Ok, I did do a little research. You are
right about the cytokine storm~~
"The cytokine storm is an inappropriate (exaggerated) immune response that is caused by rapidly proliferating and highly activated T-cells or natural killer (NK) cells. These cells are themselves activated by infected macrophages. The cytokine storm must be treated and suppressed or lethality can result."
http://www.cytokinestorm.com/
Okay, the info I was remembering came from
a newsletter from my naturopath. She says
that once you get the flu not to take some
specific immune system boosters. No Beta
Glucans, No Echinacea, Maitake etc. She did
not specify what "etc." included but did say
that Vitamin D and Olive Leaf did not enhance
the cytokine storm. She recommended Colloidal
Silver, Grapefruit Seed Extract and Oregano
as other things to use without enhancing the
storm.
I was also a little confused since the H1N1
vaccine with the adjuvant Squalene also turbo
charges the immune system which causes serious
issues also~~
http://www.openureyes.org.nz/blog/?q=node/1913
I am glad you posted as then I had to re-read
and research to clarify my understanding. It
raised my awareness and that aint bad~!
blessings,
Zoe