Many of us watch him on TV every morning before we begin our day to find out what to expect from the weather as well as to get a dose of his upbeat personality and often laugh at his witty comments. Who is this friendly face we all know and love? It’s Today Show weatherman Al Roker, of course.

Recently, Al was interviewed by New York Magazine’s online edition. The interview format was a simple question and answer session with questions that ranged from, “What’s the best meal you’ve eaten in New York?” to “What’s hanging above your sofa?”

When the interviewer asked Al what his favorite medication was, Al responded, “Oscillococcinum.”

That’s right, Oscillococcinum, Boiron’s medicine for flu-like symptoms!

A Reputable Product

Al’s support of our medicine is another example of how reputable our product is. For 65 years, families around the world have relied on Oscillococcinum to safely relieve flu-like symptoms.

Why?

Homeopathic medicines like Oscillococcinum are considered one of the safest choices for self-treatment. They do not mask symptoms that may indicate a more serious condition and, because they are not body-mass dependent, there’s no risk of overdose.

Oscillococcinum is conveniently packaged and easy to find, too. Each dose is packaged individually in a compact and portable plastic tube, making it easy to take on the go and keep handy.

See for Yourself!

So, if flu-like symptoms start to creep up on you, give Oscillococcinum a try and see for yourself why Al and others, like healthcare professionals, parents and celebrities, are so satisfied with this product.

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Flu season is upon us, prompting people nationwide to take steps to try to stay as healthy as possible. Keep reading to find out what you can do to keep you and your family as healthy as possible.

An Uncertain Season

Flu seasons are unpredictable, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s difficult to identify exactly when the season begins, the severity and how long the flu season will last. The flu season is broadly considered to run from November through April, with most cases occurring between December and March.

Steps to Stay Healthy

What can you do to fight germs and build a strong immune system during this season?

First, wash your hands often! The importance of hand-washing can’t be emphasized enough.
Flu viruses spread through droplets from infected people when they sneeze, blow their nose, or wipe away secretions from their nose or eyes. Encourage children to keep hands out of their mouths, avoid rubbing their eyes and wash their hands thoroughly several times a day, especially before meals.

Eat healthy with a diet rich in vitamins C and E. Foods containing these vitamins are believed to help support the immune system. Vitamin C can be found in foods like orange juice, citrus fruits, broccoli and green peppers. Foods rich in vitamin E include sunflower and corn oils, sunflower seeds, and nuts such as almonds.

Drink plenty of fluids. Increasing your water intake will help you stay healthy and reduce your chances of coming down with the flu.

The Importance of Sleep and Exercise

Get a good night’s sleep. Lack of sleep may weaken the immune system. Get a full night’s sleep to keep your body’s natural defenses at optimum efficiency.

Exercise regularly. Research suggests that exercise can stimulate the immune system. It also helps you sleep better.

Visit Boiron’s Web site for more flu season tips.

What If You or Your Child Gets the Flu?

Keep Boiron’s Oscillococcinum and Children’s Oscillococcinum readily available.

Oscillococcinum, one of the world’s most popular natural flu medicines, can reduce the duration and severity of flu-like symptoms when it is taken at the onset of symptoms. Oscillococcinum is regulated as a drug by the FDA^1.

Plus, unlike other flu medicines, Oscillococcinum works without causing side effects and it does not interfere with other medications. This makes it a top choice for self-treatment. It is safe for both children (older than 2 years of age) and adults, and if you’re using the medicine for your child, he or she will love its sweet taste.

What Else Can You Do?

If you or a loved one gets the flu, keep in mind that drinking extra fluids prevents dehydration caused by fever, it loosens mucus and it keeps the throat moist.

Take It Easy

If you or your child comes down with the flu, take it easy or encourage your child to rest a lot. Using excessive energy steals valuable resources from your immune system. Even attempting to perform normal activities at work or school may be too much.

For more tips on what to do if you or your child comes down with the flu, visit Oscillococcinum’s Flu Treatment page.

Although the flu season is uncertain, we can take steps to keep ourselves and our family healthy with preventive measures and an eye on safe and reliable medicines like Boiron’s Oscillococcinum.

^{1.U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Sec 400.400 Conditions Under Which Homeopathic Drugs May be Marketed (CPG7132.15). Available at: www.fda.gov/ora/compliance_ref/cpg/cpgdrg/cpg400-400.html.}