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Celiacs Who've Had The Flu...

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:wacko: I need to know what is safe to take when you have the flu, and celiac. Is thera flu okay? I'm sicker than a dog today! My son was home all week sick, his whole class is getting sick, and now I have it. Body aches, headache, throwing up etc, my toes even hurt! :huh: What did you do, or take when you've had the flu? Advice is really appreciated!
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Julie, I am sorry you are sick. Official flu meds will not help you to get better faster, all they do is cover up symptoms. Your best bet is, to drink echinacea tea, take lots of vitamin C, extra vitamin A, zinc, vitamin E, drink lots of water (orange juice is NOT a good idea, contrary to popular opinion) and get plenty of rest. Garlic (either straight, in food or pills) might help, as they're anti-viral as well as anti-bacterial. And don't try to bring down a fever unless your headache is so bad you can't handle it. Because the fever is meant to kill the virus, and combatting the fever will prolong the illness.

I hope you feel better soon.

Guest ~jules~
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Thanks Ursula,

I did end up taking a tylenol because of my head, and when I walked into the garage the cold hit my skin like ten thousand stabbing needles. I'll just ride the storm, rest and drink alot of fluids. I haven't had the flu in 4 years, so I guess its due time for me. Thanks for the advice.... :P

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Thanks Ursula,

I did end up taking a tylenol because of my head, and when I walked into the garage the cold hit my skin like ten thousand stabbing needles. I'll just ride the storm, rest and drink alot of fluids. I haven't had the flu in 4 years, so I guess its due time for me. Thanks for the advice.... :P

Dear Jules,

I am gluten intolerant, and have a terrible time getting over any kind of stomach bug. I had one where you have severe diarrhea a couple of weeks ago and still feel like I have not gotten rid of it. I even had to postpone my oral surgery because of it. I take L. Acidophillus every day, but am getting some more of my flu prevention syrup known as Black Elderberry Extract that boosts immunity up to 300% it is such a powerful antiviral. Its brand name is Sambucol. It is found at healthfood stores or you can order it online. I hope you recover soon! :)

Sincerely,

NoGluGirl

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:wacko: I need to know what is safe to take when you have the flu, and celiac. Is thera flu okay? I'm sicker than a dog today! My son was home all week sick, his whole class is getting sick, and now I have it. Body aches, headache, throwing up etc, my toes even hurt! :huh: What did you do, or take when you've had the flu? Advice is really appreciated!

This is really good and easy if you're feeling punk and can tolerate eggs.

Garlic Soup (Sopa de Ajo) from The Vegetarian Epicure Book II by Anna Thomas, circa 1978 :) Hope I'm not stomping on someone's copyright!

per serving

4 small cloves garlic

1 T. olive oil

1 t. paprika

1/2 t. salt

1 1/2 to 2 c. water

dash of Tabasco sauce (optional)

dash of Worcestershire sauce (optional)

approximately 1 1/2-inch-thick slice dry French bread (any gluten-free bread in the house will do)

1 egg

Peel the cloves of garlic and slice thinly. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan or earthenware casserole and saute the garlic in it until it is just beginning to turn golden. Add the paprika and salt and stir quickly for about 1/2 minute, then add the hot water. Simmer the broth for a few minutes, taste and add a dash of Tabasco and a dash of Worcestershire if you like. Break the bread up into chunks, or if it is still soft enough, cut it in paper-thin slices. Add the bread to the broth. When the bread is quite soft and the broth is simmering again, break the egg and ladle some broth over it. Turn down the flame and continue to simmer the soup until the egg is poached to your taste.

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