COVID-19 Self Defense - Power Up Your Immune System

COVID-19 Self Defense - Your Immune System

Recently I was reading an interview of Joseph Feuerstein, MD Columbia University, where he talked about ways to power up our immune systems; to add an extra layer of protection on top of diligent hand washing.

He mentions it is wise to follow a natural immune-boosting regimen that includes plenty of sleep (seven to eight hours a night), a healthful diet with lots of vitamin C rich citrus fruits and berries, exercise and low levels of stress.

In the interview he talks about a couple of supplements, vitamin D and American ginseng that have been found to help prevent viral illness.

“Vitamin D – Adults with low levels of vitamin D (below 10 ng/mL) who took a vitamin D supplement daily or weekly had half the risk of developing an acute respiratory infection, such as the flu or a cold, according to research published in The BMJ.

American Ginseng –When nursing home residents took a 200+mg capsule of an American ginseng extract product ...twice daily, their risk for the flu was 89% lower than the placebo group according to research published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.”

As we try to figure out ways to cope and prepare, focusing on our health, wellness and nutrition is a great place to start.

If this was of value, check back periodically.  I will compile and share the latest research on the other areas mentioned to power up our immune systems: sleep, diet, exercise, and stress management.

Until next time, take steps to stay healthy,

Garr Judd, President, Zemi Wellness

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