12d. Immune Health - COVID-19 Flashcards
What is cytokine storm syndrome?
Excess of pro-inflammatory cytokines which can cause lung tissue damage, respiratory distress, pneumonia
What was the virus responsible for COVID-19?
SARS-CoV-2
What is the receptor that enables viral entry of COVID?
Angiotensin converting enzyme 2
(ACE-2)
What are the risk factors for more severe COVID-19?
Obesity
DM
CVD
NAFLD
Nutritional deficiencies
Dysbiosis
What are the nutrient deficiencies that are risk factors for more severe COVID-19?
D
C
B6
Se
Zn
DHA/EPA
Depletion of which bacteria has been shown in COVID patients?
Bifidobacterium
Faecalbacterium
Eubacterium rectale
Naturopathic approach to COVID
Naturopathic diet with focus on plant protein
Rest
Avoid suppressing symptoms
Reduce stress
Optimise sleep
Weight management
Support innate immunity - A, C, D, Zn, probiotics, beta glucans
Reduce inflammation
Microbiome support - restore diversity
What additional nutrients can be used to support COVID?
Quercetin
Resveratrol
Turmeric
Berberine
How can quercetin help with COVID?
Impairs spike protein binding to ACE-2
Inhibits viral replication
Dosage of quercetin to support COVID
500-1000mg/day
How can resveratrol help with COVID?
Inhibits virus in vitro
AO
Dosage of resveratrol to support COVID
200mg/day
How can turmeric help with COVID?
Cytoprotective
ACE-2 blocking
Reduces pulmonary and CV complications
Dosage of turmeric to support COVID
1.5g/day
How can berberine help with COVID?
Interferes with viral replication
Insulin sensitivity
Microbiome-balancing
