Grapefruit seed extract or GSE is also known as citrus seed extract. Grapefruit seed extract is a liquid derived from the seeds, pulp, and white membranes of grapefruit.
Some alternative medicine practitioners have stated that GSE possess antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties.
Oscillococcinum which is also commonly shortened to Oscillo is an extremely popular homeopathic alternative medicine. Oscillo is marketed to relieve flu or influenza-like symptoms. Oscillo is used in more than 50 countries worldwide in order to help battle the flu. This homeopathic product has been in production in france for more than 65 years where the name Oscillococcinum is owned by the French company, Boiron. There are other manufacturers who make similar preparations. Whether the product actually works as per scientific guidelines is heavily debated… but several shopping websites around the internet show customers leaving very favorable reviews for the products.
Research has demonstrated the ability of the supplement N-Acetyl Cysteine to help battle the flu. N-Acetyl Cysteine has several properties that make this supplement a must have in your arsenal for staying healthy during the swine flu outbreak. During the past several years, a increasing number of people have been relying on N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) as a simple and effective strategy for defending against influenza during normal flu seasons.
If you find that you have come down with the flu, swine flu or otherwise, there are a few things you can do to keep yourself somewhat comfortable. At least as comfortable as you can be while having the flu.
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