Question from APril
Hi Debra,
My 2 yr old niece has pneumonia. She and her brother actually get sick about every 2-3 months. What are some natural health ways to prevent sickness besides taking probiotics. I know my sister cleans with safe cleaners. Any helpful tips on treating pneumonia too?
Thanks!
Debra’s Answer
Pneumonia is one of those illnesses that requires having a strong immune system to recover from. There are many toxic chemicals classified as “immunotoxicants” (see the link to the list on my Toxic Chemicals Contribute to Catching Colds and Flu page). Most of the toxic chemicals discussed in my book Home Safe Home harm the immune system, and you can find out how to eliminate them from your home in this book. Children do not yet have developed immune systems so it is even more difficult for them to fight pneumonia.
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs, so it is particularly important to eliminate the toxic chemicals that are air pollutants, as these irritate the lungs and make it harder to breathe.
There is a good article about how to take a natural approach to healing pneumonia at Pneumonia–How To Help Heal It Without Drugs, Surgery Nor Treatments. Suggested are fasting, breathing fresh air, and other simple steps that support the body’s own ability to heal.
I would suggest that you get a good natural-oriented doctor to help with an supervise treatment. Pneumonia is a serious illness and can be fatal. Not a time to experiment.
