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Why nasal rinsing with Alkalol helps cold and flu symptoms

We know using a sinus rinse, like Alkalol Nasal Wash, provides relief from congestion caused by colds, flu, and allergies. But how does nasal irrigation work and why is it such an effective treatment? Ear, nose, and throat specialist Dr. Karin Evan answered those questions recently during a segment on KARE-TV in Minneapolis, where she [...]

Monday Health Tip: Cold And Flu Smartphone Apps

Struggling with cold and flu symptoms? Instead of grabbing a tissue, take a 21st-century approach to staying healthy and reach for your keyboard or smartphone. There are a growing number of online resources and mobile apps available to help treat common cold and flu symptoms. Here’s a list of our favorites: Mobile Apps: 1. The [...]

Boost Your Chances For Healthy Travel

Flying for Thanksgiving or the holidays? Cut down your chances of catching the cold and flu and boost your chances for healthy travel by taking the following preventative steps: 1. Get Your Rest Carrying heavy luggage, walking long distances between terminals, the stress of traveling with a screaming infant – Travel can really take its toll [...]

A Pharmacist’s Choice For Cold & Flu Season

Pharmacist and wellness expert Sherry Torkos was on KVVU-TV in Las Vegas to discuss natural ways to relieve cold and flu symptoms. Torkos recommends using Alkalol Nasal Wash to fight nasal and sinus congestion. She says Alkalol’s unique saline formula, which contains a proprietary blend of natural extracts and essential oils, is a good alternative [...]

The “Rogue Nutritionist” Recommends Alkalol

Jonny Bowden, known as the “Rogue Nutritionist,” was on Good Day Sacramento this week, discussing why Alkalol Nasal Wash is one of his favorite cold and flu remedies. Bowden says he prefers Alkalol over other saline rinses because only Alkalol contains a proprietary blend of natural extracts and essential oils specifically selected to breakup mucus [...]

Best Ways To Avoid Cold & Flu

After a mild winter last year, cold and flu season is back with a bang. Flu activity across the country is already up sharply over last year, according to Google Flu Trends, and experts expect the trend to continue throughout the winter. So what can you do to stay healthy and out of the doctor’s office? [...]

Great Health Tips To Get You Energized This Fall

Whether fall means back to school, back to work, or just back to the post-summer daily grind, it’s always one of the busiest times of the year. And it can be easy to feel fatigued now that the days are a little shorter and the temperatures are a little colder. That’s why we were so [...]

A Health Expert’s Favorite Cold & Flu Remedy

With cold and flu season just around the corner, pharmacist and author Sherry Torkos was on NewsChannel 8 in Washington, D.C. discussing her favorite remedies. Her pick for nasal congestion and sinus symptoms? Alkalol Nasal Wash. Torkos advises her patients to avoid over-the-counter decongestants because they can carry the risk of side effects like insomnia, [...]

The Cost Of Getting The Flu

Ever thought about the real cost of getting the flu? Me neither until I came across an info-graphic this week on FrugalDad.com that illustrates the economic impact the flu has each year on individuals, businesses, and the total U.S. economy. While the graphic (posted below) is primarily focused on the cost benefits of flu shots, there are some [...]

Mild Winter Means Spring Allergies Strike Early

Mild winter weather has been a nice surprise here in New England and across many parts of the country. But those moderate temperatures are creating a very unwelcome consequence for allergy sufferers — High tree pollen counts and an early start to spring allergy season. Experts say allergy season, which started almost a month early [...]