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CONTENT This guide outlines potential ways to prevent or greatly reduce the severity of a corona COVID-19 infection by adjusting lifestyle and through dietary supplements. Axel Blindow CORONA COVID-19 30.03.2020 SELF-HELP This document may get updated as new information becomes available and the author COMPENDIUM sees fit. The latest update can get downloaded at: www.dr-carmine.ch/wp- What to do? How to prevent? content/uploads/Corona-COVID-19-Self-help- Supporting the immune system as a compendium-for-prevention-and-acute- infection.pdf preventative measure and in case of an acute infection
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM A. Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3 B. Prevention ....................................................................................................................................... 6 B1. Strengthening the immune system by adopting an anti-inflammatory lifestyle......................... 6 1. Relieve stress, maintain positive thoughts, laugh .................................................................. 6 2. Ensure good sleep!.................................................................................................................. 6 3. Anti-inflammatory diet ........................................................................................................... 7 4. Hydrate! .................................................................................................................................. 8 5. Avoid environmental toxins and harmful chemicals or reduce exposure .............................. 8 6. Improve blood circulation, stimulate lymph........................................................................... 8 7. Nitrogen oxide emissions - important for immune defence! – NO-Dump by Dr. Bush .......... 8 8. Improve digestion / elimination / detoxification .................................................................... 9 9. Prevent dry skin ...................................................................................................................... 9 10. Taking care of the Respiratory tract ................................................................................. 10 B2. Supplements to strengthen the immune system as preventive measure.................................. 11 1. Vitamin C: 1000-8000 mg/d, depending on the risk of infection ......................................... 11 2. Vitamin A: 3000-5000 IU ....................................................................................................... 11 3. Vitamin D3&K2: 3000-5000 IU D3......................................................................................... 11 4. Quercetin: 1000mg ............................................................................................................... 11 5. Vitamin E: 200mg .................................................................................................................. 12 6. Melatonin: 0.3mg.................................................................................................................. 12 7. Good multivitamin and mineral ............................................................................................ 12 8. Etc. depending on your individual constitution .................................................................... 12 C. Acute case ..................................................................................................................................... 13 C1. Symptoms of Corona/COVID-19 according to WHO................................................................... 13 C2. COVID-19 & Melatonin: Immune system overreaction and the key role of the "sleep hormone" .......................................................................................................................................................... 14 C3. Strategy ....................................................................................................................................... 15 C4. Acute measures (options) ........................................................................................................... 17 1. Zinc lozenges: 15mg every 2 hours ....................................................................................... 17 2. Vitamin C: 1,000 mg hourly to half-hourly............................................................................ 17 3. H2O2 Hydrogen Peroxide - Munro Protocol for up to 3 days .............................................. 18 3B HOCl ("Hozzel" water, Dr. Klinghardt) as an alternative to H2O2 ........................................... 18 4. Inhalation of reduced glutathione ........................................................................................ 18 5. Vitamin D3: 75000 IU each morning and evening, for a maximum of 3 days ...................... 19 6. Vitamin A: 100,000 IU for 3-4 days ....................................................................................... 20 7. Melatonin .............................................................................................................................. 20 Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 1/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM 8. NoCoV-liposomal herbal mixture by Dr. Klinghardt ............................................................. 21 9. Herbs (Liquorice, Dandelion & Co)........................................................................................ 21 (a) Dandelion leaves ........................................................................................................... 21 (b) Licorice .......................................................................................................................... 22 (c) Marigold (e.g. as tea) .................................................................................................... 22 (d) Rosemary ...................................................................................................................... 22 10. Monolaurin (component of coconut oil) .......................................................................... 22 11. Support for detoxification ................................................................................................. 23 (a) Milk thistle .................................................................................................................... 23 (b) Curcumin ....................................................................................................................... 23 (c) Ginger ............................................................................................................................ 23 (d) N-acetyl cysteine NAC ................................................................................................... 23 12. ATP Support / Energy ........................................................................................................ 23 (a) Creatine/Creatine 5g/day ............................................................................................. 23 (b) D-Ribose 5g/day ........................................................................................................... 23 13. Drinking/gargling and/or inhalation of colloidal silver ..................................................... 23 Disclaimer The content of this document is for general information only and does not replace medical advice. Readers are invited to check and verify the information contained therein. Questions about risks and possible side effects should be clarified with a doctor. Research on the topic of corona virus COVID-19 is in full swing worldwide. Knowledge of the Corona virus COVID-19 is constantly updated. The information contained in this document, which deals specifically with COVID-19, is based on the current findings and sources I have researched on the subject. It lies in the nature of the matter that parts of the information contained in this document may be outdated after an unknown period of time. Therefore, please check the up-to-dateness of the information. The implementation of recommendations from this document is solely at your own risk and responsibility! Copyright © 2020 Axel Blindow. The author grants permission to copy this document in its entirety and without changes and share it free of charge. About the author: Axel Blindow (Dipl.Ing ETH, lic. oec. HSG) is an entrepreneur and business advisor with an educational background in engineering and economics. A personal health challenge brought him to deeply research health topics. He is a strong advocate of the principles of functional medicine, which uses a holistic approach to healing, looking to find and address root causes and including lifestyle choices and diet in their treatment protocols. After fully recovering using a functional medicine approach, he together with Dr. med Thomas Carmine created a seminar series for lifestyle coaching and ketogenic diet as part of medical treatment protocols. As time permits, he is available as a life coach at Praxis Dr. Carmine in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, www.dr-carmine.ch , and online. He can be reached at axel.blindow@dr-carmine.ch . Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 2/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM A. Introduction The weaker the immune system, the easier it is for pathogenic invaders (bacteria, viruses, parasites) to intrude the body, overcome the body's defence systems, spread and create illness. Statistical trendlines on chronic diseases – from diabetes, Hashimoto's, ..., to multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's to cancer - show a dramatic increase and epidemic extent. More and more and ever younger people are confronted with degenerative and chronic ailments. The poor health status of an ever-increasing number of people exacerbates the problem of viruses such as COVID-19. The data on COVID-19 is still unclear and may remain so to some extent, as reliable comparative values are lacking, and different countries order the use of COVID-19 tests very differently. The coronavirus COVD-19 is a new type against which we humans are not yet immunized. That's what makes this virus so dangerous. The infection can lead to symptoms ranging from very mild symptoms to severe lung complications with fatality. About 8% of those infected do not even develop fever. This is called an asymptomatic course of the infection. Nevertheless, these people can spread the virus for about 2 weeks! In addition to a weak immune system, which is a key factor in getting infected and the disease progression, COVID-19 exhibits another significant feature – its substantially elevated risk for older people to develop the severe form. While there are virtually no serious cases of progression in children up to 9 years of age, the likelihood of severe and critical cases increases with age. Recent research suggests that this is related to melatonin levels, which decrease continuously with age. This link between melatonin and COVID-19 is discussed below in chapter C2. The main problem of the COVID-19 wave is its rapid spread due to the lack of immunization of the population. This leads to overcrowding of intensive care units with severe cases. The drastic shut-down/lock-down measures taken by governments around the world are primarily designed to reduce the propagation speed of the COVD-19 wave. The bottleneck is Picture: SkyNews, Hospital in Bergamo in March 2020 the limited number of intensive care units available. The aim is to provide sufficient WHAT CAN I DO? numbers of ICUs until the end of the COVID wave. The example of Northern Italy shows how Most of us will get infected with the COVID-19 quickly the emergency system can reach its virus in the coming days, weeks or months. capacity limit. Be prepared and support your immune system Epidemiological models assume that about 70% in the best possible way, especially if you are a of the population have to get infected and person at risk. immunized before a herd protection is in place for the remaining 30%. There is some likelihood, that we personally or family members will come into contact with the virus sooner or later – in the next few days, weeks or months. For the younger people among us, the contact with the virus will be unproblematic or even uneventful. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 3/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM Older people and persons with pre-existing conditions or chronic ailments should use their time to prepare and prepare their immune system in case of infection in the best possible way. Prevention is the best insurance. According to a study published in the journal "The Lancet" on March 11th 2020, which evaluated COVID-19 cases in Wuhan, the following risk profile with regard to the death rate has emerged:1 Risk factor Death rate increased by Age 1.14-fold per year Chronic lung disease (COPD) 5.4 fold Hypertension 3.05 fold Diabetes (type 2) 2.85 fold Heart disease 2.14 fold Smokers 2.23 fold Men 1.64 fold Asthma Increased Immunodeficiency (HIV, cancer, corticosteroid Increased intake, autoimmune diseases) Overweight Increased Other pre-existing conditions and organ Increased damage (liver, kidney, etc.) While younger people have a low risk of dying from COVID-19, according to China data, they still have a high hospitalization rate. Between 14-21% of those between the ages of 20 and 44 tested were admitted to a hospital. The average rate across all age groups is 21-31.5%.2 Worldwide, treatment strategies and vaccinations are Risk of younger people! being worked on at high pressure. It is to be hoped that an effective drug against COVID-19 will be available While the death rate is low among quickly. One hopeful is the malaria prophylaxis agent younger people, they still have a chloroquine, which could be produced quickly and for relatively hospital admission rate of which a long clinical experience of effect and side 14-21%! effects exists. Regardless of how quickly a remedy is found, everyone should now think about strengthening their immune system and getting fit for COVID-19 and other disease-causing germs. This should not just be seen as a short-term measure. COVID-19 is today. No one can rule out that we will get in contact with such novel viruses or "superbugs" (think about the antibiotics resistance crisis) more often in the future. For epidemiologists it was clear it would only be a matter of time until a case like COVID-19 would happen. Bill Gates already back in 2015 after the Ebola crisis warned in a TED talk titled “The next outbreak? We’re not ready”, about the scenario we are facing now3. 1 Wuhan cases, population risk factors. [2020.03]: https://doi.org/10.1016/S01140-6736(20)30566-3 2 Hospitalisation rates: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/69/wr/mm6912e2.htm?s_cid=mm6912e2_w 3 Bill Gates, 2015, TED talk “The next outbreak? We’re not ready”: https://youtu.be/6Af6b_wyiwI Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 4/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM The measures described on the following pages discusses ways to efficiently strengthen the immune system in a holistic way. The aim is to boost the immune system 1. in the run-up to a potential infection, as well as 2. to provide additional support in the event of an acute infection The key focus lies in measures that affect lifestyle and in supplementation as needed. Our lifestyle and environment have changed dramatically over the last 50 years. Increasingly sedentary lifestyles (with high rates of screen times both at work and at home), lack of exercise, risk of chronic stress, poor/one-sided diet, nutrient-deficient foods, increased load of environmental toxins, potentially harmful effects of EMFs (electromagnetic fields) and last but not least bad sleeping habits – they all put a strain on body and mind and thus also on our immune system. Overall, our lifestyle needs to become healthier again in order to get a grip on the epidemic increase of chronic symptoms we are observing in the general population around the globe. Sleep hygiene, a good diet, exercise and last but not least a balanced work/life balance are prerequisites to keep our immune system fit in the long run. The first section of this guide, B1, therefore deals with lifestyle for prevention. Some of the measures described in it can be implemented immediately and easily, others require a period of adjustment. Ideally, you commit to a long-term change over to a healthy anti-inflammatory lifestyle, and not a one-off action that you safely can forget about after the COVID-19 wave has subsided. Section B2 briefly lists dietary supplements that can support the immune system. They should be exactly used like the name suggests, supplementary/complementary to a healthy lifestyle. The healthier you are, the fewer additional measures will be needed. Some of the dietary supplements listed below may be temporarily sold out as current demand is high during these days. However, you don’t need all the listed supplements to achieve a good support of the immune system. There are multiple ways to combine these supplements to an efficient stack. Basic items like for example zinc, vitamin C, vitamin D and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) should be back in stock soon and already provide very cheap yet very powerful support of the immune system in the event of an infection. The information in this document contains information that I have researched and compiled on the subject. They are intended as suggestions. In general, they are well tolerated. Whether this also applies to your case must be clarified individually. Please inform yourself about possible effects and side effects before implementing the measures presented. An implementation is carried out exclusively at your own responsibility and risk! With the best wishes, Axel Blindow Pfäffikon 30.03.2020 Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 5/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM B. Prevention B1. Strengthening the immune system by adopting an anti-inflammatory lifestyle Acute and chronic inflammation reduces our immune system's ability to respond appropriately to pathogenic germs such as viruses. The measures listed below help to create an anti-inflammatory lifestyle. They help decisively to strengthen the immune system and to prepare for any COVID-19 attack. 1. Relieve stress, maintain positive thoughts, laugh Stress leads to a whole cascade of negative reactions in the body. Among other things, stress reduces the release of digestive enzymes and thus the absorption of nutrients from the diet. The best food is poorly digested and absorbed when you are stressed. Stress reduction is thus a key prerequisite for sustainable health and also for healthy sleep. Positive thoughts and laughter have a significant positive influence on physiological processes and the immune system. Laughter leads to an outburst of endorphins and opioids. That's why laughter feels so good! 2. Ensure good sleep! Good sleep is essential for a good immune system. Poor sleep makes you many times more susceptible to colds, flus and of course also COVID-19. In addition to stress relief (see above), the following measures can help to improve sleep: • Don't go to bed too late (old saying: every hour of sleep before midnight counts twice!) • Ideally, go to bed early enough so you don't have to use an alarm clock in the morning, and wake up refreshed at the desired time. • Make a habit to go to bed at about the same time. This helps to strengthen the circadian rhythm, which is our inner clock. More than 300 hormonal processes in the body are controlled by time and our inner clock. The Nobel Prize 2017 in Medicine was awarded to three scientists who fundamentally have added to our knowledge about circadian rhythms. Changes in sleep behaviors can severely disturb biological rhythms for the next days to come. (For every hour of jet lag and social jet lag (i.e. later bedtimes on weekends), the body needs roughly one day to adjust the inner clock). • Don’t eat too late in the evening and too heavy (best to stop eating 3 hours before bedtime) • If you wake up regularly between 2 am and 4am at night, this could be due to low blood sugar. Around this time, liver activities start, requiring glucose (sugar). In such a case, try a smaller "late meal" (some carbohydrates with fat - e.g. bread with butter) before bedtime. • No alcohol • No bright light in the evening (dim your lights!) Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 6/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM • If possible don’t use white LEDs/LEDs with a high degree of blue light (blue light suppresses the excretion of the sleep hormone melatonin) • Blue light blocker glasses, blue light filter apps when working on screen • In the hour before bed it would be best to refrain from screen time (pc/tv/smartphone…), avoid conflict-laden conversations and don’t engage in watching or reading stuff that emotionally stir you up, etc. • A powernap (up to 20 minutes) during the day can strongly support the immune system, particularly if you have slept less than 6 hours at night or have not woken up refreshed in the morning (Instructions e.g. here: https://www.sleep.org/articles/what-is-a-power-nap/) 3. Anti-inflammatory diet • Stay away from ready meals with preservatives and additives as much as possible • Buy organic whenever possible in order to minimize exposure to pesticides/... etc.). • Prepare the food as gently as possible (do not fry/grill, overheat fats) • Use fresh and local produce as much as possible • Eat a large variety of foods, with a mixture of raw and cooked food. Diversity instead of monotony! • Avoid sugar (also in products...)! • Reduce consumption of bread/pasta/starchy products (potatoes, etc.) (all carbohydrates other than dietary fibers are eventually converted into glucose (=sugar)) • Avoid foods you are sensitive to. Sometimes you might not be aware of food sensitivities and intolerances. Strong signs can be bloating, bad breath, rash, general fatigue or fatigue especially after eating, increased pulse, headache, etc. Gluten, dairy, soy and also eggs are the foods with the commonly highest pro- inflammatory potential. • Reduce meat consumption. Prefer meat and products from pasture raised animals when consuming meat. They have a higher proportion of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids than animals fattened with concentrated foods such as soy or corn, which are omega-6-heavy and therefore pro-inflammatory. – This also applies to organic meat!) • Moderate consumption of fish (due to heavy metal exposure. No big fish (tuna, etc.), Wild caught fish from as clean waters as possible (Alaska) is better than farmed organic fish (which usually is also fed with omega6-heavy feed), etc. • Eat lots of vegetables • Eat fruit in moderation. Avoid or limit eating sweet fruits because of their high sugar content (unless you are in a tropical climate). Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 7/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM • Do not consume your food and drinks too hot as this can burn your mucous membranes and make it prone to a virus attack. 4. Hydrate! Studies show that dehydration weakens the immune system and makes it vulnerable to infections. Drink enough water throughout the day to strengthen the immune system. And if you already have an infection, make drinking a top priority! Coffee, teas, salty foods, they all drain. Therefore, limit the consumption of appropriate foods and increase the amount of water consumed. 5. Avoid environmental toxins and harmful chemicals or reduce exposure In many cases the largest amount of toxins we are exposed to come from within our households and office spaces. These include ingredients in air fresheners, household cleaners, cosmetics but also industrially produced foods with their preservatives and dyes. (information and consumer guides e.g. https://www.ewg.org/consumer-guides). 6. Improve blood circulation, stimulate lymph In order to strengthening the immune system, it is important to ensure a good supply of oxygen and nutrients to the cells as well as removal of pollutants from the tissue. • Move well, get enough fresh air Exercise/move, but do not overexert! => e.g. strong walking, light jogging, moderate strength training, ... Important: Breathe through the nose (she next point, 7.) • If you have a viral infection but can still walk without any problems, get up from time to time and walk through the apartment and move your body. This will help to stimulate lymph flow and thus supports the immune system. • Biohacks that I use myself: (a) BFR (Blood-Flow-Restriction Training)(https://fitness.mercola.com/sites/fitness/archive/2020/01/03/kaatsu- blood-flow-restriction-training.aspx also for the elderly - she https://youtu.be/hnOQ5M-2Z9I ) (b) PEMF (Pulsing electromagnetic fields – improvement of microcirculation, mitochondrial stimulation,... ) (c) Infrared sauna (d) Red light therapy (for mitochondrial stimulation. https://joovv.com/ , https://vielight.com/) 7. Nitrogen oxide emissions - important for immune defense! – NO-Dump by Dr. Bush Nitric oxide expands blood vessels and capillaries and improves the ability of the lungs to absorb oxygen. Nitric oxides in the beneficial iNOS form is released in large quantities in higher intensity exercises. It relaxes the smooth vascular muscles, dilates the blood vessels and thus improves the ability of the lungs to absorb oxygen. Nitric oxide is also highly antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal and antiparasitic. It is constantly produced in the nose (but not in oral breathing!) and helps the immune system to kill inhaled germs. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 8/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM A very efficient way to produce a dump of iNOS and thus providing a strong antiviral and antibacterial boost to support the immune system is a brief but strong stimulation of the circulation. Dr. Zach Bush has developed a simple series of exercises ("NO-Dump") that will activate a strong NO-dump within 3-4 minutes. It takes about 3 hours to replenish the body’s NO storage after a "dump". Dr. Zach Bush therefore recommends doing the exercise up to 3 times a day with 3-4 hours in between. (Instructions see: http://www.nitricoxidedump.com/) It is also interesting that humming when exhaling through the nose increases NO production by 15 times compared to a silent exhalation through the nose! (In below mentioned study, humming was done at 128Hz, C) Simple and effective! Buzzing increases the immune defense in the nasal and throat space! (Source: https://www.atsjournals.org/doi/full/10.1164/rccm.200202-138BC ) Humming (with the mouth closed) can therefore be a very good method to activate the immune defense in the nasal/throat area, especially after potentially having been exposed to pathogens! 8. Improve digestion / elimination / detoxification (a) Drink enough water (evenly distributed throughout the day) (b) Avoid constipation(reduces absorption and detoxification performance. Aim for at least 1 bowel movement per day, better 2-3 times. If necessary take magnesium (e.g. Mg-Malate) in the evening and titrate up as needed to produce a bowel movements in the morning. (Mg Malate e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Source-Naturals-Magnesium-Malate- 625-mg-200-Capsules/1268?rcode=NZT459) (c) If necessary, support intestinal flora with probiotics (d) Sweating (exercise, sauna) (e) Daily stretching/body movements utilizing all muscle groups up to the full range of possible motion in order to activate lymph drainage 9. Prevent dry skin Especially in cold seasons, the low humidity often leads to dry skin, slaps on the hands or brittle lips, all of which increase the risk of an infection. In addition to keeping the Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 9/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM body hydrated through drinking enough water, use skin creams/body lotions/lip balms without problematic additives to avoid dry skin. 10. Taking care of the Respiratory tract COVID-19 spreads mainly via droplets, which adhere either to the mucous membranes of the nose, the throat or on the walls of the trachea and bronchi. However, before the viruses can penetrate into the body, they must overcome the mucous membrane. The virus needs to intrude into a mucosal cell in order to be able to multiply. This step, during which the viruses sit locally in the mucous membranes, takes time (incubation time). The airways have extremely effective defense and self-cleaning mechanisms. The mucous membranes have tiny flickering hairs on the outside which are covered with a thin layer of mucus. These hairs move synchronously in a circle and thus transport the mucus slowly from the bronchi into the throat space much like a conveyor belt. This process removes invaders and foreign particles caught in the mucus from the airways. When the mucus becomes too viscous or the mucous layer too thick, the elimination function gets disturbed. In the lungs the macrophages (scavenger cells) act as an additional line of defense eliminating foreign particles in the inhaled air (such as fine dust and other particles – including viruses and bacteria). (Info from: https://ethz.ch/en/news-und-veranstaltungen/eth- news/news/2020/03/zukunftsblog-viola-vogel-mit-atemwegspflege-das- infektionsrisiko-senken.html) Measures to support the mucous membrane and bronchi: • Gargle with water or cold/warm tea. Do not use alcohol-containing mouthwashes, as alcohol irritates/dries the mucous membranes. • Keep mucous membranes moist (drink regularly!) (better a few sips every 15 minutes than larger amounts every few hours) • Inhalation of water vapor (old household remedy...) or use of a nebulizer with saline solution up to several times a day (nebulizer e.g. https://www.beurer.com/web/gb/products/medical/nebulisation/ih-55.php ) • Rinse the nose with lukewarm water or saline solution, e.g. with a netipot https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Himalayan-Institute-Ceramic-Neti-Pot-1- Pot/5968?rcode=NZT459 or in a set with Himalayan salt: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Himalayan-Institute-Neti-Pot-Porcelain-Sinus- Cleansing-System-3-Piece-Kit/28547?rcode=NZT459 • Avoid particulate matter/house dust/pollen (allergy sufferers!) as much as possible and avoid smoking in order to not put additional stress on the scavenger cells, so they can focus on harmful pathogens like viruses. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 10/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM B2. Supplements to strengthen the immune system as preventive measure In times of increased risk for an infection, the immune system can be supported with the following supplements, among others: 1. Vitamin C: 1000-8000 mg/d, depending on the risk of infection Best to be taken in several servings every 1-2 hours in the mornings and up until mid-afternoon (later use could have detrimental effects on your sleep) –. ATTENTION: Be careful with vitamin C and other immune boosters when you have autoimmunity! It could trigger an autoimmune flare up. When administering higher dosages, best use buffered vitamin C powder (ascorbic acid bound to alkaline minerals which is less straining on the stomach). E.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Life-Extension-Buffered-Vitamin-C-Powder-16-oz-454- g/3968?rcode=NZT459 2. Vitamin A: 3000-5000 IU Attention: take as vitamin A, retinol, and not in beta-carotene form!) , e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Solgar-Cod-Liver-Oil-Vitamins-A-D-250- Softgels/9732?rcode=NZT459 3. Vitamin D3&K2: 3000-5000 IU D3 When taken for a longer period, the dosage should be set according to the D3-25OH blood level. Please consult your doctor regarding the lab work. Best taken as liquid (drops) and with vitamin K2 added, e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Thorne-Research-Vitamin-D-K2-1-fl-oz-30- ml/23517?rcode=NZT459 (information on D3/K2 combo e.g. here: https://riordanclinic.org/2013/10/vitamins-d3-and-k2-the-dynamic-duo/) 4. Quercetin: 1000mg Studies have shown that quercetin is effective against a whole range of viruses, including the SARS virus, a relative of COVID-19. Quercetin not only blocks the ability of viruses to infect cells, but also prevents virus replication. In a recently published study (March 2020) on pneumoniae streptococcal infections, the authors concluded that quercetin could be a candidate for an effective and potent low-cost clinical treatment against pneumococcal infections. Source: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2020/03/16/quercetin- vitamin-d-coronavirus-prevention.aspx The bioavailability of quercetin is increased when taken together with a bit of vitamin C. e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Solaray-Mega-Quercetin-60- VegCaps/38907?rcode=NZT459 Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 11/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM 5. Vitamin E: 200mg preferably in the form of mixed or gamma tocopherols (and tocotrienols), not only as in the synthetic alpha-tocopherol form (cheap form usually found in supplements). e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/MRM-Nutrition-Complete-E-60- Softgels/10997?rcode=NZT459 Vitamin E has a protective effect on the respiratory tract and can significantly reduce the risk of a cold. 6. Melatonin: 0.3mg 1/2 hour before bedtime For the rationale behind supplementing with melatonin, see chapter C2. COVID-19 & Melatonin: Immune system overreaction and the key role of the "sleep hormone" below. Additionally and as required: 7. Good multivitamin and mineral (Pay particular attention to the forms of B vitamins I the supplement – the product should not contain folic acid, but folate and also no cyanocobalamin as B12). e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Life-Extension-Mix-Powder-12-70-oz-360- g/87150?rcode=NZT459 – this product uses very high dosages in one serving. I would take about 1/4 to 1/3 of the recommended daily dose for normal prevention and a bit more in phases of a weak immune system) 8. Etc. depending on your individual constitution Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 12/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM C. Acute case C1. Symptoms of Corona/COVID-19 according to WHO According to current knowledge, the disease COVID-19 usually begins after an incubation period of 4-7 (but also up to 12) days with • fever (98% of all cases, usually 38-39°C/100.5-102°F), after 1-3 days followed by • dry cough (76% of all cases). Usually also accompanied by muscle pain and fatigue. The virus first spreads in the mouth and throat, only later and not in all cases into the lungs. (she. B1. 10Taking care of the Respiratory ) Some patients develop shortness of breath after a few days. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 13/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM In severe and critical cases, COVID-19 can lead to severe pneumonia, respiratory failure, septic shock and multiple organ failure. Attention! Symptoms are categorized according to the following criteria: Even people with asymptomatic history (no or only mild symptoms) • Mild cases: can transmit and spread the virus Patients without or only mild pneumonia for 2 weeks! • Severe cases (29%): Patients with shortness of breath, a respiratory rate of at least 30/minute, an oxygenation of the blood of max. 93%, an oxygenation index of less than 300 and/or lung infiltrates of more than 50% within 24-48 hours. • Critical cases: Patients with respiratory failure, septic shock and/or dysfunction or failure of multiple organs. C2. COVID-19 & Melatonin: Immune system overreaction and the key role of the "sleep hormone" Latest studies on COVID-19 cases found that the majority of infected cases ( around 80%), show a mild course. Patients with severe disease history show an overreaction of the immune system, a so-called "cytokine storm". In the serum of seriously ill individuals, very high concentrations of the interleukin-2 receptor (IL-2R) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) were measured, as opposed to people with mild illness. The two serum cytokines are therefore important markers for the severity of the disease (Huaxia, 2020). A cytokine storm is a dangerous overreaction of the immune system that can be serious to fatal. High concentrations of inflammatory cytokines are formed, which in turn stimulate immune cells to form further cytokines. The resulting immune response does not automatically calm down, but shoots beyond the target. That's what makes it so dangerous. Substances that have an antiviral, antibacterial effect as well as an immunomodulating property, strengthening the weakened immune system and at the same time preventing an excessive inflammatory reaction, are therefore paramount in treating the COVID-19 infection. (see: Dr. med. L.M. Jacobs, https://www.drjacobsweg.eu/covid-19-wie-kann-ich-selbst-am-besten- vorbeugen/ ) The cytokine storm is spread by activating so-called NLRP3 inflammasomes. Melatonin may suppress this increased NLRP3 activation. This property makes melatonin a very special substance in the fight against COVID-19. It means that the course of infection is greatly reduced in patients with correspondingly high melatonin content. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 14/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM It is known that the Melatonin levels is very high in children and then decreases over the course of Key to COVID-19 life. Naturally high melatonin levels seem to be Melatonin prevents immune system the reason why there are literally no severe COVID-19 cases in children up to the age of 9 overreaction in COVID-19 years and why most severe cases occur in elderly people. (see:Doris Loh, 14.3.2020, https://www.evolutamente.it/covid-19-pneumonia-inflammasomes-the- melatonin-connection/) Be careful with ACE inhibitors and selenium! ACE inhibitors are used, for example, to treat high No selenia at COVID-19! blood pressure. However, they increase the expression of the ACE-2 gene. The same applies to Supplementation of selenium, as is selenium. COVID-19 infects by binding to ACE-2 often recommended for colds, is not receptors. Stimulating ACE2 could therefore advisable in COVID-19! increase the activity of COVID-19 virus! Source: Lecture Corona Dr. Klinghardt 17.3.2020, https://youtu.be/fgj-VT5iVh0 : C3. Strategy • The virus can survive several days on smooth surfaces (door handles, touch screens, tables, telephone handsets, etc.). Similarly, aerosol transmissions (air particles) up to 8 meters have been detected. In dry air, the aerosols can remain in the air for another 15-30 minutes. Precautions such as o avoiding to shake hands; o keeping distance; o frequent hand washing (with soap, minimum 20 seconds. Soap has antiviral properties. It causes the fatty lipids membrane of the viruses to burst)4; o only touching eyes, nose, mouth directly after washing your hands; o etc. should be strictly adhered to. • Self-isolate at the first signs of an infection. No contact with people at risk (elderly persons, sick persons, persons with pre-existing pulmonary diseases, persons with cancer, etc.) 4 Why soap is so good at killing COVID-19: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/03/coronavirus-soap- covid-19-virus-hygiene Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 15/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM • At the first signs of a cold (whether a sore throat, cold, fatigue, headache, increased temperature/fever, cough...) a COVID-19 infection should be considered, and countermeasures started immediately. Even if you are not sure whether it is a normal cold or a COVID-19 infection. Don't wait and watch, but instead act as if. • It makes sense, for example, to always Intervene at the first signs! have zinc lozenges and vitamin C at hand and to think about the measures you want The earlier the immune system is to take in case get an infection and supported after the onset of first organize these remedies now. Many symptoms, the higher the chance of immune supporting supplements are preventing the onset of infection or currently out of stock. In this case, re-check significantly reducing the course. availability frequently and develop replacement strategies. • If you think you have a COVID-19 infection, Attention! be sure to contact your doctor (call!). Individuals with asymptomatic • Adjust the dosage to the severity of the development with no or only mild symptoms. The recommended dosages in symptoms are still carriers of the virus for the below section are partly very high and up to 14 days and can spread the virus! are intended for short-term use at the beginning of the acute infection only (1-3 days). They are not intended for prolonged use! Prepare now! • When the initial symptoms have completely subsided, the acute protocol Plan, how you intend to proceed in case can be terminated. you get infected and organize everything • If you don’t feel hungry during an infection, you need. don't force yourself to eat. But always remind yourself to stay hydrated by drinking drinking water! Everything at hand? • In my opinion, not all the options of the It makes sense, for example, to always acute measures need to be implemented. have zinc lozenges and vitamin C at Often, taking zinc lozenges and vitamin C at hand... the very first sign of an infection can fight the virus off within the first few hours or a day. Keep adding more measures in case Contact your doctor! symptoms do not recede. Be sure to contact a doctor if you feel you are affected by a COVD-19 infection! Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 16/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM C4. Acute measures (options) In case of first signs of a cold/infection: 1. Zinc lozenges: 15mg every 2 hours Don’t take more than 8 times a day and not for longer than 3-4 days When taking higher doses for longer periods, copper deficiency among other things could develop. Taken at the earliest sign of symptoms, zinc lozenges can protect against a cold developing and shorten the duration of a cold by seven days. Often the signs of a beginning cold will disappear within a few hours when taking zinc lozenges. It is important to let the lozenges melt slowly in the mouth so that the zinc is absorbed directly through the oral mucosa. This is exactly where the zinc is needed in the starting phase of the infection. Supply: The best zinc lozenges contain zinc in ionized form – such as "Enhanced Zinc Lozenges" by LifeExtension: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Life-Extension-Enhanced-Zinc-Lozenges-30-Vegetarian- Lozenges/87151?rcode=NZT459 ) Background information: https://www.lifeextension.com/magazine/2020/1/how-to-use-zinc-lozenges 2. Vitamin C: 1,000 mg hourly to half-hourly Dose according to symptoms. Take 1-2g of vitamin C every hour. If soft stool/diarrhea develops, this indicates your personal bowel tolerance limit. When bowel tolerance is reached, suspend further vitamin C intake for a few hours and then resume with your hourly servings. In times when the immune system is under heavy load, the personal bowel tolerance can be very high. In some cases, amounts of more than 100g/day are tolerated in acute phases of the disease. Please inform yourself about the effects and side effects of a high-dose vitamin C intake before exerting this option. Further information on dosing up to the bowel tolerance can be found here: https://drpeterosborne.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Vitamin-C- Flush-Protocol.pdf or by searching the web for "C Flush calibration protocol". A vitamin C infusion would clearly be preferable to a high-dose oral intake if available. However, an oral high-dose vitamin C intake up to the personal bowel tolerance can be a very efficient short-term measure of self-help if an infusion in the doctor's office is not possible. If you take vitamin C at a high dose for several days, it is important not to stop taking it abruptly, but to gradually reduce the dose. For a high dose ingestion, buffered vitamin C in powder form is the best option to get, as it can easily be dissolved in water and does not strain the stomach as much as pure ascorbic acid. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 17/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM E.g. https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Life-Extension-Buffered-Vitamin-C-Powder-16-oz-454- g/3968?rcode=NZT459 3. H2O2 Hydrogen Peroxide - Munro Protocol for up to 3 days Goal: To reach and kill viruses directly at the mucous membranes. Execute the following procedure at the first signs of an infection up to 3x daily: (a) Inhale 3% H2O2: 5-10ml In case no inhaler/nebulizer is available, the hydrogen peroxide solution can also be sprayed into the mouth several times a day. You can get empty glass bottles with a spray lid in pharmacies or for instance here: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Now-Foods-Empty-2-fl-oz- Amber-Glass-Bottle-Spray-Lid-Case-of-6/71436?rcode=NZT459 (b) Spray 1.5% H2O2 solution into nose and ears (dry ears after 4 minutes with cotton swabs) (c) At the end gargle with 3% H2O2 solution for one minute to clear all mucus that has been solved and drained into mouth and throat. Bill Munro describes that with this protocol he brings almost all infections to a halt on the first day and usually does not need a second or third day of treatment. Info: https://archive.earthclinic.com/remedies/hydrogen_peroxide_inhalation4.html Supply: • Pure 3% hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) WITHOUT additives can be obtained in any pharmacy. If buying hydrogen peroxide from a drugstore or any other retailer, make sure that the solution does not contain any additives. • Nebulizer e.g. https://www.beurer.com/web/gb/products/medical/nebulisation/ih- 55.php 3B HOCl ("Hozzel" water, Dr. Klinghardt) as an alternative to H2O2 If available, HOCl solution could be used instead of hydrogen peroxide (see above). Dr. Dieter Klinghardt is selling a product with stable HOCl and specifically recommends it for fighting COVID-19. He is using it for disinfecting objects as well as for spraying his face and into nose and mouth several times a day. Supply: https://www.biopure.eu/us/environmental/water-disinfection/318843/hozzel-water 4. Inhalation of reduced glutathione Goal: Bring glutathione, the strongest antioxidant produced by our body, directly to the mucous membranes and into the bronchi. Instructions: Dissolve glutathione powder in 5-10ml isotonic saline solution (optional with some natron/baking soda) and inhale with a nebulizer. Dosage: I would start with Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 18/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM • 200mg of Glutathione in 5-10ml saline solution, 2-3x a day and, if necessary, increase • up to 600mg of Glutathione in 5-10ml saline solution, 3x a day. The link to a review study at the end of this section lists studies and the dosages used. Dosage used were up to 60mg of Glutathione/kg body weight without side effects reported (this would be the equivalent to 3.6g/day in a 60kg person). Optionally, a 2-3 drops of a Lugol solution (=daily dose) could be added to one of daily the inhalation sessions. A Lugol solution is a potassium iodide and iodine solution in distilled water. Iodine has strong antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal properties. Supply: • Lugol solution, e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Life-flo-Liquid-Iodine-Plus-2-fl-oz-59- ml/22640?rcode=NZT459 • Capsules with pure glutathione powder in its reduced form WITHOUT any additives can be ordered e.g. here: https://www.dr-ehrenberger.eu/produkt/l-glutathion-reduziert-kapseln/ The product contains high-quality SETRIA glutathione from Japan, which is used by many high quality brands. When looking for alternative products, please make sure you choose pure glutathione powder in reduced form without any additives. • Nebulizer e.g. https://www.beurer.com/web/gb/products/medical/nebulisation/ih- 55.php • Information on glutathione inhalation: • Youtube video by Dr. Sircus: https://youtu.be/1a0XWnB8goU Studies/Reviews: • https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.47/c9c.de2.myftpupload.com/wp- content/uploads/2018/10/Glutathione.nebulized-review.pdf • http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/full/156/2/425 5. Vitamin D3: 75000 IU each morning and evening, for a maximum of 3 days Dr. Steven Gundry, author of “The plant paradox” and former heart surgeon, is a strong advocat of taking high dose vitamin D to fight off an infection at first sign. He says that has never seen a If symptoms disappear, reduce supplementation to 2x5000 IU, then after 2 more days lower down to the prevention dose of 5000IU per day. Since vitamin D is fat soluble, it is best taken with food that contains fat. Information taken from: • High dosing of vitamin D for infection prevention, podcast Dr. Gundry on COVID-19. o Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krdK2BDgpfU&t=1s , starting at 18:11-23:00 o Transcript: https://drgundry.com/coronavirus-transcript/ Attention: While a short-term high dosing of Vitamin D3 to fight off the infection should be unproblematic, vitamin D3 must not be taken for more than 3 days at these high doses, unless Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 19/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM in special protocols, in which calcium intake is drastically reduced at the same time (e.g. Coimbra Protocol). For safety reasons, no additional calcium should be taken as a dietary supplement during the 3-day high dosing and the consumption of calcium-rich foods should be restricted. Although this is not a longer-term intake of high-dose vitamin D, as used in the Coimbra Protocol, here are some basic information on the calcium-poor diet used in the Coimbra protocol: https://vitamindanswers.com/the-coimbra-protocol-diet/ Supply: • high-dose vitamin D product e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Thorne-Research-D-10-000-60- Capsules/23503?rcode=NZT459 (best to combine with vitamin K2: 100mcg vitamin K for each 10,000IU of vitamin D) 6. Vitamin A: 100,000 IU for 3-4 days ATTENTION: Choose Vitamin A (retinol), NOT Beta Carotene. Supply: • High-dose vitamin A e.g.: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Now-Foods-Vitamin-A-10-000-IU-100- Softgels/11192?rcode=NZT459 7. Melatonin Daily dose: • 5mg for mild symptoms and Melatonin • up to 50mg (or even 100mg) in the elderly and/or with increasing/severe symptoms. a key substance against COVID-19 (she point C2!) Intake of the daily dose: • 40% during the day, further divided into equal servings every 2hrs. • 30% in the evening, 2h after dinner, • 30% before bedtime, latest at 10 p.m. Supply: High dose product with 0.5mg of melatonin in 1 drop: • https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Solgar-Liquid-Melatonin-Natural-Black-Cherry-Flavor-10-mg-2-fl- oz-59-ml/48649 (Attention: please inform yourself about potential import restrictions into your country of residence!). ATTENTION: Consult your doctor about the use of melatonin in your specific case, especially when you have diabetes (melatonin inhibits insulin release...), heart problems, high blood pressure, or use beta-blockers. In case melatonin is not available or can’t be prescribed, melatonin precursors can be substituted (e.g. Tryptophan, 5-http). However, you can’t reach the high levels of melatonin that are indicated as protective in the article. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 20/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM Info: • The above dosing is based on the information given in chapter C2. COVID-19 & Melatonin: Immune system overreaction and the key role of the "sleep hormone" • Supplementation protocol see appendix to the article: https://www.evolutamente.it/covid-19-pneumonia-inflammasomes-the-melatonin- connection/,. 8. NoCoV-liposomal herbal mixture by Dr. Klinghardt COVID-19 uses a specific enzyme, furin, for activation and access to the host cell. Furin occurs in humans, among other things, in the lungs, liver and small intestine. The use of human furin by COVID-19 makes the virus up to 100x more virulent than the original SARS coronavirus. Dr. Dieter Klinghardt, an expert in the field of coronaviruses (he treated a larger number of US military personnel during the SARS virus wave), has put together a liquid herbal mixture of mainly bitter substances, which is supposed to restrict furin excretion and thus may inhibit the spread of COVID-19 in the body. Ingredients: • Liquorice/Liquorice • Andrographis • Marigold • Dandelion • Artemisia • Alpine skullcap • Rosemary One daily dose of 45 drops contains 9.75mg of each of the ingredients in liposomal form. Supply: • The product is available here: https://www.biopure.eu/extrakte/alkoholische- extrakte/318922/nocov Info: • Lecture Dr. Klinghardt, 17.3.2020: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgj-VT5iVh0&feature=youtu.be ) 9. Herbs (Licorice, Dandelion & Co) The ingredients contained in NoCoV (she above) are highly effective against viruses and have a synergistic effect. Dr. Klinghardt continuously adapts the composition based on his experience. Of course, the ingredients in NoCoV can also be taken individually. (a) Dandelion leaves The antiviral effect has also been demonstrated in studies against influenza viruses.( she e.g.: https://www.zentrum-der-gesundheit.de/loewenzahn-wirkung-ia.html ). You can eat fresh dandelion leaves as a salad. Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 21/24
CORONA COVID-19 SELF-HELP COMPENDIUM Dandelion extract (usually from the root), e.g. https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Nature-s-Answer- Dandelion-1-260-mg-90-Vegetarian-Capsules/8355?rcode=NZT459 (b) Licorice is an ancient remedy. The effect against viruses and diseases of the upper airways (cough, bronchial catarrh, corona) is scientifically proven. (more information: https://www.zentrum-der-gesundheit.de/suessholz-als-natuerliches-heilmittel.html . However, if taken for a longer period of time, use deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), as this glycyrrhizin in licorice can disturb the hormone balance. Product e.g. as o Capsules: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Now-Foods-DGL-with-Aloe-Vera-400-mg-100-Veg- Capsules/81243?rcode=NZT459 o Chewable tablets https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Natural-Factors-DGL-Deglycyrrhizinated-Licorice-Root- Extract-90-Chewable-Tablets/2626?rcode=NZT459 ) (c) Marigold (e.g. as tea) (d) Rosemary has mild antiviral and antibacterial, but above all also mucous properties 10. Bronchipret (CH)/Bronchicum (GER)/Bronchial Clear (Thyme, Primrose, Climbing Ivy) If you suspect an early stage lung infection, as evidenced by dry cough that is not yet very severe, you also might want to add herbal anti cough remedies to your regimen, like products with thyme, primrose and climbing ivy as main active ingredients. These plant extracts help to reduce and calm the inflammatory process in the lungs and tend to make the mucus more fluid. A systematic review which confirms good results for cough using these and similar phythotherapeutics can be found here: https://www.karger.com/Article/Fulltext/442111 Products, e.g.: • Bronchipret (GER, AUT, CH: https://www.bionorica.de/de/produkte/atemwege/bronchipret.html) or • Bronchicum (GER, AUT: https://www.bronchicum.de/ or for instance • Bronchial Clear (International: https://ch.iherb.com/pr/EuroPharma-Terry-Naturally- Bronchial-Clear-90-Tablets/23499?rcode=NZT459 ) 11. Monolaurin (component of coconut oil) Monolauric acid, a component of coconut oil, has strong antiviral properties. e.g. https://ch.iherb.com/pr/Nutricology-Humic-Monolaurin-Complex-120-Vegetarian- Capsules/85373?rcode=NZT459 Corona COVID-19 Selfhelp Compendium-ABlindow 2020-03-30.docx Page 22/24
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