Influenza and the Cytokine Storm

[Seashore]

Originally Posted by no caste

It makes me wonder if the whole path of 'bolstering' one's immunity is a good strategy for people right now...I'm not sure, but I'm going with green tea supps, tumeric...

Regarding green tea and turmeric:

Both these substances are listed as "antioxidants" which fight off the aging effects of "free radicals" and enhance immune function on the information associated with a supplement I take (Jigsaw Complete).

This is what is confusing me. I've seen turmeric recommended in a separate article I read as an anti-inflammatory remedy for the cytokine storm, which agrees with what you're saying, yet I also see it recommended as an immune function booster.

This seems contradictory.

Does anyone have a resolution to this?

[no caste]

Originally Posted by Seashore

I've seen turmeric recommended in a separate article I read as an anti-inflammatory remedy for the cytokine storm, which agrees with what you're saying, yet I also see it recommended as an immune function booster.

This seems contradictory.

Does anyone have a resolution to this?

In Ayurvedic medicine, its ability is to modulate the immune system. That's how I read it. If I get really sick, I'll let you know. I see it more as a fulcrum than an upgrade or downgrade.

[burgundia]

I read somewhere that boosting your immune system during an illness is not a good thing. Once you get sick, let the illness run its course.

[waitinginthewings]

Originally Posted by burgundia

I read somewhere that boosting your immune system during an illness is not a good thing. Once you get sick, let the illness run its course.

Yes, that's what I've heard from some of the Dr's who are speaking out. I think the reason is the virus attacks a overly healthy immune system. The one's that are dying are the young and healthy who have strong immune systems. So what this is all saying is , its not good at the moment to have a healthy immune system.

I would definitely recommend using colloidal, oregano oil, the onion remedy, possibly infra-red sauna (if possible) during the illness & lots of pure water to flush the system.