Treating and preventing colds and flu naturally

A homeopathic prophylactic immune injection will help boost natural immunity against colds and flu.

Written by: Dr. Rikst Attema, ND, MSc

The sneezing and coughing have started! It’s inevitable…cold and flu season is here. Preventing a cold or flu however, doesn’t mean you have to become a hermit or a germaphobe. What it does mean is getting your immune system in check and having an action plan ready for the moment you feel that tickle in your throat!

Every day we are exposed to viruses and bacteria but, thankfully, it is not everyday that we get sick. Some of us get sick more often while others rarely catch anything. Some of us get very sick and recover quickly while others are sick for weeks on end. The difference is all in our immune systems.

So what can be done?

1. Watch your stress and get adequate rest! Stress and lack of sleep are probably two of the biggest contributors to immune system deterioration

2. Up your Vitamin D – As soon as we hit October in Vancouver we are no longer able to produce any Vitamin D naturally from sunlight. Vitamin D is very closely linked to immune function. Talk to your health care practitioner about how much Vitamin D you should be taking—it may be more than you think! Getting your Vitamin D levels tested is the best way to know just how much you need.

3. Reduce your intake of sugar – Just as little as a teaspoon of sugar can decrease your immune function for up to 6 hours. Eat real food and avoid processed, packaged and sugary foods.

4. Immune boosting herbs and supplements – Not everyone needs to, but those of us who are susceptible to getting sick can use an extra boost. Herbs like Ginseng, Echinacea and Macca help strengthen and stabilize our immune systems so that extra stress won’t inevitably lead to a cold or flu. These are herbs you can use throughout the season to strengthen your immune system. Ask your health care practitioner about dosing and the herbs that would be right for you.

5. Have a plan the moment you feel something coming on- The earlier you catch something the more likely you are to stop it in its tracks. The beauty of natural medicine is that many of our herbs and homeopathics do not just work on bacteria—they work on viruses too to provide broad spectrum protection.

6. Get a homeopathic prophylactic immune injection – As an alternative to the flu shot, choose a homeopathic injection instead. These have been scientifically shown to increase white blood cell activity by over 30%. This injection is safe and without side effects. Call our office to find out more.

And if you’ve got it and you’ve got it bad…

Don’t just suffer in misery. Come in for acupuncture, an immune boosting injection, a personalized herbal tincture and more. There is so much you can do to help your immune system conquer that little bug inside of you that is keeping you from fully enjoying your life!

Get help today and prepare for this season’s winter ills. Call 604-734-7760 to book an appointment with Dr. Rikst Attema for a homeopathic flu prophylactic injection or a personalized plan.

MRS2000+ Magnetic Resonance Stimulation

Electromagnetic Field Therapy

Harlan Lahti

Another therapy that is becoming very popular for professional and home use is electromagnetic field therapy. The body’s electromagnetic field is fast becoming distorted and fractured from electro-pollution, resulting in fatigue, confusion, stress, sleeplessness and illness. Earth’s gravitational electromagnetic field has a stabilizing, calming effect on us. This is why we feel so positive and energized when outside in the Great Outdoors and at one with nature. These devices mimic natural healing frequencies. Electromagnetic treatments with MRS 2000 can give stressed, exhausted people suffering from long-term conditions such as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and general fatigue, as well as fibromyalgia, much relief.

Maaelon Ryane

Maelon Ryane, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist here at Finlandia administers this gently powerful healing technique:

Get relief from migraines, circulatory disorders, inflammatory bowel diseases, pain, chronic constipation, ulcers, asthma, skin problems and more.

The MRS 2000 uses low magnetic energy closely resembling the frequency of Earth’s magnetic field.

Magnetic Resonance Stimulation leads to the tissue being better able to utilize oxygen at the cellular level:

Under the influence of pulsating magnetic fields, red blood cells deliver more oxygen to every single cell. Magnetic fields are an important requirement for improved cell function, particularly in the case of cells in a state of “fatigued function.” Such cells are fatigued due to lack of oxygen and nutrients. Through the therapeutic application of pulsating magnetic fields, these cells increasingly absorb fuel again. The cells’ own power generators (mitochondria) will begin to produce more energy and the cell membrane pump will increase its activity.

Magnetic Resonance Stimulation can improve metabolism:

Sufficient oxygen supply promotes improved nutrient conversion in the cell as well as refinement and easier excretion of cellular waste products.

Magnetic Resonance Stimulation causes muscle relaxation and improved circulation:

Therapeutic application of pulsating magnetic fields produces tiny electromagnetic impulses (inductions) in the body. By weakening nerve impulses to the muscle cells, they lose their tension and are better able to relax. This has a positive effect on the entire organism: Muscle relaxation and improved blood circulation are the results. All muscle tension and even spasm can be relieved or eliminated. Headaches and back pain are often caused by muscle tension that can be treated naturally with this modality.

Magnetic Resonance Stimulation is analgesic (pain relieving):

With MRS 2000+ treatment the pain signal from the periphery (knee, back etc.) is transmitted to the brain in a weakened state and pain perception decreases. In the case of alleviated (often chronic) pain, it is common for pain to completely disappear following treatment.

Magnetic Resonance Stimulation acts to calm the vegetative nervous system:

The vegetative nervous system consists of two groups of nerves: the sympathetic nervous system (stress nerves) and the parasympathetic nervous system (relaxing effects). If the nervous system is not balanced, the a disorder known by the medical as “vegetative dystonia” exists. The results are serious, long-term health consequences including migraine, circulatory disorders, inflammatory bowel diseases, chronic constipation, ulcers, asthma and skin problems.

Stress over-activates the sympathetic nervous system with consequences that should not be taken lightly: it indirectly weakens the immune system to numerous infections and plays a significant part in the development of tumours. The application of proper therapeutic magnetic fields (such as with the MRS 2000 +), can balance a dysfunctional nervous system by positively influencing the cycle, and stimulate/strengthen the immune system.

For 1 free 8 minute trial session, contact:

Maelon Ryane RHN at Finlandia Natural Pharmacy 604-733-5323.

Package of 10/24 minute sessions: $225.00 = 1 free 24 minute session.