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10/05/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Nature cures: Medicinal plants from South Africa can treat influenza without negative side effects

Different kinds of drugs are currently used to treat influenza; however, these are also linked to negative side effects – even vaccines and conventional antiviral agents have limited effectiveness against influenza viruses. In a study, researchers suggest five South African medicinal plants which can help treat the influenza A virus (IAV). Researchers are hopeful that these alternative remedies can […]

09/26/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Preventing influenza with these 5 South African medicinal plants

A study published in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine reported that five different medicinal plants from South Africa might help prevent influenza. Instead of using antiviral drugs that are often linked to various side effects, the authors believe that these plants will be more effective at preventing the viral infection. The study aimed to analyze the effectiveness […]

07/02/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eat more fiber to prevent the flu, according to a new study

Eating more foods rich in fiber can help fight against the flu virus, according to a mice study published in the journal Immunity. Earlier research has found a connection between dietary fiber and the immune system. It is believed that this is due to the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) by gut bacteria as […]

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