"EP67 should be effective against a wide variety of pathogens," said Phillips. "Since EP67 works by stimulating local innate immunity, it should prove effective against viral, bacterial and fungal diseases." ..... < snip >
..... "Work focused on bioterrorism often stresses protection against human pathogens, but protecting the world food supply is another extremely important concern," Phillips continued. ..... < snip > < snip > ..... "EP67 can protect from a lethal dose of influenza even when treatment is delayed for a full day after the time of infection," said Joy Phillips, lead author of the study. "This protection is not limited to a single strain of influenza, as is the case for the vaccine, but should protect against all strains of influenza A or influenza B." Phillips said the protein has not been tested against highly pathogenic strains like the avian H5N1 influenza, but it's possible it would also protect against such strains.
This sounds earily like an episode of Stat Trek. Next step is all the grumps (grownups) turn into zombies.
Vitamim D3 and its affectiveness as a deterrant to influenza are becoming widely known. It is nice to know that there is an alternative, particularly if someone cannot use D3 or EP67.
Vitamin D3 Replaces Flu Shot
http://healthynutrition.me/?p=113
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