Covid-19 Wars part 8 Attack on Covid.

In every battle there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten, then he who continues the attack wins.
Ulysses S. Grant

Muscles and brawn. Bodybuilders. Iron clacking. Blood, sweat and tears. Swear words and grunting. Conquer and defeat. Steroids. This is a bodybuilding battle plan against weakness. Likewise we are implementing a battle plan against illness and infection. Against coronavirus. Against defeat. Expected the unexpected. No steroids needed, we have better tools.

Strategies and game plans win battles. If it rattles their bones, then it batters their souls. This post will cover anything meant to target a virus. Call them virus killers. Use these only when infected. These weapons do not prevent infection, only resolve it. Remember that virus targeting missiles do not prevent wars. Phytochemicals are up first.

Knock him out the bod dude. — Virus targeting missiles can win the war.

Phytochemicals

Plants have compounds that fight off diseases and herbivores. They are not fortunate like animals. Animals can run away. Plants are stuck in the ground, going no where but up for years and years. As such, plants have defenses to protect them. You would too if you were buried with only your head sticking out. Luckily for us, we can take advantage of these defenses.

Grapefruit. Popular in weight loss or breakfast rings. How does it kill viruses? A compound contained in the pith called naringenin. This compound displays antiviral properties.[2] Grapefruit to the rescue!

Grapefruit is not alone. Other citrus fruits contain a phytochemical that may fight off viruses as well. This is called limonin. It too is located in the pith. Citrus having vitamin C and viral fighting component sounds too good to be true.[1]

There is one problem. Maybe two. First, the pith is bitter. The 2nd problem is chewing the pith is not effective. Phytochemicals are found exclusively in the fiber. This is true of all phytochemicals. Chewing cannot effectively breakdown the fiber unless you chew for hours. A cow will chew grass and regurgitate it for further chewing. Consider that a cow is specialized for this and even then they must chew more! What solution do we have?

The solution is blending. A more powerful blender is needed to do this. A
Vitamix is fine, but the best is a Blendtec. This gets you the most fiber busting capability bang for your buck. A grapefruit with no peel but half the pith goes in the blender. Blend until smooth. Drink.

Another item to consider is garlic pesto. The sulfur thiols in garlic help fight off microbes[3] while garlic itself increases zinc status. Recipe will be at the bottom. How about a sweeter deal than garlic? Manuka honey.[6][7][8] Not the garden variety you find at any store, I’m talking about those that use MGO score. Most use UMF and that can be misleading. Look for honey with an 83 or higher MGO score. For illness, consider at least 300 MGO score.

Lastly mastic gum needs to be studied closely. Moronic acid is the predominant phytochemical in mastic gum. It has shown efficacy against herpes and HIV. [4][5]Enough about plants, time for the major list.

One pill is ok. Two is better. A multitude of up to 5? Smells like victory. — *Coronavirus stands no chance when supplements are used in unison.*

Virus Targeted Missiles.

These are all weapons for the struggle against coronavirus. Any virus really, but right now coronavirus has gone viral! (terrible pun). All previous steps and options are the main event. These listed are the icing on the cake.

Natural antivirals. Only during illness

Transfer factor.

Affects specific immunity.[9][10]
Only take during viral infection.

Dose: 3-5 caps of 200 mgs 3 times daily with water away from food.

Boneset

Contains quercetin.
Stimulates white blood cells and phagocytes better than echinacea.
Can treat fever.

Preferred form: Tincture or tea, very bitter.

Dose: 20 -30 drops every few hours until symptoms subside. As a tea 25gs in 1 quart boiled for 10-15 mins and enjoy 1 cup 3-4 times a day.

Duration: Short term during acute illness 5-7 days only.

CAUTION: Tea may cause nausea. Do not use if you have liver disease present.

Echinacea

Less effective as a tea.
Useful for shortening cold, but does not prevent them. [11][12]
Increases phagocytosis.

Take manufacturers recommended dose.

Duration: Short term for infections. 3-5days.

CAUTION: Do not use if you have an auto immune disease.

Elderberry

Best for minor upper resp infections and flu.

DOSE: 3-5 grams per 1 cup. Boil in water 10-15 mins. 3 cups daily. As a tincture .5-1 teaspoon in water 3-4 times daily during illness.

Phyllanthus

Use the Indian variety over the south American one. South American one may cause gallbladder attacks in some people.
Effective as an antiviral.[13]
Liver protective.

Preferred form: powder extract.

Dose: 900mgs-2500mgs daily.

Duration: Short term during illness.

Sangre de Dragon

Potent antimicrobe.
Best for diarrhea.

Preferred form: Tincture or powdered extract.

Dose: 20-30 drops 3 times daily or powder .5 teaspoon in water 1-3 times daily.

St John’s Wort

CAUTION: If you become dizzy, sensitive to sunlight, prone to dry mouth or upset stomach stop taking.

Duration: short term up to a week.

Dose: 300 mgs 3 times daily.

Homeopathic

Supportive for during flu or colds, but not necessary. Not for preventing, but can aid in shortening illness. Use if desired. Information is here for completeness.

Echinacea compositum S

Dose: 1 vial 3 times daily.

Engystol N

Flu specific.

Take away from food.

Dose:1 tab by mouth 3 times daily, more may be taken if needed.

Gripp heel

Take alone or with other meds.

Dose:1 tab every 15 mins

Pascotox

Geared towards flu.

Dose: 4-6 tabs or 40 drops an hour

Oscillococcinum

Shows good potential when it comes to shortening the duration of colds.[14]

Dose:3 pellets orally 3 times daily away from food at first signs of symptoms.

NOTE: Recommended dilutions for all Homeopathic substances are 1X or 6X

Other Options.

Olive leaf extract

Stimulates immune system.
Look for 17-23 percent oleuropein.
Use for acute illness.

Take manufacturers recommended dose.

Monolaurin (lauricidin) [15]

Great for lipid coated viruses like coronavirus.
Lauric acid is found in breast milk and on the skin.
Monolaurin is produced normally in the body from lauric acid.

Dose:1800-3000mgs daily.

ALTERNATIVE: 1-4 tablespoons coconut oil a day. (15-60 grams fat)

Only for use during active infections, not prevention.

Herbs are powerful. They smile as well. — An herb removing an attached coronavirus from a cell.

Chinese herbs

If the previous supplements were icing on the cake, these are the sprinkles and toppings on top of the cake. They are not necessary to make a cake, but can complete it. These are recommended for use during illness only.

Andrographis

Good for throat and resp infections.
Use a formula

Dose: 2 caps or 10-20 drops 3-4 time daily 1-2 weeks

Bupleurum

Increases phagocytosis and safe for use during the flu
Use the formula listed below.

Baicalin

little known immune supporter.
Designed to combat upper respiratory infections. Sounds like coronavirus.

Coptis

Great for inflammation, swelling, and mucus drainage
Standardized 100 mgs works well

Dose: Take what is recommended.

Isatis

Resolves inflammation
Very potent anti-microbial

Consider this alternate formulation.

Licorice

Meant to enhance other herbs.
Glycyrrhizine is the main component.
Powerful antiviral but should be used under supervision especially long term.

CAUTION:Glycyrrhizine can increase swelling and raise blood pressure. Use short term as a tea. 2 weeks is enough.

Herbal formulas

Minor bupleurium decoction

Helps clears out pathogens
Helps clear stagnant phlegm from lungs.

Dose: 3-4 caps a day three times daily away from food

Duration: 5-10 days.

Qing tai tang

Look for a 5:1 concentration.

Following are mostly for treatment. Some have a prevention option. These are a bit harder to find.

Gan Mao tui re chan ji

mix in hot water

Dose: 1 package 3-4 times daily if ill. To prevent only 1-2 packages.

Yin qiao (chiao)san

stronger version of yin qiao
immune stimulating and antiviral.

Dose: 2-3 tabs daily three taimes daily.

Zhong gan ling

Mostly for flu like symptoms.

Dose: 4-6 tabs daily three times.

Some of these formulations are harder to find, but are effective. Rememeber less is more. Pick 2-3 supplements from this overall list to use when ill. Sooner is better than later. Do not buy and take all of these. In the next post there will be a most recommended supplement list. There will also be a condensed quick-start guide. A few more interesting tidbits that serve as food for thought. Will be included.