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The good news is that many of the natural things we use to treat seasonal allergies are also great at COVID-19 prevention.
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One great way to help prevent the seeding of a virus into upper respiratory tract is by sinus rinsing.
I recommend the Neil Med system or a neti pot, at least 2X’s/day. This can help clear out the days exposures, allergens and mucous. To make this even more effective you can put some biocidin 5-15 drops in your sinus rinse (with your salts or packets.) Biocidin is an herbal combination with great anti-viral effects.
Get it out of the nose before it goes any further!
And did you know your glymphatic system in your brain detoxes neurotoxins and neuroinflamation and may help prevent dementia of all kinds. Keeping your sinuses clear and lots of sleep may help with this process.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24199995
Ionized Silver –my favorite is Argentyn23 – Widely know to have well respected anti-microbial effects while being helpful at nipping any virus in the bud.
Nicatinomide Riboside (or RG3) – A compounded nasal spray increases NAD which increases mitochondrial function. Incredible for fatigue, brain fog, and or neurodetoxification.
Nicatinomide Riboside (or RG3) – This compounded nasal spray increases NAD which increases mitochondrial function. Incredible for fatigue, brain fog, neurodetoxification.
Glutathione –compounded intranasal glutathione –there’s some great emerging data on glutathione as helpful to prevent the cytokine storm in COVID 19. And when you spray it up your nose, you have better access to you central nervous system – for neurodetoxification and brain healing. Great for brain fog too!
Sinus rinse and prevent viral infection, improve allergies and neurodetoxification!
If you think you may have a fungal sinusitis from mold or yeast, contact our office to get tested or your favorite functional medicine doctor.
If you suspect you may have marcons (multiple antibiotic resistance coag negative staph), we can test you for that too!
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Reviewing these studies found quarantining for as little as two weeks was associated with a dramatic rise in depression, anxiety, anger, confusion and post-traumatic stress disorder as well as an escalation in drug and alcohol use disorders. Read more about the psychological impact of quarantine.
We can make choices that build our emotional resilience. Here are some simple steps we are recommending to build our mental resiliency during quarantine.
Maintain a routine
The brain and body like routine. Keeping regular sleep and wake times stabilizes our mood and can help defend against depression and anxiety. Also, try showering, brushing your teeth and getting dressed for the day — even if you are just working from home. Wearing regular clothes, not just sweat pants, can go a long way toward boosting your mood.
Stay connected to what gives you meaning
For many of us, the bonds with our family and friends provide the deepest meaning. Our pets and our work can also provide profound meaning and comfort. Nurturing these connections is an antidote to trauma, so schedule a zoom dinner or happy hour, or add extra play time with your pets and children. Reach out to colleagues at work or friends and family through phone calls, text or FaceTime and zoom. Spending extra time playing with your loved ones will help offset negative feelings.
Set realistic goals
During times of high stress, it’s important to manage the expectations you place on yourself and others. Though you may find yourself with more free time than usual, it doesn’t mean you have to DO something with it. Who says you need to take on a new hobby or learn a new language? It’s ok, and probably healthier, to lower your expectations of productivity at this time. Focus instead on your core needs.
Give everyone a break, including you!
The stress of the pandemic affects people of all ages differently. We are also experiencing something called collective stress. Try giving people the benefit of the doubt and practice kindness. That means also being good to yourself.
Stay hydrated and eat well. Even mild dehydration can trigger issues with mood, concentration, headaches and fatigue. Eating processed foods that contain bad fats and excess sugar can contribute to mood issues by reducing serotonin production and using up our mood enhancing B vitamins. Eat a diet filled with colorful fruits and vegetables, clean meat, and drink at least 2 liters of filtered or spring water daily.
Keep moving. Studies have shown that 30 minutes of walking daily helps to mitigate depression and improve mood. Walking, sitting or exercising in the sun is even better. Get out and connect with nature.
Create a self-care tool kit. There are loads of things that can fit into this basket: Playing games with your family, practicing breath work, or meditation, learn how to use Tapping to shift mood and dampen anxiety, taking a bath or a nap, reading a book, watching a funny movie or television program or just practicing laughter all can help manage anxiety and improve mood.
As Colorado transitions from the more restricted shelter at home orders to the more relaxed safer at home measures, our anxiety and feelings of uncertainty are bound to be triggered. Visit Colorado.gov to learn more about what this means for you as these restrictions can vary by county and by city.
Luckily, the same tools that build resilience during quarantine can be used to manage stress during transition. In addition to applying these simple lifestyle recommendations, there are a number of nutraceuticals that can support emotional resilience.
Let’s work together to build an individualized program for you to support your mood, manage anxiety and improve your sleep so that you can thrive now and always.
We are here to help,
Drs. Amy Reidhead and Terri Fox
One great way to help prevent the seeding of a virus into the upper respiratory tract is by practicing nasal rinsing. Sinus rinses may help prevent viral infection, improve allergies and aid in neurodetoxification.
We recommend using the Neil Med saline system or a Neti pot at least twice per day. This process can help to clear out the days exposures to allergens, viruses and mucous. Think of it like flossing your nose.
Written by Amy Reidhead on . Posted in Boulder Holistic Blog.
This is a blood draw test. We will reserve them for our patients on a first come, first serve basis. We also ask that only well patients, not currently experiencing symptoms, use this kind of testing.
If you made it this far, good work!
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If at all possible, consider having some basic equipment to weather this illness at home.