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As per scientific observations, scientists believe that the swine flu virus is weak and spreading slowly. According to a Wired magazine report published on 4 May, two scientists, Allen and Slezak, of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory found the latest strain A(H1N1) of swine flu to be "comparatively benign" when they compared it with historical strains that spread widely, with catastrophic effect. Their findings match with two other early analyses.

Scientists have known for a long time that vitamin D produced by an exposure to the sunlight boosts the immunity and prevents flu and cold. John J Cannell and his fellow researchers reviewed epidemiological studies of influenza (flu) and found that vitamin D boosts the innate immunity and helps in preventing as well as curing flu.

Researchers have found that a low dose (800 IU/day) of vitamin D not only reduces reported incidence, but abolishes the seasonality of reported colds and flu. A higher dose (2000 IU/day), virtually eradicates all incidence of colds or flu. Sunlight is so effective that even a short exposure of 10 to 15 minutes can produce several thousand IU of vitamin D in the skin. Excess amounts produced are stored in the body fat for future use.

Epidemiological studies have found that the main reason behind a flu infection is vitamin D deficiency. So, if you get enough sunlight exposure, you will be immune against this infectious disease.

AHRQ (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality) is a U.S. Department of Health and Human Services agency. The agency reviewed many scientific studies on the effect of hospital environment on patient outcome and drew the following conclusions in its publication "The Hospital Built Environment".

• Access to sunlight has positive effects on patient outcomes and patient and staff satisfaction.
• Windowless hospital rooms have negative effects on patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Patients in sunlit wards recover more quickly; therefore, flu patients must be exposed to sunlight.

The following are some safe sunbathing instructions:

• Keep exposures short (10 to 15 minutes)
• Frequent exposures are better than prolonged exposures
• It is essential to obtain full spectrum sunlight, so, don't cover yourself with sunscreen or sun block
• Begin sunbathing the legs and arms
• Be cautious while exposing the sensitive skin of the face and neck
• Once you get used to sunbathing, slowly expose the back and chest areas
• Tolerance to sun exposure may vary, so listen to your body. If the skin starts getting pink, or shows any signs of sun burn take refuge from the heat, indoors.

If sunlight is inadequate, artificial full spectrum lights can be used to obtain the benefits of sunlight. Ten minutes in front of a full spectrum sunlamp 2 to 3 times a week significantly increases the immunity to infectious diseases.

Coconut Oil is a powerful antimicrobial food that is very effective against all kinds of viruses. The medium chain fatty acid (MCT) in coconut oil has been found to inactivate viruses. Coconut oil can either be included in the diet (as cooking oil) and/or can be used to massage the body. Massaging with coconut oil allows large amounts to be rapidly absorbed by the skin which provides a boost to the bodily defenses.

A combination of sunlight and coconut oil is a powerful natural remedy for preventing and curing swine flu.

References

1. Cannell JJ., et al. On the epidemiology of influenza. Virology Journal. 2008;5:29.
2. Aloia J., et al. Re: epidemic influenza and vitamin D. Epidemiology of Infections 2007;135(7):1095-1096.
3. Cannell JJ., et al. Epidemic influenza and vitamin D. Epidemiology and Infection. 2006;134(6):1129-1140.
4. 4. Isaacs CE., et al. Inactivation of enveloped viruses and killing of cells by fatty acids and monoglycerides. Antimicrob Agents and Chemotherapy. Jan 1987;31(1):27-31.

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