Platt Wellness Blog — COVID-19

Zinc is a known trace mineral that boosts our immune system and is particularly important to take daily to help build your immune system to protect against COVID-19.  In a recent article in Medical News Today, a review of evidence on zinc suggests the mineral could have protective effects against COVID-19 by boosting immune and curbing inflammation. Please note that although no specific food or supplement can prevent a person from contracting COVID-19, certain nutrients can help support the immune system’s function. Why is Zinc depleted in our bodies? Zinc is found in higher levels in our body than any...

One important thing to keep in mind is that when you’re anxious and under stress, the stress hormone cortisol builds up inside your body.

Both progesterone and Vitamin D regulate gene expression, and have a positive fundamental effect on cell differentiation and growth, with anti-oxidative and autoimmune anti-inflammatory mechanisms.

“Vitamin D will not prevent a patient from contracting the virus, but it may reduce complications and prevent death in those who are infected.”  Vadim Backman, biomedical engineer