Last season’s flu shot was widely regarded as a failure. It was only 23% effective.

Researchers vowed to do better this season… And the early returns are now in. The verdict?

The new vaccine is even worse. It is just 18% effective so far this season.

Aside from the fact that is doesn’t work most of the time, the flu shot comes with the risk of side effects. These include muscle aches, fever, and drowsiness.

Here are five better ways to stop the flu naturally.