In view of the coronavirus outbreak and the panic that has created, what can you do to protect you and your family?
I believe that an important principle to live by is to remember that our body was designed to heal and protect itself. It has its own protector called the “immune system”. It is our innate healing system. This system is very complex and its main goal is to keep you alive. It has multiple mechanisms to keep you functioning even when your body is out of balance.
In order to protect your health from the coronavirus and other diseases, you must start by providing the body what it needs. 
Things like nutritionally dense food, pure water, fresh air, sunshine, movements, sleep, relaxation, community and a sense of purpose. If any or a number of these is lacking, the body starts to struggle.
What are some things that block the body from normal repair and healing? The accumulation of toxins and waste blocks the body from normal repair and healing. For instance, consuming junk food, having a sedentary lifestyle and skimping on sleep contribute to the accumulation of waste and toxins. These overburden the immune system and starts a cascade of effects that create havoc in the body.
Boosting your immune system is more complicated that taking a few nutritionals, botanicals or medicine. This is short-sighted and lacks understand of how our bodies were designed to work and thrive. Boosting your immune system is about giving the body what is needs and eliminating what is blocking it in order to support the body’s innate healing system.
In times like these, we do need to ramp up the care of our body in order to boost the immune system. I believe a key first step is to not enter into “fear” or “panic mode”. This overburdens your immune system and leaves you more prone to infections and other health conditions when you are riddle with fear. Fear is not bad, and it has a function. Fear is designed to alert us that something is wrong, and we need to jump into action. Once you know something is wrong look for solutions and don’t allow fear to be constant in your thoughts. When you move into action, fear has accomplished its purpose. Remember if you allow yourself to be in a constant state of fear it will be detrimental to your immune system and your health.
So, what can you do now? Let’s start with the basics. Stop the spread and exposure to the virus.
- Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently; especially when you come home. Make sure that you use water and soap, lather your hands and nails. It is important that you wash for at least 20 seconds producing fiction. Friction is key.
- Avoid shaking hands.
- Don’t touch your face, especially your eyes, nose and mouth were the virus may gain entry.
- If you cough, cover your mouth with your elbow or a tissue and dispose of it.
- The CDC recommends to only use a mask if you need one. That is if you are sick. We don’t want to create a shortage of mask for those who are sick or tending the sick.
- The CDC recommends “social distancing” and avoiding crowds.
- Protect the elderly, fragile and those with chronic conditions (heart disease, diabetes, etc.). If you have flu-like symptoms stay away from them or if you believe you have become in contact with an infected person (or flu) stay away. This population are at the highest risk of becoming sick and dying.
- If you are pregnant is best that you practice all these precautions because your may be at a higher risk as your immune system is in flux.
- If you have travel plans, avoid non-essential traveling and stay up to date with the CDC travel warning update
- If you travel, practice hand washing thoroughly and frequently; avoid touching your face. When you arrive at your destination, it is a good idea to disinfect your luggage with disinfectant spray or wipes.
Avoid
- Sugar (soda, candy, sweets, pastries, etc.)
Pathogens love sugar. Viruses and bacteria, for example, thrive in sugar. - Processed foods. These foods are nutritionally void and loaded with toxins.
- Dairy products. These produce mucus and increasing the risk of infections.
- Fried foods, hydrogenated oils and trans-fats. These fats are very inflammatory and overburden your immune system.
Include
- Pure water. Lots of it. Your immune system needs water to flush toxins out of the system.
- Vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, non-gluten grains in your diet. Aside form containing a variety of vitamins and minerals necessary to build a healthy body, they contain fiber which acts as a broom to clean your bowels.
- Increase your intake of vitamin C rich foods such as citrus fruits, pepper, kiwi, pineapple, strawberries, papaya, tomatoes, etc.
- Increase your intake of red-colored foods. These support your immune system. For example, tomatoes, red pepper, strawberries, watermelon, red grapes, cherries.
- Incorporate vegetables in the cabbage family. These vegetables are known to support detoxification necessary to keep up with the accumulation of toxins and waste. Examples of these foods are broccoli, cauliflower, red and green cabbage, Brussels sprouts, etc.
- Leafy greens and green produce. Provide needed vitamins and minerals as well as supporting alkalinity in the body keeping pathogens at bay.
- Incorporate antimicrobial foods such as onions, garlic, raw honey and spices.
- Fermented foods. These foods add diversity to your gut flora. Higher diversity, stronger immune system. Foods such as non-dairy yogurt, water kefir, kombucha, apple cider vinegar, etc.
- Protein. Protein is important for repair of body tissues and to fight infections.
- Healthy fat. Fats help modulate the immune response and control inflammation. Examples of heathy fats are olives, avocados, coconut, grass-fed butter, nuts, seeds, etc.
Supplements
The following is a list of supplements you may incorporate in your daily routine in order to boost your immune system during this vulnerable time. Vitamin C, D, magnesium, zinc and selenium are important to strengthen the immune system against viruses. Supplements and dosages below are recommended by the Orthomolecular Medicine News Services.
- Vitamin C: 3,000 milligrams (or more) daily, in divided doses.
- Vitamin D3: 2,000 International Units daily. (Start with 5,000 IU/day for two weeks, then reduce to 2,000)
- Magnesium: 400 mg daily (in citrate, malate, chelate, or chloride form)
- Zinc: 20 mg daily
- Selenium: 100 mcg (micrograms) daily
In addition to these nutrients there are other natural compounds, herbs and botanicals that boost your immune system. Here is a short list.
- Propolis
- Raw honey
- Echinacea
- Elderberry
- Andrographis
- Astragalus
- Olive leaf
- Oregano
- Turmeric
- Ginger
Lifestyle
- Prioritize sleep. When you sleep, your body is busy doing its repair and rebuilding. Lack of sleep will make your more vulnerable to infections.
- Exercise and movement. These support the immune system from several angles, promotes detoxification, healthy gut flora, relaxation, energy, just to name a few.
- Keep a positive mind set and an attitude of gratitude. These practices will help you regulate the stress response and in turn boost your immune system. In addition, these practices stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system also known as “rest and digest” mode. It is here where our body does its repair and recovery essential for fighting infections.
In conclusion, let the news of the coronavirus move you into action and not leave you in a state of fear. Fear and panic make you more susceptible to infections. Follow the basics on how to avoid spread and exposure to the virus. Boost your immune system, the protector of your health, by incorporating a nutritionally dense diet and an immune boosting lifestyle. This is a more comprehensive approach to protecting your health and your family’s.
Viva La Vida!
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