In addition to the usual recommendations of avoidance, handwashing and vaccination (Novovax preferred for our patients), we are recommending the following for optimal immune support.
1. First and foremost, take your VITAMIN D3 EVERY DAY, in addition to a daily multivitamin.
Tell everyone you know to dose Vitamin D3 based on body weight as below:
200-300 lbs= 6000 IU/day
100-200 lbs = 4000 IU/day
50-100 lbs= 2000 IU/day
25-50 lbs= 1000 IU/day
20-25 lbs= 800 IU/day
15-20 lbs= 600 IU/day
<15 lbs= 400 IU/day
2. Do NOT eat or drink within 2 hours of bed, especially during illness.
3. Do NOT take ibuprofen during illness. You may use acetaminophen (Tylenol), if needed.
These tips will fare very well when any virus hits and your immune system will be able to take care of the rest. Stay well!
Open Letter/ Call-to-action:
Vitamin D3 for the Public at Large
