Allergist and immunologist Evgenia Parshina warned Russians against treating influenza with folk remedies. They can not only cause harm, but also add new problems to the underlying disease.
The doctor said that “experimenting in the case of influenza is extremely dangerous and is not recommended.” The specialist spoke out against the use of herbs in the form of decoctions, gargles, as well as the use of honey, garlic, raspberries and onions, Arguments and Facts reported. Parshina warned about possible allergies and even the risk of developing anaphylactic shock.
Home inhalations, according to the allergist, are contraindicated for those who have bronchial asthma, croup, obstructive bronchitis, whooping cough and fever.
As for drinking hot tea with jam or honey, the doctor believes that this can result in irritation of the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract and can aggravate gastritis and other stomach problems.
The doctor categorically does not support treating a runny nose with garlic and onions. “The principle of this use of food is based on the fact that they are rich in phytoncides that kill microbes, viruses and fungi. But such substances do not protect against viruses,” the expert explained, adding that onions and garlic in the nose can cause burns and swelling of the mucous membranes.
Earlier, nutritionist Marina Sorokina told why you need to drink chamomile tea every day.
Source: Rosbalt
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