Protection Against Swine Flu?

As our airwaves were flooded with news about the 400+ Influenza A(H1N1) virus (commonly called "swine flu") cases (and still spreading) in the Philippines, health experts advise everyone to mind their personal hygiene and take preventive measures such as washing of hands with soap and covering of mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.

People now consciously shop for and use their trusted brands of soap, alcohol and hand sanitizers, while the wearing of surgical masks seem to be becoming stylish again. Schools with flu cases suspended their classes for about ten days to prevent the spread of infections. The House of Representatives suspended operations and mourn the death of a co-worker who tested positive for the virus. Health Secretary Francisco Duque III said there are 428 cases since May 21 with almost 80 percent now fully recovered. Health officials also said no vaccine has been fully developed that would immunize one against the virus, and that food supplements could not guarantee protection against A(H1N1) either.

The World Health Organization said more than 44,000 cases had been reported worldwide.

So, are we defenseless against the virus?

It seems that people only need to get back to the basics of maintaining good personal health, hygiene and disease prevention to spare themselves from A(H1N1).

On the other hand, maybe we have to be more alert about responding to this virus threat.

On the lighter side, this writer is glad to share his access to a non-food but food-grade product that helps prevent bacterial / viral growth, among many other uses.

The company that markets the said product cites a test conducted last May 2007 by South China Testing Center of Textile Industry using Japan Industrial Standards Committee Anti-Bacterium Test Standard. According to the company, the test confirmed the 99.9% anti bacterial effect of the product, particularly on Staphylococcus aureus -- a type of bacteria that can cause a range of illnesses from minor skin infections, such as pimples, impetigo, boils, and abscesses, to life-threatening diseases, such as pneumonia, meningitis, Toxic shock syndrome (TSS), and septicemia.

Testimonies from consumers and medical practitioners also attest to the product's effectiveness against viruses, fungi and other health problems.

In summary, the said product when safely placed on the skin's surface, according to research, specifically the negative ion strip, helps boost the immune system and improves blood circulation. It helps in the detoxification of the body to flush out toxins or address health discomforts. According to studies and tests, negative ions relieve body aches, headache, asthma, and even allergies. Negative ions balance the metabolism and lessens irritability, lethargy and depression.

All these health benefits are available simultaneously with just one small piece of cloth! The better part of this news is that a piece of negative ion strip costs only Php10 (retail price) that could be useful for one whole day.

While there are, of course, no approved therapeutic claims, satisfied consumers report these additional uses of negative ion strips: energy booster and increases physical stamina, significantly reduces joint pain from arthritis, eliminates hemorrhoid and urinary tract infection (UTI), anti-dandruff, reduces wart, relieves stress and fatigue, removes black/white heads, eliminates pimples, eliminates foul odor, improves sleep patterns, and other uses.

Celebrities with positive feedback (via video) about this amazing product include Ms. Pilita Corales, Daisy Reyes, Roxanne Barcelo, Danny Ildefonso, and Piolo Pascual.

There are no reported harmful effects of using the negative ion strips. Another good news is that the product is available worldwide and is integrated in a global recession-proof business that can grow exponentially in Asia, USA, Canada, Middle East or Europe.

Will it work against swine flu? There is a test for the negative ion generator (a big machine) that showed effectiveness against the more lethal bird flu. This writer has no data yet about the effects of ions on A(H1N1) and I really have no intention of testing the flu on myself ;)

Please email me for any inquiry or correspondence.