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“This collective information comes directly from the studies and observations from the Corona virus cases in China, Italy and France, which represent some of the worst affected areas in the world.” – Swiss Scientist in COVID-19 Swiss Task Force Team.
1. Avoid all junk food & sugars that weaken immune system.
2. Ingest foods with a high ORAC score – see slide. These foods slow oxidative stress, which causes inflammation in the body, and, thereby, increases one's chance of being afflicted by COVID19. Foods at the top of the list highlighted in “GREEN” are ‘must haves', and are readily available. They protect the inner and outer skin from infections, especially around the mouth, nose, eyes.
3. Zinc supplementation was used to fight SAARS successfully and now COVID19. Cloroquine – see slide – is a ionophore (it helps transport zinc to cells). The elderly, particularly, lack in Zinc and are the most vulnerable to infections. Shiitaki mushrooms, oatmeal and nuts with shells intact are high in Zinc. (Shelled nuts contain sulfides which promote inflammation in the body, which leads to infections). Attached slides on Zinc-rich nuts and foods.
4. Epithelial lining of the lung is aided by Cruciferous vegetables cooked briefly to a crisp consistency.
5. Radish was used in middle ages to fight lung infections.
6. High anti-oxidants also include Vitamin C.
A suggested daily meal plan slide is provided as a guideline.
Additionally, I just received an email from a friend who has been a nurse for many years. This is what she had to say.
“What I have seen a lot of are recommendations for how to try to avoid getting coronavirus in the first place — good hand washing, personal hygiene and social distancing — but what I have NOT seen a lot of is advice for what happens if you actually get it, which many of us will. So as your friendly neighborhood Nurse let me make some suggestions:
You basically just want to prepare as though you know you’re going to get a nasty respiratory bug, like bronchitis or pneumonia. You just have the foresight to know it might come your way!
Things you should actually buy ahead of time (not sure what the obsession with toilet paper is?):
— Kleenex,
— Tylenol and mucinex, whatever your generic, mucus thinning cough medicine of choice is (check the label and make sure you're not doubling up)
— Honey and lemon can work just as well!
— Vicks vaporub for your chest is also a great suggestion.
If you don’t have a humidifier, that would be a good thing to buy and use in your room when you go to bed overnight. (You can also just turn the shower on hot and sit in the bathroom breathing in the steam).
If you have a history of asthma and you have a prescription inhaler, make sure the one you have isn’t expired and refill it/get a new one if necessary.
This is also a good time to meal prep: make a big batch of your favorite soup to freeze and have on hand.
Stock up on whatever your favorite clear fluids are to drink – though tap water is fine you may appreciate some variety!
For symptom management and a fever over 38°c, take Tylenol rather than Ibuprofen.
Hydrate (drink!) hydrate, hydrate!
Rest lots. You should not be leaving your house! Even if you are feeling better you may will still be infectious for fourteen days and older people and those with existing health conditions should be avoided!
Ask friends and family to leave supplies outside to avoid contact.
You DO NOT NEED TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL unless you are having trouble breathing or your fever is very high (over 39°C) and unmanaged with meds. 90% of healthy adult cases thus far have been managed at home with basic rest/hydration/over-the-counter meds.
If you are worried or in distress or feel your symptoms are getting worse, ring 911 and they will advise if you need to go to hospital. The hospital beds will be used for people who actively need oxygen/breathing treatments/IV fluids. (Our Hospital has a screening tent outside the ER)
If you have a pre-existing lung condition (COPD, emphysema, lung cancer) or are on immunosuppressants, now is a great time to talk to your Doctor or specialist about what they would like you to do if you get sick.
One major relief to you parents… is that kids do VERY well with coronavirus— they usually bounce back in a few days (but they will still be infectious), Just use pediatric dosing . And a little common sense.
