13Jan 2021 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Old Antiviral, Supplements, & COVID-19

Old Antiviral, Supplements, & COVID-19

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Old Antiviral, Supplements, & COVID-19. Does a Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approve old antiviral have sound evidence to support its use for COVID-19? Besides vaccines, what could be best to prevent COVID-19 severe symptoms? Unfortunately, the answer is unknown. However, supplements are promising and there is an old antiviral drug that is being investigated. The antiviral drug could potentially bring about a rapid decline in COVID-19 cases and deaths? This drug is called ivermectin, but more compelling research is needed before FDA could safely recommend this medication. Update 01/15/2021: Dr. Kory's pre-print meta-analysis study has been recently peer-reviewed and will be published in a medical journal soon. The study examined 16 randomized control trials including five that were double-blinded and over 2500 patients randomized. Go to https://covid19criticalcare.com/ for more information.…
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08Jan 2021 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Does Green Tea Help Zinc Absorption?

Does Green Tea Help Zinc Absorption?

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Does Green Tea Help Zinc Absorption? Zinc is one of the most important nutrients you need to fight off the COVID-19 virus. It improves your immune system, helps protein metabolism, nerve function, among other functions. Dr. Robert Guerri-Fernandez in Barcelona conducted an observational study that indicated that zinc deficiency is associated with poorer covid-19 outcomes. He said that zinc deficiency is associated with high levels of inflammation. You may have a zinc deficiency if you are losing hair, have unexplained weight loss, or poor appetite. Sores that are slow to heal, a decrease in your sense of smell or taste, or brain fog, are also symptoms. Sources of Zinc Many foods are rich in zinc. Seafood (oysters), nuts, cheese, and meats are all rich in zinc. Zinc from meats is…
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30Dec 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Pfizer & Oxford Vaccine: What do we Know?

Pfizer & Oxford Vaccine: What do we Know?

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The Oxford/Astrazeneca vaccine was released today in the United Kingdom. The first dose of the Oxford/Astrazeneca will provide approximately 70%-90% protection within three weeks. The second dose will still be needed to extend the protection of the vaccine for the best efficacy. The Pfizer vaccine's first dose has been estimated to provide about 52% protection and about 72% with the second dose. The Pfizer vaccine will cost between $5-$30 and likely be free to most Americans. The price of the Oxford/Astrazeneca vaccine will likely be approximately $3 a vaccine. According to Matt Hancock, health secretary, Oxford/Astrazeneca vaccinations will start on January 4th, 2021 in the United Kingdom. This vaccine will be easier to distribute because it can be kept at normal temperature. Approximately 2 million people will need to be…
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23Dec 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Confirmed New Strains of COVID-19

Confirmed New Strains of COVID-19

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There are confirmed new strains of COVID-19. Over 80 million people will travel during the Christmas holiday season. You need to be aware that that there are new stands of COVID-19 on the rise in the UK and South Africa. According to one of the scientist that helped to identify the mutation, Tulio De Oliveira, director of Kwazulu- Natal Research Innovation & Sequencing Platform, the two COVID mutations are very different. The spread of the UK strand in London is approximately 60% of the cases. The new strand is called the UK strand. The UK strand is more contagious than the regular COVID-19 virus. Having said that, it has been calculated that the UK strand is 70 % more contagious than the regular covid-19. The UK and South Africa strands…
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16Dec 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
COVID-19 Vaccine: What Are Some of the Common Concerns?

COVID-19 Vaccine: What Are Some of the Common Concerns?

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COVID-19 Vaccine: What Are Some of the Common Concerns As you probably know, the average number of cases of COVID-19 to date in the United States is 200,000. According to the COVID-19 experts, we are beginning to see the surge from Thanksgiving in the United States. I'm not trying to scare you but it is being predicted that there will be about 500,000 deaths from COVID-19 by Spring 2021. The good news is that the COVID-19 vaccine has rolled out this past Monday. However, the bad news is that there are some limitations to the vaccine. COVID-19 Vaccine 101 If you are one of the lucky ones, you are eligible for the vaccine upon the first rollout. The FDA has given the go for the Pfizer vaccine which requires two…
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11Dec 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
How to Make an Italian Sausage Recipe With or Without the Gluten-Free Spaghetti

How to Make an Italian Sausage Recipe With or Without the Gluten-Free Spaghetti

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https://youtu.be/FvScWkIA5Tc How to Make an Italian Sausage Recipe With or Without the Gluten-Free Spaghetti I will tell you how to make an Italian sausage recipe with broccoli & fresh basil with or without the gluten-free spaghetti. This is a delicious recipe that includes cumin, and I added nutritional yeast for its many health benefits. At the end of the video, I will show how to serve another dish using these ingredients without the pasta. Can't wait to hear what you think about this recipe. #italiansausage #italiansausagerecipewithspaghetti #italiansausageglutenfreespaghetti INGREDIENTS: 1 bottle of organic marinara sauce (or nonorganic) Himalayan salt to taste* Cayenne pepper to taste Slice 2 links of Italian sausage without antibiotics, and nitrates. 1 cup of chopped broccoli 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 2 pieces basil Boil water with pink…
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05Dec 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Hypertension and COVID: What Can Reduce Your Risk?

Hypertension and COVID: What Can Reduce Your Risk?

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What can you do to reduce your risk for COVID when you have hypertension. According to the Institute of Health, COVID-19 is the leading cause of death in the United States surpassing heart disease and cancer, and stroke. People who are hypertension do not have a higher risk, but if your blood pressure is uncontrolled you may be at a higher risk of COVID severity. The American Heart Association has defined hypertension as a blood pressure of 130/80 mm Hg or more. Approximately 29% of Americans have been diagnosed with hypertension and it is commonly found in the elderly. More research is needed, but studies from New York, Italy, and China may suggest that people with hypertension are at higher risk of COVID-19. It has been suggested that the Ace2…
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02Nov 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Important Vitamin Supplements for High Blood Pressure

Important Vitamin Supplements for High Blood Pressure

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There are important vitamin supplements that are needed to help prevent high blood pressure. One of the most important vitamin supplements that you would need is vitamin D 2 or D 3. Low vitamin D is associated with high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, and depression. The best way to know if you are deficient in vitamin D is to get your blood tested at home or in your doctor's office. See below for the levels of blood vitamin d: Deficiency is less than 20 ng/ml (50 nmol/l) Insufficiency is 21-29 ng/ml (52-72 nmol/l) Sufficiency is 30 ng/ml or more (73 nmol/l) This is not medical advice and everyone is different, but you should get your vitamin D level checked. Your level should be between 30-100 ng/ml (75-250 nmol/l)…
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16Oct 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
5 Ways to Know If You Have Target Organ Damage From Hypertension?

5 Ways to Know If You Have Target Organ Damage From Hypertension?

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What are five ways to know if you have target organ damage from hypertension? Here are five things that would alert you to get your organs checked: 1). Problem with your eyes: blurred vision, etc 2). Change in memory, or neurological deficits 3). Changes in cognition 4). Palpitations or shortness of breath, or 2-5 pound weight gain in one day. Call your doctor for an appointment to check your heart. Monitor your heart rhythm using this at home EKG monitor that is FDA approved and easy to use. Click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDnvcIrKjUo 5). Protein or blood in your urine could mean some kidney dysfunction. Call your doctor to get a creatine level to test your kidneys. Use these FDA approved urine strips here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JravabiVnj8
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10Oct 2020 by Tonya Breaux-Shropshire
Should You Go To Your Doctor at This Point During COVID-19?

Should You Go To Your Doctor at This Point During COVID-19?

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Should you go to the doctor at this point during COVID-19 for hypertension treatment and refills? As of September 12, 2020, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommends limiting in-person medical visits. The CDC recommends for you to talk to your doctor online, by phone, or e-mail, and use telemedicine. Further, the CDC recommends for you to discuss rescheduling non-urgent procedures if possible. What is the status of COVID-19 in the United States at This Point? The exact number of infected persons and deaths from the virus are speculative at best. It is really difficult to track COVID-19 at this point, but some great thinkers are coming up with solutions. There are several apps that can provide us with an idea of where the hot spots are in real-time. A…
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