Newsletter April 2020: What We’ve Learned from the Pandemic

The most common question we are being asked is “what do you think of the coronavirus?” This is a complicated answer and it appears that what we wrote in the last newsletter some six weeks ago is still today’s reality. Here’s what we said, “There is no doubt that the coronavirus is a deadly virus – it is highly contagious, people are dying, and governments are trying to figure out how to contain it.”

In this newsletter we will look at what some of the experts are saying and what they are doing to protect themselves and their families. The experts all agree that their nutritional and supplement support protocols for the immune system should be maintained at least through the summer and likely continued in some reduced form after that for ongoing protection against the next unnamed virus. Our March 2020 Newsletter featured the immune system and you can review it by clicking here: https://brwellness.com/newsletter-march-2020-what-weve-learned-from-the-coronavirus/

While supporting the immune system is Job #1 right behind it is Job #2 – reducing inflammation. In the March Newsletter we encouraged the SHAPE ReClaimed program as the best way we know to rapidly reduce inflammation through diet and lifestyle. Yes, it is an even greater challenge now with many of us homebound and only steps away from the refrigerator, but still extremely important to be considered.

If you are not ready for the full program we encourage you to decrease your consumption of white sugar (it reduces immune system functioning for up to five hours after consumption) and other inflammatory foods such as white flour products, processed and refined grains and cereals, and refined oils (margarine, vegetable oil, soybean oil, corn oil, cottonseed oil, canola oil). Also, consider taking the SHAPE homeopathic drops which are immune system boosting, anti-inflammatory, and can help suppress hunger.

The third component is stress. All our stress levels have dramatically increased – fear of the virus, the uncertainty of the future (when will it be “normal” again?), being homebound, etc. And as you might guess increased stress places more burden on the immune system. We encourage you to explore ways to reduce stress including light exercise, deep breathing, meditation, and doing things you enjoy – going for a walk, listening to music, playing music, etc.

Immune System Support Experts – What They Say and What They Are Doing to Protect Themselves and Their Families

Late last week as we were settling down into our new “pandemic lifestyle” we had the opportunity to participate in some calls, texts, and webinars with many of the people we consider to be experts in nutrition and our personal mentors. These include Dr. Davis Brockenshire, Dr. Robert Cass, Ann Louise Gittleman, Dr. Michael Gaeta, and the leaders at Biotics and Designs for Health. 

Their messages regarding the key nutrients and supplements to optimize and support the immune system are very similar. The specifics differ by the products the various companies provide (Designs for Health, MediHerb, Physica Energetics, Standard Process, and UniKey.) We have passed along the Ann Louis Gittleman/UniKey and the Designs for Health protocols in previous communications. In this article we will review the consensus among the experts and pass along the specifics of the Brockenshire/Cass/Physica protocol.

To read the consensus and more specifics from Drs. Brockenshire and Cass click here: https://brwellness.com/coronavirus-experts-what-they-say-and-what-they-are-doing-to-protect-themselves-and-their-families/

Meet Dr. Robert Cass, Master Formulator for Physica Energetics: His Recommendations for Immune System Support

Dr. Robert Cass is the Master Formulator for Physica Energetics. With his vast knowledge and nearly 50 years of experience in natural health we are proud to consider him a mentor.  You can read his bio here: https://www.ihtbio.com/medical-advisory-board/

 

Here is what the master formulator is doing for himself and his family:

For adults: Start with 1-2 scoops of Camu Camu Vitamin C in water. Add to it 3 droppers of Olive Leaf Intrinsic, 3 droppers of Sambucus Intrinsic, 3 droppers of Myrrh Intrinsic, and 15 drops of Flu Milieu. Stir it up and drink. In addition, do 20 sprays of Solray-D and 3 capsules of Spleen LF. This is done twice per day. Also, do one full dropper of Sambucus before bed. (Please note: Dr. Brockenshire suggests 10 sprays of Solray-D per day. Personally we think 10 sprays is sufficient unless you are in the high risk category.)

For kids: 1-2 droppers per day of Echina Intrinsic and 1 dropper of Mycelia Intrinsic in pear or grape juice.

Have Some Extra Time? Take the Opportunity to Read These Books

Actually, whether you have the extra time or not, now is a great time to read any of these two books that we highly recommend.

Andre Camelli’s Cracking the Code: Unlock Your Genetic Potential – Sale Price $18, Regular Price $20

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Book Two– Learn how to best protect your home and loved ones from the dangers of EMF and the now emerging 5G technology. Nicolas Pineault (The EMF Guy) puts in simple terms what EMFs are, where they are, and what you can do about them to minimize your exposure.  The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs: How to Fix Our Stupid Use of Technology is your personal guide.

From amazon.com:

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You will learn:

• What your smartphone, your wifi router and your microwave oven have in common (page 9)
• Why policy makers and scientists all worldwide don't agree about whether EMFs are dangerous or not (page 21)
• Is Electro-Hypersensitivity as popularized in the TV show "Better Call Saul" real? Or is it all psychological? (page 62)
• Why carrying a cell phone in your pocket can harm your fertility (201 studies prove it) (page 72)
• The 1-click fix to reduce cellphone EMFs by 84% (page 142)
• What is safer? Speakerphone, earbuds or a Bluetooth ear piece? (page 155)
• The #1 worst source of EMF radiation at home (page 160)
• Why baby monitors are worse than smartphones, and better alternatives (page 208)

More and more scientific evidence shows that cellphone radiation might be the new smoking. So why take chances?

Instead, read The Non-Tinfoil Guide to EMFs -- the technological seat belt you might just need to use your new gadgets safely.

Immune System Support Experts – What They Say and What They Are Doing to Protect Themselves and Their Families

Late last week as we were settling down into our new “pandemic lifestyle” we had the opportunity to participate in some calls, texts, and webinars with many of the people we consider to be experts in nutrition and our personal mentors. These include Dr. Davis Brockenshire, Dr. Robert Cass, Ann Louise Gittleman, Dr. Michael Gaeta, and the leaders at Biotics and Designs for Health. 

Their messages regarding the key nutrients and supplements to optimize and support the immune system are very similar. The specifics differ by the products the various companies provide (Designs for Health, MediHerb, Physica Energetics, Standard Process, and UniKey.) We have passed along the Ann Louis Gittleman/UniKey and the Designs for Health protocols in previous communications. In this article we will review the consensus among the experts and pass along the specifics of the Brockenshire/Cass/Physica protocol.

First, the consensus.

Everyone agrees it is important to support the immune system. The March newsletter (click here: https://brwellness.com/newsletter-march-2020-what-weve-learned-from-the-coronavirus/) provides information and links to articles regarding immune system support. The experts believe the need for additional immune system support through supplementation will extend at least through the summer.

It has been found that Vitamin D can protect cells from viruses. There is an enzyme called ACE 2 (Angiotensin converting enzyme 2) that attaches to the outer surface of cells in the lungs, arteries, heart, kidney, and intestines. Apparently, ACE2 serves as the entry point into cells for some viruses. Vitamin D blocks or fills the receptor sites of the ACE2 so a virus can not get into the cell.

The coronavirus attacks the respiratory system – particularly the lungs. If you still smoke, this gives you another reason to stop. Smoking damages the epithelial cells of the lungs, making them more vulnerable to the virus. The condition of the epithelial cells in the young is much better than that of the elder population. This is one of the reasons the coronavirus is not affecting this part of the population.

A second reason is the difference in the amount of melatonin produced by the young and the old. There is a strong link between those who have contracted the coronavirus with multiple pre-existing inflammatory conditions (heart disease, diabetes, etc.). Melatonin helps to regulate NLRP3 inflammasomes which are involved with immune system activation. Melatonin reduces inflammation and is protective for the heart and brain. And for those of you concerned about the coming 5G deployment – melatonin is reduced by 5G.

And, a third reason for the difference between the young and the old is the thymus gland. This gland is at the center of our immune system and is significantly more active in children than older adults.

Vitamin C, Selenium, Zinc, and the herbs Andrographis and Echinacea also appear on everyone’s lists as key supplements to support the immune system. Andrographis has anti-furin properties. Furin is a substance that will worsen the virus. There have been some reports that the herbs produce what is called a cytokine storm which can worsen the condition of someone with a virus. This is not the case and these herbs have been found to be safe.

Now, more specifics from Drs. Brockenshire and Cass.

Here are some highlights from a webinar delivered by Drs. Brockenshire and Cass:

·        Do all you can to reduce stress. Vitamin B Complex from Physica is recommended. If there is deeper emotional distress and hormonal imbalances there are other supplements to consider. Buffered Magnesium with Taurine can also help with stress.

·        Sleep is very important. While we sleep our body regenerates damaged cells and supports the immune system. (The one benefit of all this craziness is that we have been getting a bit more sleep than prior – not rushing off to the office in the morning!)

·        Now is not a good time for a cleanse. It is more important to rest the body than stress it with a cleanse.

·        Reduce brain inflammation with Turmeric, ASURA, and Ginkgo.

·        There are several botanicals for prevention and recovery in the Physica and MediHerb lines he recommends. Here, the focus is on Thymus and Spleen support.

·        Be aware there is still lots of Flu A and B out in the public.

Here is Dr. Cass’s immune system protocol:

For adults: Start with 1-2 scoops of Camu Camu Vitamin C in water. Add to it 3 droppers of Olive Leaf Intrinsic, 3 droppers of Sambucus Intrinsic, 3 droppers of Myrrh Intrinsic, and 15 drops of Flu Milieu. Stir it up and drink. In addition, do 20 sprays of Solray-D and 3 capsules of Spleen LF. This is done twice per day. Also, do one full dropper of Sambucus before bed. (Please note: Dr. Brockenshire suggests 10 sprays of Solray-D per day. We think 10 sprays is sufficient unless you are in the high risk category)

For kids: 1-2 droppers per day of Echina Intrinsic and 1 dropper of Mycelia Intrinsic in pear or grape juice.

If you have any questions please let us know.

Newsletter March 2020: What We've Learned from the Coronavirus

We are writing this newsletter in mid-February before we leave for our vacation. It will magically arrive while we are in Argentina – one of the true benefits of modern technology! We are not sure what will transpire while we are away, but what we are writing now concerning what we have learned from the coronavirus should be true regardless.

There is no doubt that the coronavirus is a deadly virus – it is highly contagious, people are dying, and governments are trying to figure out how to contain it. This is a scenario we have seen before – the swine flu, SARS, Ebola, etc. Being in the natural health world we receive urgent information and commentaries from a variety of “natural health experts.” On the extreme side is the “Health Ranger” Mike Adams (https://naturalnews.com/ and https://www.healthrangerstore.com/), not as extreme there is Dr. Joseph Mercola (https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2020/02/04/novel-coronavirus.aspx), and there is the official government position of the  CDC (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html). 

All these sites share a variety of information leaving us to sort out what is “true” and what is “fake news” – this we would characterize as not a benefit of modern technology! As always, we encourage you to gather information from all sides of the spectrum and then make an informed conclusion. We have made ours and here it is. Well, actually it is found below!

While the best way to stay healthy is to support your immune system, one of the best ways to be healthy is to not be overweight. We have encouraged all our clients who would like to reduce their inflammation and toxicity, whether they would like to lose a few pounds or more, to consider the SHAPE ReClaimed program. You can review the health risks of being overweight and the benefits of the SHAPE program below.

And last, but not least, our good friend Ann Louise Gittleman’s excellent latest book, Radical Metabolism, is now available in paperback. For more details read below.

The Best Way to Stay Healthy is to Support Your Immune System

As we said above, whatever you believe is the cause of these new viruses, they do exist with deadly potential. So, the question we must ask is what can we/you do about it? What is in our control and what is not? The good news is that the answer is quite simple, and all the experts agree – support your immune system. The stronger your immune system, the greater likelihood you can resist and battle these and all other invaders!

We have written about the immune system in the past. For a basic overview of the immune system click here: https://brwellness.com/the-immune-system-basic-overview/. 

Back in 2014 we looked at the importance of Calcium, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and essential fatty acids for immune system health. We recommended several Standard Process supplements and natural food sources as well to boost your immune system. You can review that article here: https://brwellness.com/supporting-your-immune-system-or-how-to-give-your-body-its-best-shot-against-unwanted-viruses-such-as-the-flu-e68-hpv-or-even-dare-i-say-ebola/.  

In the November 2017 newsletter we suggested how to prepare yourself for the cold and flu season. Here we spoke of Congaplex Chewable and Andrographis Complex from Standard Process and MediHerb. To review that click here: https://brwellness.com/november-2017-newsletter-immune-system-boosting-ideas-as-you-prepare-for-the-cold-and-flu-season/. 

And more recently we have asked the question, “Is everyone around you getting sick?” Here we expanded our recommended immune system support supplements to also include Herbal Throat Spray from MediHerb, Vitamin C Camu Camu from Physica Energetics, and Ginger Tussin, Silvercillin Spray, and Immunoberry from Designs for Health. You can read the full article here: https://brwellness.com/is-everyone-around-you-getting-sick/. 

The Best Way to Stay Healthy is to Be at a Normal Weight

As you recall from our previous articles being overweight is a major health issue. If you are overweight, you have a significantly greater risk factor for several health issues including: breathing, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, osteoarthritis, gallstones, Type 2 diabetes, gout, high blood pressure, heart disease, kidney disease, sleep apnea, pregnancy difficulties, and cancer. To review this article discussing the risks associated with being overweight click here: https://brwellness.com/your-weight-and-your-health/.

Our recommended solution to get your health back in line is SHAPE ReClaimed. This program is effective because it takes into consideration five factors that are not addresses by other programs. 

1.      Bioindividuality – the program is tailored specifically for you.

2.      Starvation – you feed your body to health.

3.      Nutrient Deficiencies – you eat real foods full of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.

4.      Food Sensitivities – the majority of foods you may have reactions to are eliminated so they do not prevent your cleansing process.

5.      Metabolic Imbalances – during the program we may detect underlying issues that have inhibited your cleansing process.

For more information on why SHAPE ReClaimed works and other programs fail click here: https://shapereclaimed.com/shape-reclaimed-patient-education/five-reasons-why-most-diets-fail/.

To read more about the SHAPE ReClaimed program click here: https://brwellness.com/shape-reclaimed/

Radical Metabolism Available Now as Paperback! If You’re Going to Read One Nutrition Book – Read This One

Back in October 2018 Ann Louise Gittleman released her latest nutrition classic, Radical Metabolism. The book is now available in paperback. The book is fantastic and what we wrote then, still stands. Here it is:

She's done it again! Ann Louise Gittleman’s latest book, Radical Metabolism: A Powerful New Plan to Blast Fat and Reignite Your Energy in Just 21 Days is a game changer. RADICAL METABOLISM

It is the type of book that you do not want to put down! Jacob Teitelbaum, MD's endorsement sums it all up, "A powerful 'Force of Nature' in the healing community. Ann Louise is used to being on the cutting edge. Want to see what the experts will be saying in twenty-five years? Simply see what she is saying NOW!"

If you have struggled with Keto and Paleo diets, or you have an autoimmune or thyroid problem, then THIS book is for you.

This groundbreaking program goes way beyond belly fat—it lays the foundation for a total health reboot. Ann Louise takes on the real factors driving autoimmunity, weight loss resistance, and mitochondrial dysfunction. She reveals the "new thyroid cure" - hidden connections between thyroid, gallbladder, and bile flow. No gallbladder? No problem, this book solves that too!

Radical Metabolism provides cutting edge information about why traditional detoxification and weight loss efforts often fail long-term—including Keto and Paleo.

If you feel like you have been in an endless, metabolism-crashing dieting loop, then you owe it to yourself to check out Ann Louise’s new book here. RADICAL METABOLISM

Now available in paperback at amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Metabolism-Powerful-Reignite-Energy/dp/0738234710/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1581020857&sr=1-1-e1d37225-97ae-4506-b802-4ca5ff43ebe6