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Flu Alert
from Dr. Hansen                                                          February 2008
 
Month, Year - Vol 1, Issue 1
Flu Suddenly Hitting Hard

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This year's flu virus is suddenly hitting hard and Doctors and ERs are being swamped with suspected flu cases. According to a CDC Flu Update released February 15, 2008, the current Flu Vaccine does not protect against the viral strains that have caused 53% of this year's flu cases. Additionally, the CDC reported that only 11% of the 95,000 suspected flu cases reported this season were actually caused by the flu.
 
What Should You Do?
Because you can't always tell what you're fighting, Dr. Hansen recommends that you keep PHYTOBIOTIC on hand to treat the symptoms of the Flu, and other coughs, colds, and sore throats, whether viral or bacterial.* This broad spectrum herbal anti-biotic is exceptionally effective and does not cause probiotic disruption. It contains a standardized extract of Elderberry, which has been shown to be effective against multiple strains of Influenza A and B viruses, including the one that was not included in this year's flu vaccine and is now causing so much havoc.

Clinically Proven to Work Fast
In a double blind clinical trial on patients infected with the influenza virus 90% of the group taking Elderberry extract recovered completely from the fever, chills, body aches, and cough twice as fast as the group receiving the placebo (within 3 days rather than 7).
Elderberry disarms viruses by binding to them and preventing them from getting into the body. Flavanoids found in the berries are thought to coat the virus and inhibit the action of an enzyme called neuraminidase that otherwise would break down the cell wall membrane, allowing the virus to get inside. Elderberry also enhances immunity by increasing the production of lymphocytes and acts as a potent antioxidant.
 
Phytobiotic also contains Echinacea angustifolia, which has been shown to possess antiviral activity against several viruses including influenza; Andrographis paniculata, which has been shown in a double blind placebo controlled study to significantly reduce symptoms of the common cold and sinusitis, as well as time off work; Ashwaghanda for its immune enhancing properties and Goldenseal, for its potent broad spectrum anti-bacterial activity.To learn more about Phytobiotic, click here.
 
PHYTOBIOTIC: Nature's Most Effective Broad Spectrum Anti-biotic
Whether it's a cough, cold, sore throat, or the flu, you can count on Phytobiotic. For best results take 3 Capsules 3 times daily beginning as soon as symptoms occur. Make sure you keep plenty of Phytobiotic on hand for the whole family. To prevent cold and flu symptoms, Dr. Hansen recommends taking 2 capsules of Phytobiotic every day during the winter months. Stay healthy this winter and be ready for whatever comes your way.
 
What Else Can You Do?
First and Foremost, Dr. Hansen recommends getting plenty of rest, keeping hydrated and avoiding sugar. A mere 100 grams of common table sugar can suppress the immune system by 50% and last for 5 hours. That much sugar is easily consumed by eating a candy bar and a soda. Choose healthy alternatives to white sugar and white flour products to keep your immune system healthy.

Dr. Hansen also recommends taking Oscillococcinum™ for symptoms of the flu. This fast acting homeopathic medicine was developed in France more than 60 years ago. It is the number one over-the-counter flu medication in France. Dr. Hansen keeps both on hand and starts both as soon as symptoms occur. That's how Dr. Hansen keeps from getting all of the colds and flus that he is exposed to every day in his clinic. For more information about Oscillococcinum, click here.
 
What Can You Do if You Have Young Children: For children who cannot swallow pills, give Oscillococcinum and 4 ml of liquid Elderberry + Echinacea for the flu, or Elderberry + Wild Cherry bark if they have a cough. Give either formulas 4 times daily.

To Prevent the Flu
Dr. Hansen recommends taking 2 capsules of Phytobiotic every day during the winter months to prevent colds and flus. Make sure you keep plenty of Oscillococcinum and  Phytobiotic on hand so you're ready to fight back when symptoms occur.

*This structure/function claim has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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