Meeting the Coronavirus Face to Face
As we know, the number of new coronavirus cases continue to rise. My oldest son was recently tested after being exposed and fortunately came back negative. I was not nor am I concerned with the initial infection as much as I am with the long-term systemic effects. I suspect ‘it’ behaves in a similar way to Lyme; causing symptoms in the beginning and with the exception of those that lose their life during the initial outbreak, I believe the potential for neurological and autoimmune like conditions in the future are very real.
Why?
Coronaviruses, like COVID-19, enter the body through the ACE2 genetic receptor. You may or may not have heard of a blood pressure medication called an ACE inhibitor. As with all genetic receptors, they are designed to activate both anti-inflammatory and inflammatory reactions. The one that gets stimulated depends on the information coming into the body. The ACE2 receptor supports healthy lung tissue as much as it contributes to lung damage depending upon how and what it is expressing.. It’s also located in the brain. When the body is threatened in anyway, and that could be mental distress, physical danger, environmental toxins or some combination which includes viruses and bacteria, the body goes on high alert producing chemicals, also known as oxidative stress, in order to protect itself and survive.
As I’ve said in the past, this is not meant to be a 24 hour / 7 day a week experience; yet, it is for most of us. And depending on a person’s genes, the lungs are weakened. Other people develop severe digestive issues, like colitis, cancer and so on.
The fact that COVID-19 enters the body via the ACE2 receptor means it is an endocrine disruptor.
What is an endocrine disruptor? It is a chemical that acts like a hormone and influences chemical changes. Endocrine is another word for hormonal system. To disrupt the hormonal system is to interrupt or corrupt normal processes, making it an unhealthy chemical. However, this is not entirely true.
Endocrine disruptors have been identified by scientists as both made by man and nature. Many believe chemicals from plants are safe. Then how is it natural remedies make this list?
In the 15th century, a scientist by the name of Paracelsus is quoted as saying: there is poison in everything … the danger of a poison is in the dosage. He was eventually credited as the ‘father of toxicology’.
This is an important statement and one that clarifies the question how natural chemicals can be considered endocrine disruptors. They, like man made chemicals, mediate genetic expression, altering the chemistry and either promoting anti-inflammatory or inflammatory activities.
COVID-19 is a natural compound with the ability to alter our hormonal system. This, to me, makes it an endocrine disruptor. So, when we use essential oils, we not only benefit from their antimicrobial and antiseptic properties, we also experience their ability to stabilize the hormonal system and prevent serious long-term effects.
But, I’m getting ahead of myself.
The point here is the impact to the hormonal system unless we do all that we can to build resilience and assist the body with protecting itself.
COVID-19 is adapting. For those of you that haven’t had a chance to read previous posts … viruses are living organisms and part of nature. Nature is designed to adapt as I’ve been pointing out when I bring up the body producing both inflammatory and anti-inflammatory chemicals. When the pressure is on and the body is sensing potential harm, the DNA signals a need for alternate chemistry according to the needs of the organism. This occurs throughout nature and is called survival. The virus is doing exactly that.
Between 2002 and 2003, we went through the SARS pandemic. SARS is a type of coronavirus. Some say it disappeared. No, it didn’t. It simply subsided and adapted into what we have today. Yet, our fear has prompted the extensive use of hand sanitizers, among other disinfectants. All designed to ‘kill’ viruses and bacteria. Even our Lysol cans say it kills the coronavirus right on the packaging. I believe our cultural reactions are stimulating a stress reaction within the virus; thereby, triggering adaptations so that the organism can survive.
I’ve been saying ever since this started; fear is more contagious. While it’s wise to be aware and prepared, there’s something to be said with being levelheaded and considering our options. This is why I’ve talked extensively about essential oils in relation to this virus. Now, you may be wondering … if COVID-19 is adapting, how are the oils I recommended 2 months ago still an option today?
Although they have antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral and antibiotic properties, they do not kill the virus. per se.. They contain constituents that can regulate DNA activity. Keep in mind, DNA is DNA whether it’s in a human body or a virus. Essential oils do not judge or know the difference. Their chemistry is a mechanism for improving natural function and easing inflammatory reactions.
So, in many respects, the over consumption of commercial disinfectants and sanitizers is contributing to the adaptations we’re observing with this virus.
Another factor, I believe is the heat and humidity. Although viruses do not survive in sunlight, warmth and moisture is conducive to growth for most life forms, in many mediums. Heat is a stress factor and facilitates change. While we catch colds and the flu during the cooler months, these viruses thrive inside the body where it’s warm and moist..
Nevertheless, the biggest issue appears to be stress. Some people try to compare this pandemic with the one of 1918. We can’t. It’s like comparing apples and oranges. Both fruits, and nothing but different. 1918 was an influenza virus. This is a coronavirus. What’s more, there is an indescribable amount of emotional distress going on throughout our country and around the world … political, racial, emotional, financial, etc.
In many respects, this is traumatic; yet, the more we react rather than respond, we perpetuate the stress mechanism within us. Therefore, bringing attention to our choices and the things we have control over is crucial from this point forward.
1) Don’t forget to exhale slowly and deeply as often as we remind ourselves to do it. Deliberate, soothing breaths signal ease to the mind and body. Hang a ‘note to self’ around the house and office.
2) Check our thoughts and choose what it is we want to think about as well as how we want to feel when we have those thoughts. Sometimes, not thinking is the best thing we can do as it gives the brain a chance to rest which is interpreted as being ‘at ease’ by the rest of the body
Of course, this isn’t 100% of the time; however, the more we practice these actions, the more we crave them. Not to mention, we’ll actually discover how much we get done with better accuracy.
An additional benefit is an improved immune response, better digestion and a more stable hormonal system which significantly reduces our chance of catching COVID-19, a cold or flue … OR if we’ve already had it, then these two simple steps offer better protection for our future health.
Remember, although we do not have control over how life goes or the people in our lives, we can control our breathing and thinking. No other animal has the ability to do this!
Additional steps to begin now:
1) Focus on digestion as mentioned in other posts and videos. Be sure to contact me with any questions and whatever you do, avoid as much as possible all probiotics and fermented foods.
2) Incorporate essential oils into your daily lifestyle such as in a hand sanitizer, a tonic for your face or taking a bath with them. While diffusers are nice, I don’t feel they strong enough to fully affect the body. A recommended blend that is safe for most people is … patchouli, galbanum, douglas fir. I say more about essential oil considerations in my video called, ‘Why I Say Essential Oils are Endocrine Disruptors’
3) Be sure to rest and drink plenty of fluids including fresh ginger root tea, lemon water with cinnamon and honey as well as nettle tea
4) Use magnesium oil everyday which is easily absorbed into the body and does not interfere with any medications as magnesium supplements frequently do.
5) Take a quercetin supplement which supports both digestion and immunity.
6) Take or eat garlic every day. Garlic is a blood purifier and thinner as well as contains a nutrient that feeds the bacteria in the bowels, promoting better gut flora activity.
7) Take a hesperidin supplement. Both quercetin and hesperidin are found in citrus fruits, so eating an orange every day is a good idea; however, I recommend the supplement for several reasons:
a) Concentrated doses assist the body with overcoming some of the degeneration that is occurring due to the toxic environment
b) It’s good for vein and heart health, including varicose veins.
c) It supports beneficial HDL cholesterol, especially when combined with specific essential oils. That said, if you already take cholesterol medications, please do not stop taking it without consulting with your physician. There are ways to improve cholesterol naturally, slowly reducing the number of meds needed, but do not make the switch without professional assistance.
d) It does all of this because it too binds to the ACE2 receptor, influencing hormonal activity; although, in a manner opposite to that of COVID-19 which means getting it as a supplement provides more protection from the virus than simply eating a piece of fruit.
e) Hesperidin comes in capsule or powder form. I prefer the powder because there are no added ingredients and it can be mixed in a glass of juice or added to a smoothie.
8) Take a Chinese herbal supplement called scutellaria baicalensis. This herb has many benefits from cancer to autoimmune issues; yet, it contains a chemical called baicalin which also binds to the ACE2 receptor. Again, explaining the full scope of benefits it offers.
As for essential oil recommendations, please take a look at previous posts or contact me directly so that we may discuss specific suggestions best suited for you in the way of preventing or managing your condition should you develop a COVID-19 infection.
While many people overcome the illness, others do not. As with any health issue, please take this virus seriously. It is not a cold or flu. It’s a respiratory illness that infiltrates the hormonal system, and depending upon your current health condition, it could be potentially dangerous.
Pre-existing conditions of concern:
1) Cancer
2) Prior heart attack plus current heart issues
3) Asthma, COPD, chronic respiratory issues
4) Smoker
5) Overweight
6) High blood pressure
7) Family history of heart and lung problems, including the need to take blood thinners
This is indeed a serious health issue both when we become infected and in the future.
In addition to the suggestions I’ve already made, I want to emphasize and or repeat the following things to do every day:
1) Eat or take a garlic supplement
2) Use ginger root in your meals or drink it as a tea
3) Add cinnamon to your coffee and ginger root tea
4) Eat citrus fruits and red and dark berries
5) Use beet root powder. Beets are great for digestion, and beet root powder gives you more in a smaller ‘dose’ and is great for cardiovascular health. I like one that has acai berry and pomegranate added to it with no sugar … yum!
6) Avoid everything thing with menthol in it. From essential oils to commercial chest rub and throat lozenges
7) Take gingko biloba as a natural way to thin blood without harmful side effects (don’t take this if you already take blood thinners)
8) Stay hydrated. I recommend lemon water as well as adding electrolytes, also known as trace minerals to your water
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