Immune Support Supplements

2 Sprays

twice per day

Additional notes

"Saline irrigation can help flush mucus, allergens, and can help clear viral particles from the nose. "

1 Vegetarian Capsule

bedtime

Additional notes

"1-6 mg nightly, causes drowsiness, taking 30-60 minutes before bed is ideal. It has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immunomodulating, and metabolic effects that are likely important in the mitigation of Covid-19, influenza, and RSV infections. It can also be helpful for sleep deficits during illness. "

1 Teaspoon

three times per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"contains many flavanols and vitamins. Has an antiviral effect that can reduce severity and symptoms when started at onset of illness. The antioxidants help support immune modulation. *Recommend to avoid during pregnancy due to insufficient data, use caution with active autoimmune disorders. "

1 Capsule

once per day

Take with food

Ongoing

Additional notes

"In acute stages, some suggest a larger initial dose, then daily standard dose supplements. Vitamin D deficiency is common and is associated with an increased risk of infection and worse outcomes from infection. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin; it is generally suggested to take with food for improved absorption. Monitoring labs is suggested if taking long-term to maintain levels in the optimal range (often considered 50-80 ng/ml). Vitamin D should be taken with food (fats) to absorb it. Excessive vitamin D dosing can cause toxicity. "

2.00 Capsules

twice per day

Take with water

Additional notes

"Anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-enhancing properties. The liposomal form can have improved absorption and able to reach higher concentration in your cells, while remaining more gentle on your stomach when you need intensive short-term support. On empty stomach with a glass of water for optimal absorption. "

1.00 Capsule

once per day

Take with food

Additional notes

"This is one of the few probiotics containing Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Saccharomyces boulardii. Together these can help reduce the incidence of antibiotic-associated diarrhea significantly. As well as help protect against opportunistic pathogens, like C. diff, protect gut lining, and preserves microbial diversity. It is suggested to take 1 capsule daily, at least 2 to 3 hours apart from any oral antibiotic dose, with meals, starting within the first 24 to 48 hours of starting antibiotic therapy, as early initiation significantly improves efficacy. It may be beneficial to continue through the entire course of antibiotics plus another 2 weeks to more completely support microbiome restoration."

1 Lozenge

twice per day

Take with food

Ongoing

Additional notes

"Long-term dosing over 30 mg needs consideration of copper status and may need a supplement with balanced zinc and copper (this dose is 15 mg). Take with food to avoid nausea. Lozenge form is helpful to bathe the mouth and throat in zinc, which is where respiratory viruses are starting and replicating. Don't chew, instead dissolve in mouth several times a day (up to 2-4 depending on healthcare provider instruction). Zinc inhibits viral replication, provides immune response modulation, starting early in the illness (24-48 hours of onset) can significantly reduce durations and severity of acute upper respiratory infections. "

3.7 Gram (g)s

once per day

Ongoing