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There are, however, other mechanisms at play in long COVID, such as persistent (intracellular) viral infection, genetic alterations, maladaptive healing and tissue damage that cause organ dysfunction in various body systems and auto immune responses similar to rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus erythematosus and anticardiolipin and Sjogren syndrome12,15. Some of the simultaneous effects included absorption of building blocks for optimal health, stimulating self-healing internal processes, restoring weakened systems, and symptom relief in addition to specific anti-inflammatories. [...]we present a RCT demonstrating efficacy for a traditional Iranian medicine in the management of blood glucose in people with type 2 diabetes. When you look at the photos you can't help but recognise the incidental benefits in the use of the traditional herbal medicine -the connection to the earth, physical activity, exposure to UV light and earth microbiota, and the social benefits of working together - benefits that sit outside of the chemical composition of the herbal medicine.
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Evidence from systematic reviews and small RCTs shows fairly-high safety profiles for some intravenous (IV) nutrients including vitamin C in people with cancer,2-4 or when critically ill in hospital,5 6 and when used to reduce fatigue, pain and depression in cancer,2 or long covid7, and for zinc in critically ill patients with SARS-CoV-2.8 However, the evidence of safety for IV administration of combinations of vitamins, minerals and nutrients is definitely scant. [...]in people with pancreatitis, using IV combinations of antioxidants (selenium, vitamin C and n-acetyl cysteine) in the acute phase was shown to increase the risk of end organ failure and death, compared to placebo infusions.9 Plus, increased risk of beta carotene in people who smoke has been repeatedly demonstrated with orally ingested supplements. [...]best wishes to you and yours for a peaceful and enjoyable holiday season.