What can i take for influenza?

Are you feeling like a sack of potatoes after a long day in the fields? Is your throat so sore that it feels like you’ve been gargling gravel soaked in battery acid? Do not fear, my friend – this is just influenza, or flu as some may say. While those germ-filled particles are wreaking havoc on your immune system, we have some tried-and-true remedies to help alleviate some symptoms and make you feel human again.

Oh The Symptoms!

Before we dive into solutions, let’s take a look at what might be happening to your body while Mr. Flu has set up camp inside:

Fever

Chills sweatin’ ya bumpersticker off? You’re not alone! A fever is one of the most common symptoms when it comes to influenza. Basically, your body temperature rises because it’s trying to kill those pesky germs.

Body Aches

Do not confuse this with getting swole – if anything these feels will always put Michael B Jordan’s workouts to shame! Your achy-breaky muscles are another way your body fights the sickness by producing chemicals called cytokines.

Chilly-chills And Shivers

Quick! Grab an extra blanket while sitting beside the cozy fire: We’re dealing with internal warfare here and we all know about fixing hypothermia right?! Seriously though –These shivering sessions deal directly with that higher-than-average temperature mentioned earlier.

Paralysis Of The Lungs (Joking Here)

Okay now ….YOU GOT THIS!

Solutions To Cure Them All:

Here come our top-notch remedies and suggestions for breaking down that flu fortress!

When over-the-counter medicine starts whispering sweet nothings in yo ear—doin’ anything becomes much more bearable.Click-throo click-click–Abra-ca-dabra (Just kidding). Common medications like acetaminophen, ibuprofen or aspirin can help relieve those aches and bring down that spike in temperature.

Medication Dose
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 325-500 mg every four hours as needed for fever and pain relief
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) 200-400 mg every six hours as needed for fever, pain and inflammation
Aspirin Not recommended for teens or children suffering from flu-like symptoms

Some Awesome Herbal Therapies

If you’re looking to go the natural route with some herbs then check these out:

Elderberry Sambucus Nigra Extract

This is known as a mighty antiviral with antioxidant benefits baked right in! The extract also contains flavonoids, which have been shown to improve immune system function.

Echinacea Purpurea Herb

Echinacea has become quite popular over recent years due to its alleged antibacterial properties. However, new studies suggest that it may do more by stimulating the body’s production of white blood cells aiding our fighting ability against foreign substances – this could cover those pesky viruses too.

Forgive us if it seems we’re going all steam engine on ya— but sometimes science goes old-school when dealing with sickness yea?!The warm moisture certainly will take care of them internal chills/fevers plus…whew,,,we just love an excuse/reason to relax like P.Diddy circa ‘97!

When feeling unwell, drinking enough fluids should always be top priority – knock back generous amounts of tea and other hot liquids; especially bone broth which powers up your energy levels while fortifying your immunity!

Keep That Body Moving

While exercise may be the last thing on your mind, some light movement can help you feel better by increasing circulation and providing mental stimulation. A brisk walk or gentle yoga session can work wonders for your wellbeing.

Yoga For Those Muscles

Yoga has been proven to improve blood circulation while simultaneously decreasing stress hormones – this is a slam dunk when it comes to soothing those achy muscles!Here ya go:

  1. Mountain Pose
  2. Tree Pose
  3. Cat-Cow Stretch
  4. Child’s Pose
  5. Reclined Twist

Last but not least – give that body of yours plenty of rest! Be sure keep up with healthy foods (especially soups) & prepare your mind for some much needed relaxation which will ease that tension built up from fighting the flu off!

Don’t let those sneaky germs get you down too long — ease those symptoms by following our recommendations& comeback stronger than ever!

So – hold on tight my friend well-wishesin’ speedy recovery in no time!!

(Author’s note: Definitions are only intended as humorous fillers within context; none are medically accurate -please follow doctors orders!)

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