With H1N1 (swine flu) infections on the rise along with growing concerns about the safety of the new vaccine, scientists have discovered a simple and safe way we can protect ourselves from the worst effects of the virus.

A diet that’s rich in antioxidants – vitamins A, C and E – can ward off the most damaging symptoms of swine flu, and of any flu, researchers have discovered this week.  The antioxidants protect the lungs from the M2 protein that’s found in every flu virus.  The protein stops the lungs from clearing out liquid, and it paves the way for pneumonia and other lung problems.

In laboratory tests, researchers from Alabama have found that antioxidants counteract the M2 protein.

You can increase your levels of antioxidants either by taking supplements, or by eating more green leafy vegetables, broccoli, carrots, oranges, sweet potatoes, and nuts and seeds.  Even red wine contains antioxidants.

Acai is a great antioxidant. Unfortunately the market has been saturated with so many acai products its hard to know what is quality and what is just a rip off. I did some research myself and finally gave up. Then a good friend recommended one on the top of her list: http://bit.ly/rxKyn

The same goes for resveratrol I have been buying one directly from my practictioner so once I find a source for that brand I will let you know.