South Africa’s first Corona case
On Monday the 9th of March 2020 1 month ago at the time of writing, I received a call from one of our customers who told us about one of the first confirmed COVID-19 Cases being right on our doorstep here in Umhlanga, KZN. With all the media platforms talking about this global pandemic and cases being reported in all corners of the globe it was quite a shock to hear about one so close by.
We were told that the person had returned from overseas where they had contracted the virus and that they believe we (Nature’s Relief) may be able to help them. My immediate reaction was pure curiosity combined with empathy and made me want to help where I can and however we can. We needed to select a group of products that work well together with the body and make sure our patient is safe taking them. With our journey over the past few years being focused on learning about our body’s innate ability to recover and sustain its health using holistic methods, the timing was perfect, and we had what he needed. We immediately contacted the wife of the patient, who both understandably chose to remain anonymous, and arranged to drop off some supplements that evening before he was taken into isolation at Addington hospital.
Immune booster pack
I had a look through our products in our Durban Dispensary and grabbed the top 6 things that came to mind when targeting immune strength and inflammation and taking a holistic approach targeting them in different ways. This included natural supplements that help the mind (reduce stress, anxiety and insomnia and improve mindset, focus and sleep) and some that help the body (balance the gut, boost the immune system, energy levels, and reducing inflammation). Physical health and Mental health are vastly inter-connected and directly affect our immune system. Thus our holistic approach was to use different adaptogens that help the body and mind cope under stress, reduce inflammation and nourish the immune system. The list of products we gave are:
- 300mg full spectrum CBD hemp oil
- Moringa leaf powder and fulvic acid capsules
- Nature’s Relief Canna Honey (CBD infused)
- Reishi Mushroom extract
- Vitality Mushroom blend capsules (Chaga, Cordyceps, Reishi, Lionsmane)
- Nature’s Relief Herbal Balance drops.
Read the email after the conclusion that was sent to the patient for a breakdown of each product.
We really threw everything at it to support him holistically and then offered our services from our doctors free of charge so that we could use this opportunity to learn as much as possible and hopefully get him to a full recovery.
I am excited to say today is that we managed to achieve both of these goals! Our COVID-19 case officially tested negative on 22 March 2020 and was cleared to return home to his family! I have had a long follow up call with him to understand more about his experience and found it very interesting and great to hear that he is back exercising in his daily routine!
Read his testimonial below to find out what helped him most. The main things he talks about is managing your stress and anxiety and getting a good rest! It was very interesting getting his feedback on how CBD and Moringa helped him achieve this during this difficult time but it all makes sense when you look into the research.
While we were awaiting feedback from our Covid-19 case we used the time to compile our research to date on the products we had given him to reassess their benefit in relation to the COVID-19 virus specifically. What we found was very interesting learning more about how these useful substances give the body just what it needs to optimise immune functions and maintain homeostasis or a natural balance in the body. You can find more information on our website or follow us on social media.
For some interesting insight to why we took the approach we did, have a look at our NR Blog Articles on:
- How stress and anxiety cause the production of different chemicals that affect our physical state. – https://naturesrelief.co.za/stress-and-the-immune-system/
- Health is a Human Right – https://naturesrelief.co.za/health-as-a-human-right-allowing-yourself-to-heal-naturally/
- How to boost your Immune system – https://naturesrelief.co.za/boost-your-immune-system/
Below is the official email sent by our customer who prefers to remain anonymous. And below that is the original recommendation.
Patients Testimonial Friday 3 April 2020
Hi Devon
As you are well aware that I contracted the Covid -19 virus on my return from an overseas trip and although I felt “fine” the stress around the unknown would have had a much worse effect on my recovery if it was not for your Nature’s Relief products you suggested for me .
During my 2 week isolation in Addington hospital I took the following as recommended :
- Herbal Balance drops
- Fulvic Moringa capsules
- Medicinal Mushroom Blend capsules
- CBD Oil (This was a great helper in helping me relax and sleep)
- Canna Honey (This twice a day mixed in hot water was fantastic)
During these two weeks, I started to feel stronger every day and fortunately was released back into home isolation until I had my 2 negative tests.
I continued to take the above and I am glad to say that I received my all clear a few days later .
Again thanks a million for suggesting the above products and although I have no scientific proof of the effect they had on my immune system , I can only go on how I felt stronger each day and how I now feel ,which is back to my normal self which includes daily exercise routines !!
Kind regards
Conclusion
It has been an amazing experience putting Nature’s Relief’s CBD up against COVID-19 and seeing the results! Nature’s Relief was definitely in our patient’s corner through his fight with the virus and his own stress as he mentioned, showing the body’s ability to heal itself when it is given the right resources.
Sleep played a vital role in starting the recovery process, and thanks to CBD drops before bed our patient could get some much-needed rest and recovery.
According to the feedback the moringa leaf/fulvic capsules and CBD honey in a hot cup of tea taken in the morning helped the chest open up and increased energy levels. He also noticed that he started physically feeling better from when he started taking the moringa and fulvic capsules.
The Reishi drops and herbal balance were taken less frequently but maintained the reduced stress levels and the patient felt good about taking them.
Combined with the treatment was the vitality mushrooms which were taken consistently but the patient felt no significant effect he could describe. According to the research they may have played a role in modulating/regulating the patient’s immune system to not overreact or underreact, maintaining its natural balance. At the end of the day we got a lot of important information.
Important points we learned:
- Sleep is a necessity
- Anxiety and stress is a killer
- You can recover from COVID-19
- Put the right things in your Body and Mind
- Nature’s Relief products make a real difference
Our Product recommendation at this time:
NR CBD Calm Drops 600mg – R950
NR CBD Pain Drops 600mg – R950
NR CBD Full Spectrum Drops 75mg/150mg/300mg – R300/R400/R800
NR Pure CBD Hemp oil 1000mg – R750
NR NanoCBD Water soluble 300mg – R500
NR CBD Honey – R180
Moringa Tea’s – R50
NR Herbal Balance Drops – R500
NR Moringa leaf and Fulvic capsules – R220
NR Moringa leaf powder veg capsules 120 – R200
NR Moringa leaf Powder 100g/250g – R90/R180
NR Mushroom Tinctures: Reishi, Cordyceps, Trametes, Split Gill, Chaga – R220
CBD Bath Bombs – R130
Below is the original email sent to our COVID-19 Patient.
Email sent to COVID-19 Patient
Hi
I hope this finds you well, I’m sure you’re a bit stressed about this whole situation.
Our doctors have looked into the virus extensively and understand it well according to the World Health Organisation, and I have spoken to them about various possible solutions. I have given you quite a number of products that I’m confident will help you and your immune system fight the virus and manage the stress, confinement and any anxiety in the process. There is no cure as yet obviously, but the approach here is giving your body what it needs to regulate itself and achieve natural balance or homeostasis. The result of this is hopefully the immune system recognising, fighting and defeating the virus. Below is what I would suggest and below that a breakdown of the products, their ingredients and benefits and usage/dosage.
I would suggest going with the following to start:
1) Full spectrum CBD oil 300mg – 10 drops twice per day morning and night
2) Canna honey – 1 teaspoon twice per day in hot water or tea morning and night
3) Moringa & Fulvic acid capsules – 2 capsules twice per day morning and afternoon
4) Vitality mushroom blend – 2 capsules morning and night
5) Reishi mushroom extract – 10 drops 3 times per day
6) Herbal Balance – 1-3 drops 3 times per day
I have added quite a lot of information for you below which may be of interest. I would look further into cannabis, mushrooms and moringa if I were you, very interesting phyto-medicines with promising benefits.
I will have our doctor call you sometime today or tomorrow, he is just on a course right now but I have spoken to him.
For more info please visit www.webmd.com or contact Sameer on 067 852 9402 or Sameer.ally@growgreen.co.za
Interesting links and videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7agK0nkiZpA
1)Full spectrum CBD oil 300mg
Ingredients:
300mg Broad spectrum CBD oil – Stress, Anxiety, sleep, Inflammation, pain, Immune system regulation
MCT oil – Energy, Assists absorption of CBD
Main benefit – Stress, anxiety, sleep, inflammation, pain, Immune regulation
Directions for use – Take drops straight under the tongue and hold for 30 seconds or as long as possible, In the morning and night before or after food.
Dosage – 10 drops increasing to 20
2) Canna honey
Ingredients:
Raw unpasteurized honey – Antibacterial
CBD isolate – Calming, Stress anxiety, sleep, inflammation, immune regulation
Main benefit – Anti bacterial, anti-inflammatory, energy
Directions for use -Add to coffee, tea or food
Dosage – 1 – 2 teaspoons
3) Moringa & Fulvic acid capsules
Ingredients:
Moringa oleifera leaf powder – 92 nutrients, 46 antioxidants, complete protein, anti-inflammatory, gut health(fibre)
Fulvic acid powder – https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1320/fulvic-acid
Main benefit – antioxidant, immune support(more antibodies and white blood cells) , respiratory function, reduced fatigue, nutrient absorption, reduced inflammatory response
Directions for use – Take capsules in the morning and afternoon
Dosage – Take 2 capsules twice per day
4) Vitality mushroom blend
Ingredients:
Chaga mushroom powder – Chaga might stimulate the immune system. It contains some chemicals that have antioxidant effects. Chaga might lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Reishi mushroom powder – Reishi mushroom has been used to help enhance the immune system, reduce stress, improve sleep, and lessen fatigue. People also take reishi mushroom for health conditions such as: High blood pressure. High cholesterol
Cordyceps mushroom powder – Cordyceps might improve immunity by stimulating cells and specific chemicals in the immune system. It may also have activity against cancer cells and may shrink tumor size, particularly with lung or skin cancers.
Lionsmane mushroom powder – Hericium erinaceus may improve the development and function of nerves. It might also protect nerves from becoming damaged. This might help prevent conditions such as anxiety, memory loss, Alzheimer disease, or Parkinson disease.
Main benefit – https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1160565/ Immunomodulation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7agK0nkiZpA Very interesting! Immune modulation in cancer refers to a range of treatments aimed at harnessing a patient’s immune system to achieve tumour control, stabilisation, and potential eradication of disease.
Directions for use Take capsules in the morning and night before or after food
Dosage: 2 capsules
5) Reishi mushroom extract
More recently, research has demonstrated red reishi to address a wide range of respiratory issues. For starters, it can increase the alveoli’s ability to absorb oxygen, 
as well as reduce the cough reflex for people suffering from bronchitis. Considered a natural antihistamine, this miraculous mushroom is also used for its immune balancing and adaptogenic properties that help your body respond appropriately to environmental irritants like dust and mould. It also has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties
Directions for use – Take drops in water, juice or straight under the tongue 3 times per day before or after food
Dosage – 10 drops
The use of medicinal mushrooms, Cannabis and Moringa are the most interesting, Have a look at Paul Stamets who is a mycologist and mushroom expert. It will open your eyes to a whole new medicinal world.
6) Herbal Balance:
Ingredients:
Essiac herbs:
Burdock root – Increase urine flow, kill germs, reduce fever, and “purify” their blood.
Slippery elm – People take slippery elm for coughs, sore throat, urinary tract infections
Turkey Rhubarb root – Early research shows that taking rhubarb daily for 7 days help people with ARDS(acute respiratory distress syndrome) to breathe better.
Sheep sorrel – Sheep sorrel has been historically used to treat inflammation, scurvy, cancer, and diarrhea. It is also one of the four ingredients in Essiac, an alternative cancer treatment
Frankinsense – Frankincense works as an expectorant to clear the nasal passageway, promote the relief of congestion, and encourage easy breathing
Myrrh – Myrrh can help decrease swelling (inflammation) and kill bacteria.
Sceletium – Sceletium is a plant from South Africa. It has a long history of use as a traditional medicine by tribes of South Africa. It has been used to enhance mood, cause relaxation, and euphoria.
Buchu – It is thought that the active chemicals in buchu may kill germs and also promote urine flow.
Tumeric – Turmeric contains the chemical curcumin. Curcumin and other chemicals in turmeric might decrease swelling (inflammation)
Ginger – Ginger contains chemicals that may reduce nausea and inflammation.
Mistletoe – shown to boost the immune system
Rose hip – High in Vitamin C
Ashwagandha – Ashwagandha contains chemicals that might help calm the brain, reduce swelling (inflammation), lower blood pressure, and alter the immune system.
Sutherlandia – Sutherlandia has been used in the treatment of cancer, tuberculosis, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome, influenza, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, peptic ulcers, gastritis, reflux esophagitis, menopausal symptoms, anxiety, clinical depression and HIV infection
Dandilion root – Dandelion contains chemicals that may increase urine production, prevent crystals from forming in the urine, and decrease swelling (inflammation).
Cannabis extract – Cannabis contains chemicals that work by binding to specific sites in the brain and on the nerves to regulate functions and restore homeostasis
Extra virgin olive oil – Fatty acids in olive oil seem to decrease cholesterol levels and have anti-inflammatory effects.
Main benefits – Immune regulation, gut health, anti-inflammatory, mood enhancing, anti bacterial
Directions for use – Take drops at night under tongue for best absorption 1 hour before bed
Dosage – 1- 2 drops to start increasing by 1 drop every 3 days
Lastly, I don’t expect payment for the products, I just hope they help as much as the research shows they have and can.
Feel free to call me whenever.
Kind regards
On a Side note:
There’s a whole lot that you can do at this time that can help you manage stress and anxiety and help you focus on what you need to do to keep moving forward. A lot of good can be taken in by eating well and avoiding processed foods, drinking lots of water and staying active so you can breathe a lot and flush your system with oxygen. We can also gain a lot by feeding our minds with things that help and stimulate positive productive thoughts. Our thoughts essentially become our words, our words become our actions, our actions become our habits and our habits define what we spend our time on which defines us. Make sure you use this time to feed your mind with your most interesting things, be sure to double check your information sources and stay on the path of what is true and honest so you can learn. Try control how much time you spend focusing on what others are doing and do something yourself. Social media can offer a lot of quick fixes to feed that keen interest of ours, but don’t confuse curiosity with interest. Do what interests you that you can learn more from read books, listening to podcasts, exploring some of those ideas you haven’t had time to, and have fun.
