The season of Flu is on its full swing now days. It is important for you to know the Ailments that can make you ill and can spread to the people around you as well. There is difference between Flu, Swine Flu and other Allergies. One should know the difference between these disorders, so that you can take care according to the specific symptoms you have.

1. Seasonal Flu

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Symptoms

• High Fever

Neil Schachter MD, author of the Good Doctor’s Guide to Colds and Flu says that if you have Fever more than 101 Degree Fahrenheit or 102 Degree Fahrenheit along with the ache, congestion in Chest and exhaustion then it shows that you are suffering from Seasonal Flu.

Best Treatments

• Medicines

Take tablets to relieve pain and Fever, take rest and try to drink of Water and other liquids as well. Pregnant women, elder people and others suffering from severe diseases have higher risk of this disorder; they should consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

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People suffering from Cold and Flu go for home remedies rather than going for medicines etc. Antiviral medicines can help in preventing Flu and most of the medicines give relief from this condition.Natural remedies also give relief from Flu and cold that helps to get better.

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Here are few natural remedies that are best for preventing Cold and Flu:

1. Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a very good element that helps to fight against Cold. Many studies say that Vitamin C can help in decreasing the time period and severe symptoms of this condition. In a survey, people who were suffering from Cold took Vitamin C and 50% of them were recovered from this disease. Intake of about 2,000 milligrams of Vitamin C can prevent the side effects of Cold and Flu and it also helps to treat the Diarrhea and upset Stomach.

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