Dear Patient,
 
A common cold is a disease of  the upper respiratory system which generally lasts five to 10 days. It is called a cold because the illness occurs when somebody has been really cold. Influenza-like infection is a generic expression for systemic diseases with various causes.    
The degree of susceptibility for colds and infections is essentially determined by the immune system. Its functioning is dependent on physical health and spiritual well-being.
As Autumn is here and winter approaches we are more likely to catch a cold so I have asked some of our specialists to give us some tips to boost our immune system and prevent illness. 
In This Issue
Miriam's Nutritional advice
Pascale's Homeopathic advice
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Miriam Saltmarshe-Nutritionist annie
"There are many ways you can help yourself through this winter season to stop yourself getting the dreaded lurgie. Diet-wise ensure there are lots of brightly coloured fruits and vegetables in all your meals, that means berries in your porridge and extra broccoli with dinner. Herbal teas can also be a useful way to boost immunity, good brands to choose from include Pukka and Dr Stuarts, stir in some manuka honey to give an extra kick! There are a range of supplements that can also support and boost the body's immune system: Vitamin C (1000mg p/day) and zinc (15mg p/day) are a good starting point, Andrographis (Pukka) is a great stimulator for the body's immunity and giving Echinacea a run for its money. Vitamin D is also an essential for winter, known as the sunshine vitamin (the body manufactures vitamin D after being exposed to sunlight), we become deficient in the winter months, since this vitamin is important for regulating the immune system it is important to supplement.
Combine all these elements together and this should set you in good stead for a healthy and happy winter!"
 


Dr Delechenault, Homeopath

Winter is coming : take natural vitamin C =fresh fruits and vegetables juices every day.

Don't forget that your immune system in your gut is essential for good health and well being : stay away from sugar,dairy products,  cereals with gluten, processed food (rich in calories but poor in nutrients), fatty food or deep-cooked meat.
An excessive intestinal fermentation gives bloating, food intolerance.It changes the gut flora depressing the immunity and opening the door to agressive seasonal bugs. The Mediterranean diet is good for all , mostly in period of virus epidemic. Beware of tobacco (active and passive smoking), alcohol, pollution, and get plenty of sleep. 
If an Epidemic strikes : Protect yourself with a mask if you have to stay in contact with ill persons. Infected ones should wear a mask if they go outside or are in contact with old people, young children, or in schools or hospitals.

Prevention with herbs and essential oils:
Ribes nigrum Bg Mg D1 (or tincture of blossoms) 50 drops morning+natural Vitamin C 1 gramme by day, and minerals « Oligosols Cu-Au-Ag » x2 à 3 by day.+ Magnesium  Probiotics (friendly bacteria) (10 days per month or every 2 or 3 days during winter)

If you are stressed, take « adaptative » herbs: Rhodiola and Eleutherocoque (association « Adaptafom » of www.laboratoires-fenioux.com)

If you're living near ill persons (shops, offices with air conditioning , tube or buses): put 1 drop every day on your skin, on the wrist and under the nose of essential oils: Eucalyptus radiata, Ravintsare, Niaouli (melaleuca quinquenervia), Lavender officinale. You can put some drops in an aromatherapy vaporizer using Eucalyptus, pine, tea tree, lemon.
 
If you feel any sign of a virus attack ( headache, fatigue) :treat immediately before viral invasion. The natural treatment may shorten the manifestation, and you'll feel better within 48h : Go on a hydric diet , just take water, soup, fresh vegetable and fruit juices . Drink lemon juice in hot water with spices as Cinnamon, Ginger, Cloves and honey as sugar. Stay at home to keep warm. Use your essential oils mixture and gently massage the neck, chest and back, or put some drops in a hot bath. Take a high dosage of Magnesium (>400mg), minerals, Ribes nigrum (you can add Myrtus communis TM   50 drops x3 by day in water)
Take homeopathy : OSCILLOCOCCINUM as soon as possible (1 dose immediately and 6 and 12 hours later).
Take 1 tea spoon  x3 times a day of EPS (fresh extract of plants) of CYPRES (Cupressus semperfringens) and ECCHINACEA  (1/2-1/2) associated to PLANTAIN (Plantago lanceolata) in case of dry cought.If you can't find it take Echinacea purpurea Tincture 30 drops x3/day.+ a 10% mixture of anti infectious essential oils in alcohol (thyme, Niaouli=Melaleuca viridiflora, Mint =Mentha piperita :30 drops x 2 to 3 times a day in water . (Easier and more active : ALTERNATIVE of laboratoire SALVIA +33 (0)2,51,05,29,81)
 
Homeopathy :  swineflu : Veratrum album 15 CH: with high fever,  fainting and cold sweating, pale face,and huge fatigue
Other common symptoms, nose weeping, muscle pain, Rhus tox 5 CH and Eupatorium perfolliatum 5CH and if indicated Bryonia, Belladonna,Gelsemium.
 
Dr Delechenault will be at The Berkeley clinic on Friday the 2nd and Saturday the 3rd of October. Miriam can be contacted via the reception of the clinic. For an appointment, call 02077244004
 
Have a healthy autumn
 
Take care
 
Gwen