Top 3 Ways to Prepare for the Bird Flu

Talk of the bird flu seems to be heating up lately; there’s even a whole blog dedicated to H5N1. After reflecting on the media blitz, I found myself wondering what, if anything, citizens can do to prepare for the bird flu. What follows is a list of the top suggestions that seem to be circulating.

1. Dietitians recommend a combination of herbs and spices, including ginger, onion, garlic, and horseradish, that are powerfully antiviral. A new product containing those ingredients that is specifically marketed for use against the avian flu can be found here.

2. The United States government has released a list of ways to “hold your own against colds and the flu.”

3. Christian Scientists recommend praying for safety from the coming pandemic.

Honestly, given the complete lack of practical advice, I can only conclude we might have a rather large problem on our hands.