Flu season hit us this year with a vengeance. With the swine flu (H1N1), it’s an epidemic.

And it’s not over yet. Moms are in a panic, waiting for a cough or fever that signals the start of a serious, contagious disease. It’s not entirely unreasonable to worry, because the flu results in approximately 30,000 deaths a year.

But there is something you can do about it. Prevention is as close as your cupboard.

Last month a Japanese researcher showed that green tea contains a powerful antioxidant that fights against three types of flu viruses, including H1N1.

Simply gargling or drinking a cup of green tea is a better way to prevent the flu than the common prescription drug used to prevent and treat it, Amantadine.

A good cup of home-brewed tea contains five to seven times the concentration needed to cut flu infections in half. Even H1N1.

Green tea contains anti-bacterial properties, and has also been shown to:
o Zap harmful free radicals.
o Promote joint comfort and mobility.
o Support healthy DNA, leaving cells stable and healthy.
o Boost your exercise capacity by up to 30%.
o Offer 25 to 100 times the potency of vitamins C and E.
o Change the way your body reacts to LDL to maintain healthy arteries.
o Fight against the damaging effects of toxin exposure.
o Guard against cancer.
o Increase the length of telomeres to reset your biological clock. (you look younger)
o Prevent bad breath and maintain healthy skin.

But stay away from green tea drinks that contain sugar, aspartame, or chemical additives. These additives counter the effects of the tea.
Instead, brew your own…

To brew a cup of green tea, bring water to a boil and combine with tea leaves in a teapot. Steep for one to four minutes, depending on the tea you use and the strength you enjoy. Drink it hot or pour it over ice. Try drinking green tea throughout the day for the best effects.

You can’t entirely isolate yourself from infection. But you can do something else right now to start building up your immune defenses.

Here are five supplements I recommend for maximum protection:
1. CoQ10 - CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant that shields your body from free radicals that bombard your cells every single day. I recommend that everyone take CoQ10 regularly as a constant source of new energy for your cells. For best results, make sure it contains a special form of CoQ10 called ubiquinol, which is 8 times more potent than regular CoQ10.

2. Strong antioxidant,” a good quality antioxidant can do more for your health than any other nutrient on the planet. It doesn’t just seek and destroy free radicals… it acts as a suit of armor, making every cell in your body more resilient and better able to fight off free radical attacks.

3. Resveratrol - Resveratrol acts as a potent antioxidant by binding with free radicals. It’s found naturally in grapes, blueberries, and cranberries, but it’s difficult – if not impossible – to get enough of it from food alone. That’s why I recommend taking a supplement for the highest degree of protection.

4. The omega-3 essential fatty acids can help reduce inflammation. And it’s full of vitamin D, which acts as a great immune system booster. In fact, a recent study found that people recovering from colds, flus, and other respiratory infections had low levels of vitamin D in their blood. The study results also showed people with lower levels of vitamin D were 40% more likely to have respiratory infections.

5. Daily Multi-Vitamin - Unfortunately, with our western diet of processed and refined foods, most of us are lacking all the vitamins our bodies need. This chronic lack of critical nutrients puts you at risk for today’s most serious health threats.

I always say that taking a great quality multi-vitamin is the first step to better health for everyone. It’s inexpensive and easy to add to your daily routine.

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