It appears as though covid is sticking around much longer than the previous spanish flu pandemic of 1918. So, here’s a compendium of alternate home remedies as suggested by the NIH to help our immune system defend against pneumonia-related disease.
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Remedies suggestion for vaccinated and un-vaccinated population :
Antimicrobial properties of allicin from garlic
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10594976/
Antibacterial potential of garlic-derived allicin and its cancellation by sulfhydryl compounds
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19734685/
Vitamin C for preventing and treating pneumonia
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23925826/
Vitamin C in Disease Prevention and Cure: An Overview
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3783921/
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17569207/
Antibacterial activity of [10]-gingerol and [12]-gingerol isolated from ginger rhizome against periodontal bacteria
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18814211/
Anti-Oxidative and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Ginger in Health and Physical Activity: Review of Current Evidence
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3665023/
Antimicrobial Properties of Plant Essential Oils against Human Pathogens and Their Mode of Action: An Updated Review
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5206475/
( clove * , oregano * , cinammon , rosemary , mint , basil , coriander , thyme , grape seeds , chamomile )
Bio-efficacy of the essential oil of oregano (Origanum vulgare Lamiaceae. Ssp. Hirtum)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25266989/
Apple phytochemicals and their health benefits
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC442131/
Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with bright future
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2995283/
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In summary, NIH recommends garlic, vitamin c, curcumin, ginger, plant oils, oregano, apples and chamomile.
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For kids, perhaps some honey for cough.
A spoonful of honey helps a coughing child sleep
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3601686/
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For older people, at least 30 min walk a few times a week.
Can Daily Walking Alone Reduce Pneumonia-Related Mortality among Older People?
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7244731/