I have been receiving a great deal of emails with questions about the up and coming flu season, the effect that H1N1 might play in it and the vaccines being offered as a remedy. I’d like to take another path in broaching these issues here if I may. As I have previously stated I believe [...]
Studies have shown that Fucoidan helps to activate dendritic cells within the body. These dendritic cells have been shown to be the most effective anitigen presenting cells for naïve T-cells and initiates the process of immune system recognition of a new pathogen. In simple terms dendritic cells help the body to identify new invaders and [...]
Although vitamin C & zinc have historically received most of the press regarding their ability to help resist cold and flu, Vitamin D is the big winner here. In fact recent studies have shown that people with the lowest vitamin D levels are often the most susceptible to colds and flu. “The findings of our [...]
Parents talking on the internet forums have expressed some concern about the H1N1 vaccine that will be offered to children and adults with underlying health conditions and pregnant women as priorities. Fears raised include its safety for pregnant women, whether the vaccine has been tested enough and the fact one of them contains a controversial [...]
It is believed that there will be 50million doses of the H1N1 vaccines available by the end of August and another 150million available sometime around the end of September. This leaves some 150million Americans “unprotected” against the virus. The question here? Is this a blessing or a curse? The bottom line is that this vaccine, [...]