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most important nutrients during cold and flu season, especially in parts of the country where levels drop during the winter, such as New England. Antiviral formulas may not be necessary for those who are not experiencing symptoms, but ensuring adequate levels of nutrients that are immunosupportive is essen- tial in preventing the spread of an illness with pandemic potential.


Prevention: Lifestyle, Diet & Stress When it comes to prevention, the most


obvious and yet most essential advice is to practice proper handwashing. If you're not sure how long you should be washing your hands, the CDC recommends 20 seconds of vigorous scrubbing; (if in doubt, you can sing happy birthday song twice). A less obvi- ous mode of prevention is to take a closer look at stress. Stressors weaken our immune system, giving foreign invaders a chance to thrive, which is why cold sores (caused by the herpes virus), tend to increase during times of stress. There are many effective ways to manage stress, from yoga and daily medi- tation to herbal supplements, but we can start by ensuring a good night's rest.


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Our diet can play a role in the body's defense system against foreign invaders. We know that increasing our sugar intake can temporarily lower white blood cell counts, weakening the immune system and making us more susceptible to infections. Diets high in sugar are never beneficial, but we should be especially cautious and limit sugar intake when under the weather.


Although there is no specific treat- ment for those infected with COVID-19, naturopathic medicine has much to offer in the way of immune support and antiviral therapies to strengthen our body's immune response and to help differentiate between other viral illnesses. Taking a proactive ap- proach to building our body's defense bar- rier is a smart first step in not only prevent- ing the spread of COVID-19, but protecting ourselves from a novel strain of virus that has yet to reach its peak.


Antonio Reale, ND, MS is a licensed naturopathic physician and nutritionist practicing in Wethersfield and Middlebury. He specializes in personal- ized botanical medicine and is


founder of The Herbal Room, a multidisci- plinary wellness center in Wethersfield, with an in-house botanical dispensary. Dr. Reale also sees patients weekly at a satellite office in Middlebury. For insurance information and scheduling, visit theherbal-room.com. 860.257.7210. See ad on page 35.


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