I know that we are supposed to use zinc, vitamin C, D3, and quercetin, but has anyone got a suggestion as an alternative for NAC? I found out the hard way that my body does not like it, but want to keep up my immune system.
Also, I haven’t started quercetin but was wondering if there are any drug interactions (my doctor would have no idea)?
Thanks for your help!
The purpose for quercetin is to drive zinc into the cell. Zinc is the key to fighting any kind of virus but it is difficult for the cell to take up. Quercetin is called a zinc ionophore. Ivermectin and HCQ also work as zinc ionophores. The beauty of quercetin is that it can be purchased over the counter. Quercitin should not be taken by people taking blood thinners, certain chemo drugs, and quinolone antibiotics like Cipro and Levaquin. Caution should be used with drugs metabolized in the liver, such as certain HTN meds, Zantac, and Allegra. Quercetin may increase the absorption of these drugs and increase the risk of side effects. So check to make sure whether your drug is metabolized by liver pathways. It is not a direct contraindication, but should be used with caution.
NAC is a precursor for glutathione which is a master antioxidant. Like Vit D, it has been noted that people with increased levels of glutathione are less likely to get sick, and if they do, they recover and are not prone to severe illness. This is why children and athletes have a very low rate of contracting the Rona - they have very high glutathione levels. Glutathione levels decrease with age. Glutathione as a stand alone supplement has a low bioavailability. NAC is a precursor to glutathione and has its own antioxidant capabilities as well as being more bioavailable than glutathione alone. It also is a lung support and is DNA protective.
There are liposomal glutathione supplements available but there is no research beyond some rodent studies to show that it actually raises glutathione levels - so the jury is still out on these pricy supplements. Alpha Lipoic Acid can recycle other antioxidants like glutathione. ALA can help enhance the function of glutathione by helping to convert glutathione back and forth from its oxidized form to its reduced or non-oxidized form. 100 - 200 mg/day is enough to help with this function. Melatonin and Milk thistle are also helpful to raise glutathione levels as well as MSM. Exercise is a sure fired way to increase glutathione.
very good write up. I'd just add that the "R" form of Alpha Lipoic Acid is more active. R-ALA or R Fractions.
Thank you. Good addition.
Thank you for that information. I may have to wait off on the Quercetin then as I take Allegra daily.
And I'll try exercise and milk thistle.
Allegra is not a direct contraindication with quercetin, but it should be used with caution. Staggered dosages can help. Quercetin can intensify the effects of certain drugs metabolized in the liver but both can be adjusted. The quercetin is needed for the zinc. Without some type of zinc ionophore, zinc has a really hard time getting into the cell. Zinc is the key to fighting viral infections. The glutathione is a different issue and is more of a preventative antioxidant. Quercetin can also be helpful treating allergies. The less prescription drugs the better.
Selenium is supposed to be good for immune health, but I don't know much about it. Maybe a better versed pede could explain
yes, selenium is essential for immune system. deficiency promotes mutations, replication and virulence of RNA viruses and is associated with worse outcomes in Covid.
magnesium is another good one.
Can I ask what issues you had with NAC? I have family members looking into it for lupus and ms relief. But they haven’t started taking it yet.
Horrible upset stomach - was like food poisoning.
ugh. what brand? sometimes it's the brand or the form (tablet, capsule, etc).
Fwiw, I have taken 600mg of NAC for a year with no side effects. I was taking 1800mg for 6 months, with no side effects. This was prior to Covid.
Quercetin can interfere with drugs that are metabolized through the kidneys - mainly cyclosporin, warfarin (blood thinner) and antibiotics.
Most cholesterol in our body is actually made by our body. Try to modify your diet but don;t give up fats altogether, just switch to healthier fats. Statin drugs suck balls and should be avoided. Also, don't let the doctor focus just on total cholesterol, learn the difference between what a good balance of HDL (good cholesterol) and LDL (Bad cholesterol) and triglycerides is. Oatmeal is your friend - no margarine -switch to butter, better for you and tastes better too - use olive oil for low heat sautes instead of vegetable of canola - nuts and fruits to take the place of chips and junk snacks.
Good to know - I'll wait until my antibiotics are done to start it then.
https://www.drugs.com/interaction/list/?drug_list=
I always use this to check for interactions between any meds my family takes.
Thank you!
Elderberry syrup, tablets, gummies, or the fruit itself.
I use elderberry too. Gummies taste great but 'melt'. Ever try elderberry syrup on pancakes and french toast, on warm muffins?
I think Dr. Martenson on Peak Prosperity said elderberry was one of his primary go to’s for colds and flu, but not for Covid as it can cause a cytokine storm and get you really sick
Omg— if you get really sick sure— almost every one I know has had Covid- my son is a 45 yo type 1 diabetic and it was just like mild flu/bad cold
Well I had actual mumps, measles and rubella (German measles) got whooping cough (pertussis) in my 50’s cause vaccines don’t last very long when you’re exposed to live crap from Mexican nationals that never had vaccinations
I figure it will just be a bad cold/mild flu - but I'd rather be prepared in case.
study aajonus Vonderplanitz all supplements are a scam because they are heat or chemically derived despite being from natural sources the byproduct of that type of processing is non bio available at best but in reality just needlessly toxic. Vitamine E was sold by kodak because it was 90 %chemically similar to actual vitamin e (but was actually film development fluid) and most supplements today are produced in these ways all a hoax they spike ur adrenaline because they are toxic and some people feel this as a boost but most people find them to not work at all which they dont.
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flus are non contagious and healthy so people who take big pharma over the counter drugs to suppress natural detox is beyond retarded https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Odj1IwJA8Cs