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TMHS 505: Covid-19 Vulnerability & Clinically Proven Tips To Reduce Your Risk

Published: Aug. 17, 2021, 2:43 p.m.

We know that some of the largest risk factors for COVID-19 include underlying diseases like obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. While at times it might feel like there\u2019s a lot going on in the world that\u2019s out of our control, our ability to take care of our bodies is always in our hands. We know that there are certain habits and behaviors we can do to help our innate and adaptive immune system work at its optimal levels.\xa0

On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you\u2019re going to hear from a multitude of experts from different specialties on real-world, actionable steps we can take to reduce our risk and susceptibility to COVID-19. This episode is meant to empower you with the information you need to get yourself, your family, and your community healthier.\xa0

You\u2019re going to learn about how habits like fasting and breathing tie into immune health, and how our immune system works in conjunction with other systems like the gut and respiratory system. You\u2019ll hear about specific vitamins and foods you can consume to fortify your immune system, and how to avoid COVID-19 comorbidities like obesity and diabetes. So listen in, take good notes, and enjoy the show!

In this episode you\u2019ll discover:

  • The link between leaky gut and preexisting conditions.
  • What happened to public health during World War II.\xa0
  • Why fasting is one of the best ways to make your immune system stronger.\xa0
  • The defense mechanisms tied to nasal breathing.
  • How our noses play a role in immune function.\xa0
  • The relationship between vitamin D levels and COVID-19 outcomes.\xa0
  • What percentage of your immune system is located in your gut.\xa0
  • The connection between unhealthy gut microbiomes and COVID-19.\xa0
  • What PUFAs are, and why they\u2019re destroying our health.
  • How bad fats contribute to poor immune function and chronic illnesses.\xa0
  • Specific compounds in broccoli that can combat inflammation.\xa0
  • How to improve the way your immune system functions.\xa0
  • The link between mental health, inflammation, and COVID-19 susceptibility.\xa0
  • How chronic low-grade inflammation impairs the immune system.\xa0
  • How COVID-19 is impacted by obesity.\xa0

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