How to Bulletproof Yourself Against the Flu: A Lesson from Oktoberfest

Ah, Oktoberfest—a time of joy, beer, and unfortunately for me, the flu. But fear not, I've got a game plan that's as effective as it is simple. Here's how you can prepare your body to fight off the flu, based on my own experience and some solid scientific recommendations.

The Pharmacy Run

The moment I felt that familiar tickle in my throat, I made a beeline for the pharmacy.

My shopping list?

• Vitamin C
• Zinc
• Ginger Curcuma Extract

I mixed these into my Athletic Greens along with Vitamin D+K2. But why these specific micronutrients?

Let's dive in.

The Top 3 Micronutrients: Your Flu-Fighting Arsenal

1. Vitamin D: The Immune System's Powerhouse

Vitamin D is like the caffeine for your T-cells. Without it, they're dormant and your immune system is compromised. A deficiency in Vitamin D makes you more susceptible to flu and colds.

Recommendations:

• Optimize Vitamin D3 Levels: Get enough sunlight or supplement.
• Regular Testing: Know your blood levels and adjust your dosage accordingly. Which we did in August for my annual Shareholder Meeting as the CEO of my own health (my latest reading after the summer was 55,8 mg/l, without supplementation)
• Dosage: If your levels are below 45 mg/l, aim for 1.000 IU per 15 kg (of bodyweight) per day.

2. Zinc: The First Responder

Feeling even a tad under the weather? Grab Zinc. It's your first line of defense against typical flu symptoms like a runny nose, sore throat, and fatigue.

Recommendations:

• Forms Matter: Opt for Zinc acetate or Zinc picolinate.
• Dosage: 15 mg of Zinc acetate 5–6 times a day or 18–23 mg of Zinc picolinate every two hours during waking hours.
• Duration: Maximum of two weeks.