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Immune Support for Viral Resistance

1/13/2021

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Based on research data and 40 collective years of clinical practice, the following briefly summarizes our recommendations for optimizing immune function and avoiding viral illness.
In health,   Dr. Kim Nearpass & Dr. Justin Pollack
Practice basic safety during a pandemic
  • Wear a mask when recommended.
  • Wash your hands with regular, chemical-free soap.
  • Physically distance when recommended, but stay connected. Social interaction is essential for happiness and health. Hugs are safe and beneficial.
  • Respect and protect those at highest risk.
Lifestyle
  • Adequate sleep: 7-9 hours nightly.
  • Fresh air and sunshine
  • Movement/moderate exercise
  • Self-care and stress management
  • Engage with nature
Nutrition
  • Hydrate!
  • Anti-inflammatory, whole foods diet
  • Avoid sugar, high-fructose corn syrup and excessive alcohol
  • Increase garlic, onions, green tea, colorful fruits & veggies, mushrooms, turmeric and fermented foods
Supplements
  • Vitamin D3: 5,000-6,000 iu (or 125-150 mcg) daily
  • Vitamin C: 1,000 mg, 2-3 times daily
  • Melatonin: 1-10 mg before bed
  • Zinc: 30-50 mg
  • Botanicals such as elderberry, echinacea, goldenseal, astragalus, reishi
  • Probiotics: Lactobacillus & Bifido bacterum
Home treatments
  • Steam inhalation (add a drop of essential oil)
  • Warming socks
  • Nasal lavage
  • Constitutional hydrotherapy
  • Sauna
  • Garlic feet
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