Flu remedies

Posted Jan 15, 2011 11:11 pm.

This article is more than 5 years old.

There has been a recent spike in flu cases across Canada.

But, if you are feeling a little squeamish to get a flu shot, there are some natural health products that can help battle the pesky virus.

Naturopath Dr. Sarah Henderson says it can be as simple as rinsing your sinuses with a salt solution once a day or changing your diet to strengthen your immune defences.

She also advises that when it comes to natural supplements, echinacea is one of the best.

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