Here at Ojai Energetics, we want you to know we are thinking about during this COVID 19 pandemic. As we all navigate through these unprecedented times together, we want you to know we are here to help optimize your health and wellness.
If you are interested, we have curated some reliable sources offering ways to keep your mind, body, and spirit healthy.
Chris Kresser Functional Medicine
Known for reinventing healthcare with functional medicine, Chris Kresser caught up with Dr. Ramzi Asfout regarding everything you need to know about coronavirus. He shared advice on protecting yourself against infection, supporting your immune system, and recipes for immune-boosting botanicals.
Kresser is one of the most respected clinicians and educators in the fields of Functional Medicine and ancestral health and has trained over 1,300 health professionals around the world in his unique approach. Subscribe to his podcast and learn what you can do to prevent chronic disease and more as we untangle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Katie Wells Wellness Mama
Our good friend Katie Wells, host of the Wellness Mama podcast, interviewed pediatrician Dr. Elisa Song, a pediatrician, and functional medicine expert, who is also a mom. In this episode, she takes a deep dive into coronavirus from a parenting point of view. Wells zeros in on how parents can maneuver through this era of social distancing, as well as how to talk to kids about what’s happening without provoking anxiety and more.
You can also learn some more tips from Wells in her article, Common Sense Guide to Viruses and Pandemics (for Moms). Learn everything from homemade recipes to garden games to educational apps.
Steven Kotler’s Flow State
Best selling author and member of the Ojai Energetics Advisory board, Steven Kotler is best known for his research on the state of flow. This week, Kotler was a guest on the Ed Mylett Podcast, sharing his key tips to get control over your emotions and offers concrete, concise information on why our brains look for threats and how we can use our negativity bias to our advantage. Kotler shares the keys to tapping Into the Ultimate Human Performance Zone called “FLOW STATE”. This is a CRITICAL message, especially today when emotions are running high. Follow Steven Kotler on Instagram.
Hustle and Flow Chart Health
Earlier this year and prior to the COVID 19 pandemic, Hustle and Flow Chart hosts Matt and Joe interviewed Theo Lucier, a biohacking entrepreneur who shares a wealth of knowledge on everything from brain health and depression to getting better sleep. Listen to this episode his tips to build a healthy immune system, stay energized and focused all day working from home or not.
Fear, stress, and panic can compromise our immune system. A healthy endocannabinoid system helps support the immune system. In fact, the endocannabinoid system regulates our body’s immune system.
What can be most dangerous with many viruses is actually our immune system overacting With COVID-19, it is primarily our Th1 immune system that is overacting due to the virus being new to humans. It is also known as Cytokine Storm Syndrome. The fighter cells leave behind mucus and inflammation. That combination can be very dangerous in at-risk populations. [1]
The endocannabinoid system is a modulator in every system of the body, including the immune system. This means it monitors the actions like a symphony conductor; ensuring everything is at the appropriate levels, not too high or low. [2]
You can support your immune system in many ways beyond feeding your endocannabinoid system; like yoga, meditation, music, reading or walking in nature.
Laughing is always good.
As is a good cry. [3][4]
With handwashing, social distancing, self-care, kindness, and community, we will emerge stronger than ever.
Ojai Energetics is here for you when you need us. If you need any help or financial assistance, let us know. We will keep you posted with any updates.
Love is the answer!
Will Kleidon
CEO/Founder Ojai Energetics
Sources:
[1] The Lancet – COVID-19: consider cytokine storm syndromes and immunosuppression
[2] US National Library of Medicine – The Role of Cannabinoid System on Immune Modulation: Therapeutic Implications on CNS Inflammation
[3] Mayo Clinic – Stress relief from laughter? It’s no joke
[4] Penn Medicine – Why You Should Cry – 5 Reasons to Let It All Out
