Advice for flu-like symptoms

Advice for flu-like symptoms and what I do for myself and my family. - Dr. Rakesh Bhattacharya D.C.

Use my practitioner code: VFT4BH to order Catalyn and Congaplex through Standard Process.

What to do for the flu?

The key is to stay healthy - here are some reminders:

•             Get plenty of sleep

•             Drink plenty of water

•             Limit sweets

•             Eat good fats

•             Have homemade chicken stock (using apple cider vinegar)

•             Take a good multi vitamin like CATALYN (Standard Process)

However, even in the best circumstance, you may come down with a cold or flu.  There are two things I would have in my ‘medicine chest.’

One is a product, CONGAPLEX, which supports the Thymus that is the critical gland in antibody production and transforming white cells into infection-fighting killer cells.  It also provides vitamins from whole-food concentrates that are full of real vitamins, A, C, J, K and bioflavonoids and more.  It is derived from organically grown plants, processed in a way that keeps all vital forces intact.  It also contains fish oil and support for bones.  Finally, CONGAPLEX contains Calcium Lactate, the easiest form of calcium to utilize and magnesium (it is not a dairy product).  It is critical for those prone to fevers and infections.

If you have continual problems during cold and flu season, take 3-6 daily.  If you don’t have continual problems, you might consider 1-2 daily as preventive. 

At the first sign of problems, take 2 per waking hour for 48 hours.  This will almost always stop the problem.  Even infants can take it – one every two hours will almost always bring a fever to normal within 8 to 12 hours and end most colds and flu in a day or two.  It can also be used at the first sign of an ear infection.

The second product I would get is a homeopathic product called, OSCILLOCOCCINUM.  At the first sign of flu, open a small bottle and drop a few pellets into the mouth.  The directions suggest a whole bottle each time but that is more than necessary.  The exact number is not important, you need just enough to allow them to dissolve and make contact in your mouth.  Follow the directions as to how often.  (Safe for all ages.)

With these two items, you are well-armed to do what you can to avoid or lessen the flu:

What about "One-per-day" Multivitamins

One-per-day multiple vitamin-mineral  (MVM) supplements usually do not provide sufficient amounts of many nutrients such as vitamin E, calcium, magnesium, and vitamin C. One-per-day MVMs should therefore not be viewed as a way to “cover all bases” in the way that high-potency MVMs, requiring three or more pills per day, are viewed.

Because one-per-day formulas typically do not contain even the minimum recommended amounts of some of the nutrients and minerals, multiples requiring several capsules or tablets per day are preferable. With two- to six-per-day multiples, intake should be spread out at two or three meals each day, instead of taking them all at one sitting. The amount of vitamins and minerals can be easily increased or decreased by taking more or fewer of the multiple.

The primary purpose of an MVM supplement is to provide a convenient way to get a good variety of nutrients from a single product.  They are not meant to replace a healthy diet.  They only serve to enhance the nutritional quality of your diet.

        Catalyn 

In my office I recommend Catalyn to combat the deficiencies that occur as a result of the refined food diet so many of us are on.

It is a whole foods based MVM with a complex formula and prepared in a way which preserves the nutritional value of its 12 whole food ingredients with no synthetic components. 

Do I Need More Than Just a Multiple Vitamin?

Even if you ate a perfect diet, USDA data has shown that our food supply is simply not as nutritious as it was 30 years ago.  Supplementing your diet can help to correct these short-comings.  The only way to know if the supplements you’re taking are working or to know exactly what vitamins/minerals and dosages you need to take is to get tested.  Starting with a consultation, the doctor will determine the testing that should be done.  Using blood work and other diagnostic tools, we do an in-depth analysis of your system.  The testing will tell us where the problem areas are occurring or just developing.  During your report of findings we will carefully note major and minor conditions that may lead to serious illness.  This detailed report will explain your test findings, as well as the nutrient and dietary recommendations based upon your test results.

Schedule your nutritional evaluation today and take control of your health.

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