A breakthrough in flu prevention reveals the true value of this key vitamin

The only real way to avoid the flu

This could be the key that keeps you from ever coming down with the flu again.

Researchers believe they’ve finally uncovered the real secret to flu prevention. Hint: it isn’t at the end of a needle (at least not yet). And when I say “flu,” I mean ALL strains of the flu.

A few years ago, researchers found that people were much less likely to get hit with the flu if they had high levels of certain immune cells.

These cells are called CD8 T. And if your levels are high, you’re probably one of those fortunate folks who say, “I haven’t had the flu in years.”

And that’s no fluke.

But if you’re not one of the lucky ones, we now know you can join them, just by boosting your CD8 T cell count.

One and done

Since the discovery of the CD8 T link to low flu risk, researchers have been working round the clock to come up with a universal flu vaccine. That’s the dream — a one-size-fits-all shot that whittles flu outbreaks down to nothing (and keeps profits soaring).

But don’t wait for their FrankenCure. You already have access to this stunning level of protection.

You see, low vitamin D levels are linked with low levels of CD8 T cells. Vitamin D also has what’s known as an “immune-modulating” effect on CD8 T.

We already knew D is a champ in the flu fighting department. Now we know why.

Just one example…

In a 2010 trial, 1,200 IU of vitamin D3 daily throughout flu season nearly cut the number of flu cases by half. And this was a placebo-controlled “gold standard” study that mainstreamers are always crowing about.

You’ll get more than eight times that much in just 15 minutes of direct sun exposure.

So if you can get a few minutes of full sunlight exposure on your skin every day, you’re all set. But if the flu season temperatures in your neighborhood hover around freezing, then you’ll need to supplement with D3.

Fortunately, this is an inexpensive supplement. And we already know that side effects include reduced cancer risk, improved heart health, and better control of blood sugar.

Show me a vaccine that can make even ONE of those claims!

If you have friends who get a flu shot, “Just to be on the safe side,” then give them a look at this shocking infographic. It clearly shows what you’re getting (or rather, NOT getting) from the flu shot — and other proven steps you can take to avoid the flu this season.

Sources:
“Breakthrough in the Fight Against Flu: Scientists Move Closer to Universal Vaccine” Dr. Joseph Mercola, 10/8/13, mercola.com