MARCH 26, 2020 YOUR THOUGHTS
People with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) often have intrusive recurring thoughts that include fears of getting sick or of harm coming to a family member or loved one. With a global epidemic looming large, it can exacerbate feelings of STRESS and ANXIETY. And those compulsive behaviors that interfere with your everyday life can become even more time-consuming and more disruptive.
For those with OCD, take a deep breath. There are clear cut guidelines on the Center for Disease Control website- Do’s and Don’ts. Be smart
If you need to social distance follow the recommendations. I would suggest a good book to read and avoid reading the news or watching the news. Yes, it is real news and can get upsetting at times. Don’t overreact in times like this.
I know it easier said than actually doing or worrying. Follow your own routines that you have been doing except with more caution about contact with other individuals.
WE all will get through this— I promise.
Until tomorrow…
MARCH 25, 2020 CORONA AND RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS
The first case of community-spread of COVID-19 in the United States was reported on February 26, 2020 and the virus has been confirmed in numerous states, with more cases expected to be identified. We in New York City will have a hard time.
You know the risk. Stay indoors , stay isolated. Quarantine yourself if need be. We have not seen the peak yet. It will get worse before it gets better
People with COPD and other lung conditions are at an increased risk for severe outcomes if they become infected, which is also true for seasonal influenza and pneumonia.
For those patients with respiratory ailments , — you should have a 30 days supply of your medications on hand
Strengthen your lungs. I use a Sickly tea with Lungwort and Nettles which is effective. Call Botanical Bounty at 646 741 3710 for your tea today Get it while supplies ( or herbs) last. I use MSM, immune boosting mushrooms and glutathione ( liposomal) for lung conditions
Until tomorrow…
MARCH 24, 2020 COVID 19
Covid-19: What symptoms can you expect? We’re starting to get a better understanding of COVID-19’s clinical course. * Incubation (time from exposure to first symptoms) is averaging five to six days. However, it can take as long as two weeks. * Initial symptoms typically include sore throat, aches, headache, fatigue, and abdominal cramping, diarrhea, and nausea. * Symptoms may progress into a dry cough, loss of appetite, and a fever of up to 103 degrees. Severe, drenching night sweats are also typical among my patients. The aforementioned symptoms are common. However, many Covid-19 sufferers may have no symptoms, other symptoms, or even worse symptoms. These include: * Wet cough
* Joint or muscle pain
* Nasal congestion
�ASSESSING YOUR SYMPTOMS
The time for concern is when feel short of breath. You may have seen well-meaning suggestions online that holding your breath for 10 seconds is a reliable test for shortness of breath; this is wrong. If you feel hungry for air with minimal or no exertion, call 911 for immediate attention. If you’re unsure, call your doctor to discuss your condition. If you can’t reach your doctor for any reason, seek immediate evaluation at an urgent care facility or an emergency room. Some patients with COVID-19 experience improvement for a day or two, then have a recurrence of their fever or sweats. This isn’t necessarily a turn for the worse. Continue to hydrate and rest until you’re well for 72 hours (meaning no fever without fever-reducing meds). COVID-19 patients with moderate symptoms (fever, cough, sweats) should recover in about two weeks. But for those with more severe symptoms who are hospitalized, recovery may take four to six weeks
Stay healthy - look at previous blogs on supplements to boost your immune system
Keep well
Until tomorrow…
MARCH 27, 2020 CORONA AND HEART DISEASE
As a cardiologist I have an older patient population. These individuals are at risk for COVID- 19. Unfortunately it is with a heavy heart that I have lost some patients. I am urging patients to keep their immune system strong with food, exercise and supplements
Patients with cardiovascular disease diagnosed with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) are urged to continue taking their (ACEi) and angiotensin receptor angiotensin and angiotension receptor blocking medications (ARB) as prescribed, according to a statement jointly published by the American Heart Association (AHA), the Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA), and the American College of Cardiology (ACC)
There were reports of benefits using these medications for COVID 19 Cardiovascular disease patients who are diagnosed with COVID-19 should be fully evaluated before adding or removing any treatments, and any changes to their treatment should be based on the latest scientific evidence and shared-decision making with their physician and healthcare team,” the press announcement stated. According to the joint statement, there have been no experimental or clinical data to support claims related to benefit or harm related to ACEi or ARB use in COVID-19 patients. The associations urged that modifications to ACEi or ARB treatment should only be made after a full evaluation of the individual patient is completed by a physician.
Please consult your health care practitioner before starting or stopping any medication during this pandemic
Until tomorrow…
MARCH 23, 2020 BUILD UP YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM
With this current pandemic YOU must protect your immune system by building up your immune system
Unfortunately, our immune system is often weakened, and for many reasons, ranging from a lack of vitamins, to the presence of environmental toxins (like heavy metals, for example), to taking such common drugs like the anti-inflammatory drugs sold in pharmacies to reduce aches and pains. Examples of ant inflammatory drugs are Motrin, Alleve and Naprosyn
Eat lots of green vegetables and 2 citrus fruits per day. These are foods which can boost your immune system
I have discussed taking certain supplements as Monolaurin, My Community by Host Defense, Zinc, Liposomal Vitamin C, Liposomal gluthathione and an armentarinm of anti viral herbs
Some of this herbs include Lemon Balm, Echinaceae, Goldenseal, Barberry, Oregon Grape, and Golden Thread. These last four herbs all contain berberine. You can talk Oregano , Ginger, Tumeric and Garlic
There are many other products by reputable companies on the market. Spend a little time while inside and search different companies. From the Beljanski Foundation I have found Real Build to be very effective
Until tomorrow…
MARCH 21 - 22, 2020 YOU ARE STUCK INSIDE
WE are all recommended to stay inside during this pandemic. I have no problem doing that
As theatres are closed, concerts postponed, restaurants closed , retail stores have closed or lessened hours and sporting events cancelled—what is there to do
Ten years ago I started this blog- It was called “Stitch Your Way to a healthy Heart “ Every Friday I wrote about a different hobby. I have tried most if not all of the hobbies I wrote about.
Here are some examples of things to do while oyu are inside either alone or with a loved one
Start a journal or blog. It could be about anything you want
Put together a jigsaw puzzle. I buy from white mountain puzzles on line
Watch an old classic movie or a Disney movie that you loved from your childhood
Meditate using 4-7-8 spontaneous breathing
Teach yourself a foreign language Downlaod Duolingo
Write a letter to a friend. Letter writing is therapeutic
Knit or crochet
Start a needlepoint or cross-stoitch project As you now this is my favorite hobby
Go through your camera roll on your phone and pick out your favorite photos
Make a gratitude list
Read a book that you longing to read
Read a book you read a long time ago
Sit in silence and pray