Nutraceuticals to Aid in the Prevention of COVID-19

• Masks do not help contraction of the virus, only its spread.

• Wash your hands often for 20 seconds. Hand sanitizer with 70% alcohol can be used instead.

• Melatonin: 10 mg - 20 mg. This powerful antioxidant fights inflammation. Best Rest may be substituted for those sensitive to melatonin.

• Vitamin C: 3,500 IU/day. This helps boost your immune system.

• Vitamin A: 5,000 IU/day. This helps boost your immune system. DO NOT TAKE if pregnant or if you smoke.

• Vitamin D3: 50,000 IU/day for 4 days, then 5,000 IU 5 times a week. This helps boost your immune system.

• Iodine: 12.5 mg two times per week. Most of us are low in iodine. No studies have shown a bacteria, fungus, virus or parasite known to be resistant to it. CONSULT your doctor or pharmacist before taking.

• Immunitone/Mycoimmune: 1 dose per day. Mushrooms contain beta-glucans, which increase immune defense in many ways.

• AVOID NSAIDS like Ibuprofen, as these are shown to be immunosuppressive. Use Acetomenophen/Tylenol instead.

• Avoid stress to give your immune system the best chance to stay strong.

• Implement social distancing to limit the spread of Covid-19.

• Enjoy fresh air and sunshine to give your immune system a boost.

Recommendations from integrative medicine specialist Dr Lindsey Berkson as of 3/17/2020. Many of the nutraceuticals mentioned in the article below are applicable not due to any testing specific to Covid-19, but because they have helped fight viruses and/or aid in immune support.

https://drlindseyberkson.com/coronavirus-update-integrative-natural-answers/

Nutraceuticals to Aid in the Treatment of Covid-19

• Wear a mask to help protect others

• Wash your hands often for 20 seconds or use 70% alcohol hand sanitizer.

• Self-quarantine even if you are waiting for test results to confirm infection.

• Melatonin: 30 mg before bed for 1 week. Reduce to 20 mg for the following few weeks.

• Vitamin C: 1,000 mg/hour until diarrhea develops, then stop for a few days. If possible, see a provider for IV Vitamin C.

• Vitamin A: 100,000 IU/day for 4 days at first sign of illness. Have your blood levels monitored as this can become toxic in the body.

• Vitamin D3: 50,000 IU/day for 4 days, then resume a lower dose of 5,000 IU 5 times a week. Have your blood levels monitored as this can become toxic in the body.

• Zinc: 30mg/day for 4 days. Zinc is a powerful antiviral against many viruses.

• Use a Neti pot to clean your nasal passages. This can prevent the spread of the virus to your lungs.

• Afrin nasal spray for 3 days, then take a 3-day break. This can prevent the spread of the virus to your lungs.

Recommendations from integrative medicine specialist Dr Lindsey Berkson as of 3/17/2020. Many of the nutraceuticals mentioned in the article below are applicable not due to any testing specific to COVID-19, but because they have helped fight viruses and/or aid in immune support.

https://drlindseyberkson.com/coronavirus-update-integrative-natural-answers/

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