Over a week ago, I posted an article about working remotely from home and prevention tips against the Coronavirus. Then, the global of infected were below 100,000 people worldwide and 4,000 deaths. Today, at,this moment there are 741,774 causes and 35,334 deaths, 156,602 recovered. Those numbers are changing by the second.
The data available is spectacular. I’ve been watching the figures change on the site�https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/. It lists detailed content with graphs, cases, demographics and by country. If you’re interested in knowing those details check it out. We do know that the illness is affecting more seniors 60 plus, men more than women and individuals that have pre-existing medical conditions targeting the lower respiratory system. Recovery rates are very positive.
Most of us are spending more time online or watching TV. There are many false claims and miracle cures circulating about how to kill the virus. Some are hilariously absurd and others sobering!
My recommendation is to follow expert advise from the World Health Organization (WHO), reputable medical sources such as Health Canada, John Hopkins University, qualified medical doctors and health professionals.
I have complied a cross-section of 7 myths with the true facts based on qualified sources and my knowledge as a certified nutritionist and wellness practitioner and common sense.
Watch my intro video about this article here.
#1 MYTH: Swallowing or gargling with bleach, taking acetic acid, or using essential oils, salt water, ethanol or other substances will kill the virus.
FACT: Swallowing or gargling with bleach can be harmful to your body. The active ingredient in bleach is a salt-based chemical compound called sodium hypochlorite, a relatively clear liquid when diluted with water has been used to kill fungi, bacteria and maybe viruses.
Sodium hypochlorite is also corrosive, meaning it can destroy human tissue, burn your mouth, oesophagus and make you feel uncomfortable. It is a poison and there are poison labels on most bleach products.
#2 MYTH: Using hand sanitizer and cleaning every surface will save you from the virus.
FACT: Hand sanitizer use, and cleaning surfaces does help. Yet, be mindful that the more anti-septic your world becomes the less resistance your body will be able to fight antibodies that protect you. Wash your hands more often with soap and water than hand-sanitizer liquid. They are loaded with chemicals that can block your immune system from protecting you.
#3 MYTH: Drinking Ascetic acid can kill the virus.
FACT: Ascetic Acid is a component of vinegar and used in the production of plastics. It will not cure the virus. I can see the correlation of using apple cider vinegar to increase stomach acid which is a good thing to support the absorption of nutrients and the digestive process.
#4 MYTH: Drinking water will increase your stomach acid therefore kill Coronavirus.
FACT: The original posts shared on social media implied that keeping our mouths and throats always moist by drinking water every 15 minutes, will help wash the virus down the oesophagus, so it that it can be killed by our stomach acid.
Increasing the pH of you stomach acid also known as hydrochloric acid helps with the natural cycle of digestion, absorbing nutrients and elimination. Stomach acid has a pH between 1 and 3 and at the proper level maximizes the function of the digestive system. Drinking water every 15 minutes is good for hydration which our body’s need to be healthy and flush out toxins but will not cure the Coronavirus. Stomach acid supports boosting your immune system that is critical to protecting your overall health. (Hopkins Medicine)
In a study done in Japan, people who gargled with water three times a day for over 60 days helped prevent respiratory infections. The study found that participants reported less respiratory symptoms than those who gargled with an antiseptic solution or who did neither. This was not a study based on Covid -19 and would not be effective now. (BBC Future, Maria Gorvett)
The other items of essential oils, salt water, ethanol will not kill the virus, but may help you feel better.
#5 MYTH: Vitamin C will cure or prevent a coronavirus infection, claimed in posts and videos on Facebook.
FACT: Vitamin C has been used as a preventative measure for boosting the immune system and reducing cold/flu symptoms. Vitamin C is a multifaceted vitamin that had numerous benefits as an anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-fungal and an antihistamine. Studies have shown that taken in high doses (plus IV doses), Vitamin C has served as a preventative measure against influenza, pneumonia and cancer. For colds, It is recommended to take 3 mg of vitamin C every 4 hours throughout the day for an extended period. (Orthomolecular Health)
#6 MYTH: A face mask will protect you from COVID-19.
FACT: Certain models of professional, tight-fitting respirators (such as the N95) can protect health care workers as they care for infected patients. For the general public without respiratory illness, wearing lightweight disposable surgical masks is not recommended. Many don’t fit tightly enough and may allow tiny infected droplets to get into the nose, mouth or eyes. Also, people with the virus on their hands who touch their face under a mask might become infected.
People with a respiratory illness can wear these masks to lessen their chance of infecting others. However, stocking up on masks makes fewer available for sick patients and health care workers who need them.
#7 MYTH: Warm weather will get rid of the coronavirus!
FACT: Many of us believe that warmer weather reduces the spread of seasonal flu or viruses. According to the WHO, the Coronavirus can be transmitted in all areas of the globe, including hot climates. As you can see on websites such as Worldometers.info, the virus has spread to all countries around the globe. It is not known whether coronavirus is a seasonal influenza losing its ability to infect cells as the temperature rises.
Bottom line none of these recommendations protects you from getting COVID-19, and some of these practices may be dangerous.
Take preventative actions at home or when you go outside for work, shopping, walking or helping others:
1. Washing your hands frequently and thoroughly, using soap and hot water.
2. Avoiding close contact with people who are sick, sneezing or coughing.
3. Exercise daily moving your body and activating your blood circulation to keep fit.
4. Take breaks outdoors keeping a safe social distance of three metres apart;
5, Call or skype a friend or family member and share your activities or feelings.
Again, show gratitude to the people who are on the front lines and those helping others.
I’d love to hear how you’re coping with self-isolation and some of the things you are doing to stay occupied and engaged.
Be well,
In good health,
Rani
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