genital fluids, or surfaces and materials containing any of the viral fluids. It also can spread with direct exposure to the blood and bodily organs.

The Enterovirus D68 effects the respiratory tract, causing runny nose, fever, coughing, body and muscle aches. It is one of 100 strains of the enterovirus.

In light of the recent Ebola scare, workshop facilitator, Dr. Karla Mitchell shared preventative tips on how to naturally boost you and your family's immune defense with three natural alternatives:

1) Be Young Essential Oil's Spice of Life Defense & Guardian, good for strengthening the immune system and can be used as a preventative measure for cold and flu. This particular brand of essential oils are therapeutic grade, which means in additional to external use, they also can be taken internally. For usage instructions and dosage, consult a qualified natural health care provider. It can purchased online or directly at Exhalation Integrative Wellness. Essential oils, especially a high-quality therapeutic grade, is a natural medicine cabinet keepsake.

2) Homeoprophylaxis, a homeopathic remedy that drains the lymphatic system, detoxifies major organs and naturally (not chemically) triggers the body's immune response. This group of products is a highly touted natural alternative to vaccination. Although natural, this also must be used under supervision of a natural health care provider. This modality is offered at Exhalation Integrative Wellness.

3) Master Tonic, an anti-viral, anti-fungal Ayervedic decongestant tonic. This tonic can be created in the comforts of your home using ginger, turmeric, onions, garlic, cayenne and apple cider vinegar. After combining ingredients, allow it to age for at least three-weeks. This tonic helps to boost immunity while busting through mucus. It's most useful for clod/flu prevention and can be used in place of OTC medicine when fighting cold/flu.


BONUS: For those residing in Detroit-area; you can learn how to make this tonic first-hand from Naturopathic Doctor, Karla Mitchell at Exhalation Integrative Wellness on Nov. 8 at 2 p.m.

Still want to know more? Feel free to go to the source, Karla Mitchell is a naturopathic doctor and certified natural health professional. Her natural health and healing center offers free consultations, and accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield, medicaid, FSA and HSA.


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