There are many home health remedies available to us that are simple to make or take at home that can truly lessen the severity and length of a cold or flu illness. Many of these are recipes passed down from our grandmothers and have been used for hundreds of years. Even though many of these health remedies are folk medicine, their effectiveness has been backed up by science.
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There are many home health remedies available to us that are simple to make or take at home that can truly lessen the severity and length of a cold or flu illness. Many of these are recipes passed down from our grandmothers and have been used for hundreds of years. Even though many of these health remedies are folk medicine, their effectiveness has been backed up by science.
There are many home health remedies available to us that are simple to make or take at home that can truly lessen the severity and length of a cold or flu illness. Many of these are recipes passed down from our grandmothers and have been used for hundreds of years. Even though many of these health remedies are folk medicine, their effectiveness has been backed up by science.
These home remedies don’t just simply mask symptoms like pharmaceuticals or contain unwanted side effects. They really are working with the whole body to boost the immune system and are extremely effective antibacterials and antivirals. They shine at helping to build and restore the health of the system.
In this course, we will cover the foods and teas to get you through the cold and flu season. This includes simple recipes to make before the season begins and really simple recipes once you or someone you care for becomes sick. We will also go through what you can buy at the store to have on hand.
In this course, I also cover various protocols for each type of symptom, sore throat, respiratory congestion, fever and ear infections. Finally and most importantly, I go through that best ways to avoid becoming sick in the first place.
So join me in this highly informative course. When cold and flu season hits this year, you’ll be glad you did.
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Learning objectives
- Decrease your chances of getting a cold or flu
- Decrease length and severity of illness if you do get sick
- Make powerfully immune boosting recipes that taste great
- Make home remedies specifically for sore throat, cough, sinus congestion, fever and/or ear infections
- Know which remedies are antibacterial and antiviral
- Be stocked and prepared for the cold and flu season ahead
- Decrease your chances of getting a cold or flu
- Decrease length and severity of illness if you do get sick
- Make powerfully immune boosting recipes that taste great
- Make home remedies specifically for sore throat, cough, sinus congestion, fever and/or ear infections
- Know which remedies are antibacterial and antiviral
- Be stocked and prepared for the cold and flu season ahead
Syllabus
This is an Overview of the course
The introduction covers what is included throughout the course.
We will cover simple remedies to make before cold and flu season to have on hand
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Syllabus
The introduction covers what is included throughout the course.
Fire Cider contains the perfect blend of decongesting and immune boosting ingredients.
Together will make sore throat balls that will sooth and help heal a raw, irritated throat.
The ingredients of ginger and honey make a wonderful and delicious cold and flu remedy that can be made ahead of time or once an illness strikes.
Together we will make this old time recipe this is a delicious and wonderful cold and flu remedy.
In this lecture we will cover why garlic is the perfect cold and flu remedy and the best way to prepare it.
Together we will make garlic infused oil, one of the most effective remedies for ear infections.
Ginger tea includes ingredients beneficial for colds and flu.
Sage and salt make an effective gargle to heal and sooth a sore throat.
Chai tea not only tastes great but also has medicinal qualities that help reduce cold and flu symptoms.
Always keep some onions and curry on hand during cold and flu season to help ease symptoms.
This simple stew not only boosts the immune system, but is equally as nourishing.
Let's cover specifics of what to do and not do when you get a sore throat.
Let's cover specifics of what to do and not do when you get an ear infection.
Let's cover the specifics of what to do when you get a fever.
Let's cover the specifics of what to do when you get the flu.
Let's cover the specifics of what to do and not do for respiratory infections.
Use these recipes to follow along during the lectures.
There are other items you may wish to purchase that are effective for colds and flu.
List of trusted companies for ordering ingredients online.
This lecture covers the times when it is advised to seek the help of a health care provider.
This lecture offers advice to staying healthy this year.
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Practical herbal remedies for cold & flu
Excellent starting point for newcomers.
Feel ready for cold/flu season.
Addresses staying well and symptom relief.
Recipes are simple and easy to follow.
Activities
Review 'Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide'
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Gain a foundational understanding of herbal medicine and common herbs before starting the course.
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Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A...
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Obtain a copy of the book.
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Read the introductory chapters on herbal preparations and safety.
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Review the profiles of herbs mentioned in the course syllabus.
Review Basic Biology Concepts
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Strengthen your understanding of the biological processes related to immunity and infection.
Browse courses on
Human Physiology
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Review notes from previous biology courses.
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Focus on the immune system and how it responds to pathogens.
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Research the basics of viruses and bacteria.
Compile a List of Local Herbal Resources
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Identify local sources for purchasing herbs and supplies, enhancing your ability to implement the course's remedies.
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Research local health food stores and herbal shops.
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Identify local farms or gardens that grow medicinal herbs.
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Compile a list with contact information and product offerings.
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Share your list with other students in the course.
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Create a Cold & Flu Remedy Kit
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Prepare a ready-to-use kit with essential ingredients and recipes from the course, ensuring you're prepared when illness strikes.
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Gather the necessary ingredients for the course's key remedies.
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Prepare and package the remedies according to the recipes.
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Label each item with instructions for use.
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Store the kit in an easily accessible location.
Document Your Remedy Experiences
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Track the effectiveness of different remedies on your own cold and flu symptoms, reinforcing your understanding and personalizing your approach.
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Create a journal or spreadsheet to record your experiences.
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Document the remedies you use, the dosage, and the timing.
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Record your symptoms and how they change over time.
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Analyze your data to identify the most effective remedies for you.
Review 'The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook'
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Deepen your knowledge of herbal medicine-making techniques.
View
The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook
on Amazon
Show steps
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Obtain a copy of the book.
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Read the chapters on making tinctures, salves, and teas.
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Compare the book's methods to those taught in the course.
Share Your Knowledge in Online Forums
Show steps
Reinforce your learning by answering questions and sharing your experiences with others interested in herbal remedies.
Show steps
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Find online forums or social media groups focused on herbal medicine.
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Actively participate in discussions and answer questions from other members.
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Share your experiences with the remedies you've learned about in the course.
Review 'Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginner's Guide'
Show steps
Gain a foundational understanding of herbal medicine and common herbs before starting the course.
View
Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A...
on Amazon
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of the book.
- Read the introductory chapters on herbal preparations and safety.
- Review the profiles of herbs mentioned in the course syllabus.
Review Basic Biology Concepts
Show steps
Strengthen your understanding of the biological processes related to immunity and infection.
Browse courses on
Human Physiology
Show steps
- Review notes from previous biology courses.
- Focus on the immune system and how it responds to pathogens.
- Research the basics of viruses and bacteria.
Compile a List of Local Herbal Resources
Show steps
Identify local sources for purchasing herbs and supplies, enhancing your ability to implement the course's remedies.
Show steps
- Research local health food stores and herbal shops.
- Identify local farms or gardens that grow medicinal herbs.
- Compile a list with contact information and product offerings.
- Share your list with other students in the course.
Create a Cold & Flu Remedy Kit
Show steps
Prepare a ready-to-use kit with essential ingredients and recipes from the course, ensuring you're prepared when illness strikes.
Show steps
- Gather the necessary ingredients for the course's key remedies.
- Prepare and package the remedies according to the recipes.
- Label each item with instructions for use.
- Store the kit in an easily accessible location.
Document Your Remedy Experiences
Show steps
Track the effectiveness of different remedies on your own cold and flu symptoms, reinforcing your understanding and personalizing your approach.
Show steps
- Create a journal or spreadsheet to record your experiences.
- Document the remedies you use, the dosage, and the timing.
- Record your symptoms and how they change over time.
- Analyze your data to identify the most effective remedies for you.
Review 'The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook'
Show steps
Deepen your knowledge of herbal medicine-making techniques.
View
The Herbal Medicine-Maker's Handbook
on Amazon
Show steps
- Obtain a copy of the book.
- Read the chapters on making tinctures, salves, and teas.
- Compare the book's methods to those taught in the course.
Share Your Knowledge in Online Forums
Show steps
Reinforce your learning by answering questions and sharing your experiences with others interested in herbal remedies.
Show steps
- Find online forums or social media groups focused on herbal medicine.
- Actively participate in discussions and answer questions from other members.
- Share your experiences with the remedies you've learned about in the course.
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