Homeopathic Remedies, Detoxification

No advice on de-tox. I like toxins. I use zinc a lot when sick with colds. There are many variations, "cold-eze", "zicam"....

They're expensive and even more so when you don't follow the directions. They may cut the duration of the condition to a few days. Not very good tasting but absolutely delicious when you compare the flavor to phlegm.

this isn't a homeopathic remedy, but I suggest trying mycoceuticals (medicinal mushrooms). I think they are a miracle cure: New Chapter's Host Defense is the brand I take (it's a capsule) and it boosts your immune system. I've been taking it all winter and they even sell formulas for kids. you can find these supplements at health food stores, Whole Foods, or online.

My oncologist's nutritionist recommended these when I went through radiation, to boost my immune system. Doesn't really answer ordinarygirl on detox - I am interested in that question too - but I really recommend the mushrooms.

Hi ordinarygirl,

http://nationalcenterforhomeopathy.org/resources/practitioners.jsp

You need to find a practitioner who can help you.

I use homeopathy, and other alternative modalities for good health.

I know that if you have reoccurring illnesses it is important to get the professional help instead of random recommendations or advice from any of us or a health food store clerk.

I agree with Lora Ma that the mushrooms help keep you from getting sick and shorten the course of your illness. In addition, regular use of a Netti pot helps. I have been treating people with acute sinus and bronchitis with something called Vira Bloc from Metagenics. It is elderberry and it works. Finally, if you have been on alot of antibiotics, probiotics can boost your immune system and I have been treating patients (who have chronic sinus infections) with a short course of an anti-fungal medicine (only 3 days) and getting great results!