IMPORTANT: AVOID NSAIDS WITH CORONAVIRUS INFECTION!!! The problem with NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatories) and Covid-19. There has been much discussion on why NSAIDS are not recommended to take if you have symptoms of the COVID- 19 infection. NSAIDS inhibit the enzyme, COX2, that allows the conversion to Prostaglandin 2, PGE2). This is important because we need […]
Functional Medicine
Avoid Elderberry in Viral Prevention Protocols
Elderberry has been touted as an immune builder and I have seen it frequently listed as part of some individual’s protocol. However, I strongly recommend against the use as it increases the production of inflammatory cytokines, TNF-alpha, IL-6 and IL-8. In a study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11399518 they conclude that in healthy individual this activated the inflammatory cytokine […]
Sulforaphane Is Effective in Building immune System
Broccoli Sprouts: Sulforaphane Sulforphane supports the TH1 immune system, in particular the T cells. This is particularly effective against viral pathogens Benefits Potent Antioxidant Protects Against Cancer Improves Brain Function Improves Hearth Health Reduces Inflammation Boosts Immune Function How To Grow Broccoli Sprouts Step 1: Add 2 tbsp of seeds to each jar Step 2: […]
Coronavirus: Action Steps To Support The Immune System
Corona Virus action steps to help build and support the immune system. I have had numerous emails and calls from concerned patients regarding what specific steps we can take to boost our immune system. I have been responding individually to each person, but wanted to reach out to all of you to hopefully educate you […]
Is Your Chronic Pain, Fatigue and Inflammation Symptoms of an Autoimmunity?
Autoimmunity Autoimmunity has become increasingly more common due to environmental toxins, chemicals and food proteins. We can develop a response that initially should be normal to a foreign invader. However, at times are immune system becomes over reactive and it fails to properly distinguish between a foreign invader and our own body tissue. Do you […]
Healthy Aging: How Can We Promote Longevity?
HEALTHY AGING: HOW CAN WE PROMOTE LONGEVITY? Now that I have entered my 6th decade of life I have given more thought on how to promote longevity. My concerns are not only memory and balance but actually how does my body look on the inside. Generally labs have been pretty good and so […]
