There is no sure home remedies for swine flu. Consult your doctor if you have any symptoms immediately.

Swine flu is a respiratory disease that is caused by influenza type A virus. This type of virus mainly affects the pigs but, sometimes, can occur in people having close contact with pigs. Swine flu is contagious and can spread from one to another through coughing and sneezing. It can affect people of all ages and can cause sore throat, chills, fever, body aches, headaches, etc.

Home Remedies for Swine Flu (information purpose only – Do not follow..)

Listed below are some of the remedies for treating swine flu:

• Wash Your Hands: It is believed that swine flu virus can get into the inside of your body through the mouth and nose. Regular washing of your hands, especially before a meal, with soap and luke warm water can prevent this. Alternately, you can also wear hand gloves before touching anything directly so as not to get infected.
• Cover Your Nose and Mouth: If someone is sneezing or coughing near you, you may want to cover your nose and mouth with the inside of your palms or with your hanky. Alternately, you can wear face mask before going outside. These can prevent the virus to get entry into your system.
• Drink Lemon Balm Tea: Experts believe that the anti-viral property of lemon balm can treat swine flu. You can drink lemon balm tea twice every day.
• Chew Fresh Garlic Cloves: Garlic is considered an effective antiviral. Fresh garlic cloves (2-3) can be chewed once everyday.
• Steam Inhalation: It is also suggested that steam inhalation with eucalyptus or chamomile thrice a day can relieve from congestion from the lungs. This can help in alleviating swine flu symptoms.

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