Swine flu is a highly contagious acute respiratory disease found in pigs. It is caused by one of the swine influenza A viruses. Swine flu results in high morbidity and low mortality of about 1-4%. Amongst the pigs themselves, the virus spreads through aerosols, direct and indirect contact, and through asymptomatic carrier pigs. Although the pigs are prone to regular infections, incidences increase in the fall and winter months in the temperate zones. Therefore, pigs are routinely vaccinated against swine influenza in many countries.

How Can I Optimize My Immune System to Prevent Swine Flu?Here are some tips.

• A clinically proven glutathione enhancer, such as Immunocal. Since it is not a drug, this is safe for babies and small children as well as adults. You will need to re-hydrate it with water from your kit.
• Zinc lozenges. Zinc has been shown to clinically decrease the duration of a cold. May have found that this helps before the onset to prevent a cold in the first place, and is excellent for a sore throat. Interestingly, zinc is also one of the co-factors of glutathione. This means you need to make sure you are taking in zinc along with your glutathione enhancer to raise your levels of glutathione.
• A supply of Brazil Nuts. Each nut is packed with 100 mcg of Selenium. You need 200 mcg or 2 nuts a day to help boost your glutathione with this second essential co-factor.
• A two week supply of food for the family. Emergency kits are available online, and they can be grabbed quickly in the event of a disaster. We keep one in our garage for general disaster preparedness.
• A two week supply of drinkable water for each person in your home. Remember, water will not maintain its freshness. It only has a shelf life of about 3-6 months. So make sure to cycle any stored cases of water you may have.
• Electrolyte drinks, such as Gatorade or Powerade, to keep you hydrated.
• A hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol (If water and soap are not available).
• Surgical masks (FDA rating of at least N-95) to help prevent spreading the flu. Masks need to be disposed after each use, and should be changed often.
• Because healthy or fresh food may not be available, supplements like multi-vitamins, vitamin C, Calcium, Omega 3 Fish Oil, and any other supplements that you would routinely take should be included. Make sure the supplements are fresh and rotated in your kit.
• Canned fish, like salmon or sardines. These are rich in antioxidant omega oils.

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