Healthy Home Hacks Podcast 72: How to Survive and Thrive Naturally This Cold & Flu Season
It’s cold and flu season and if you’re experiencing dreaded symptoms, you’ve come to the right place. While flu viruses are detected year-round in the US, they’re most common during the fall and winter with influenza activity peaking between December and February.
You may have asked yourself if the cold and flu be avoided. And if you suffer from either, can the duration and severity be reduced? Our guest today, Dr. Ken Redcross, is the author of “Bond: The 4 Cornerstones of a Lasting and Caring Relationship with Your Doctor,” and founder of a unique concierge service providing patient-first treatment through Strategic Health Services. His patient portfolio includes executives, athletes, and entertainers, as well as individuals from all walks and stages of life.
Key Takeaways:
- Why it’s essential to eat a healthy diet, especially this time of year.
- Healthier options to include in your diet.
- How lack of sleep affects our immune system and our ability to fend off a cold or the flu.
- Why you should be proactive when it comes to the flu.
- Some of the “closer to the earth” remedies Dr. Redcross prefers to give his patients and even his own family.
- What’s most appealing about homeopathic medicines.
- Redcross’ favorites homeopathic remedies for the cold and flu.
- The issue concerning medications for children and why it’s essential to be mindful when administering medicines to younger family members.
To learn more about Dr. Redcross’ work and services, visit Dr. Ken Redcross, and to learn more about Boiron, visit BoironUSA. We’ll have all the links in the show notes at RonandLisa.com/Podcast.