Drink What Is Good For You:
Anti-inflammatory teas, such as Elderberry, Turmeric, and Echinacea
Emergen-C (1,000 mg of Vitamin C)
Ayurvedic Supplements: Triphala & Ashwaganda
Coconut Water (Increases Electrolytes)
(*Reduce Alcohol & Caffeine consumption, as they are are diuretic/ dehydrating.)
Vital Vitamin-Rich Supplements
Vitamin
Vitamin D3
Zinc
Vitamin B-6
Eat Healthy
Focus on flavonoids with Anti-Viral Properties:
- Catechins and epicatechin gallate (green tea)
- Hesperidin (citrus fruits)
- Kaempferol (spinach, dill, cabbage).
- Lauric acid (unrefined virgin coconut oil)
- Oleuropein (olives and extra virgin olive oil)
- Quercetin (dill, onion, oregano, chili pepper, apples, leafy greens, broccoli)
Incorporate Immune-boosting Herbs and Spices
- Chili pepper, oregano, rosemary, or turmeric
- Fresh garlic and ginger
Incorporate Prebiotic and Probiotic Foods
- Apples, bananas, burdock root, jicama root, Jerusalem artichokes, Konjac root
- Dandelion greens
- Flaxseed
- Kefir
- Kimchi
- Miso
- Seaweed
- Tempeh
Reduce Meat & Dairy Consumption
Red Meat & Dairy increases mucus production in the body, therefore it's best to reduce or avoid red meat & dairy in order to reduce inflammation.
SLEEP
Sleep is extremely important for your body fight off infections & stay healthy. Sleep deprivation effects our memory & weakens our immune system.
Melatonin (1-5 mg) can help improve sleep cycles. (*Studies have shown that higher doses of melatonin, around 20-50 mg up to twice daily, may be helpful in reducing inflammation in the lungs and promote better breathing in those who are sick with coronavirus)
EXERCISE
Schedule time to get outside (weather permitting) &/or exercise indoors. Make exercising fun by dancing, using a new exercise video, walking / running with your dog(s) &/or kid(s) for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Watch this Simple Yoga Stretch Video I created a couple years ago that EVERY Body can utilize to get your oxygen & blood flowing!
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