Swine Flu Epidemic - What you need to know

The Swine Flu is becoming a cause for concern for canadians as more outbreaks are surfacing daily. Here are some basic Naturopathic precautions that you can take to keep and your family low risk!

1) Maintain a healthy diet full of vegetables, fruit and whole grains. Avoid processed foods and sugars as they depress the immune system.
2) Maintain a healthy lifestyle - exercise and stress management are key
3) Get adequate sleep - rest is vital for healthy immunity
4) Hand washing - this is basic hygiene as shoult be practised throughout the day.

In addition, your naturopath can discuss proper nutrients for a healthy immunity (vitamin C, vitamin D, beta carotene etc); botanical support to stimulate the immune system; and homeopathy.

The key is PREVENTION!! if you are feeling tired or run down, or suffer from frequent infections, please see your Naturopath for help immediately!

Dr. Anna Falkowski HBSc, ND
Naturopathic Doctor & Clinic Director
Vitality for Life Health Center
www.vitalityforlife.ca

Dr. Anna Falkowski HBSc, ND
Naturopathic Doctor, Clinic Director
info@vitalityforlife.ca
www.vitalityforlife.ca
Twitter: @NaturoDoctor
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