Big Sur
Well-known member
I have been reading lately that they think that taking ibuprofen (Advil) or cortisone when you get Corona Virus is a bad idea. It is highly controversial, but the reason behind this is that ibuprofen and other NSAIDs and steroids like cortisone promotes ACE2, an enzyme that Corona Virus uses to attack cells. They recommend taking Tylenol (Paracetamol) with acetaminophen instead to bring down a high fever. Fevers are a defense against disease and it also cranks up your metabolism. So fevers in themselves are not bad as many people seem to think, unless they spike above 103 F.
Also if you want a fever reducer, reach for the weed. Weed will lower your body temperature and make you feel better. Marijuana sales have surged since the CoronaVirus outbreak. There is much fake news out there that CBD and THC cure or prevent CoronaVirus. There is no evidence of that. However they likely will make you feel better with any type of flu. And there is ample evidence from studies done that THC will lower your body temperature. It is called THC-induced hypothermia.
Wear those gloves people. Things like money are infested with virus and other germs. So are touch screens and door knobs. Also wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer, and avoid physical contact with people. Do not shake hands or give hugs! If you wear a face mask, cover your nose and mouth! I see so many people with face masks only covering their mouth. Also wear glasses, the virus can get into your eyes as well. And try not to touch your face with your hands. Yes, that is nearly impossible. Hence the gloves, hand washing and sanitizer, and face masks and eye protection. With a face mask and glasses, you cannot touch your face with your hands. I also avoid eating fast food or food from restaurants. It seems that CoronaVirus is spreading so fast because most people that get it do not know they have it. Symptoms are mild in about 80% of those infected. Like Tom Hanks and his wife. So for the other 20%, it is vital not to come in contact with the virus. Impossible to know if you are in the 80% or 20% groups though. Also it seems to be impossible to know who has been infected. So you have to assume that every surface and everyone is infected. And why a lock-down will likely not be effective.
Also if you want a fever reducer, reach for the weed. Weed will lower your body temperature and make you feel better. Marijuana sales have surged since the CoronaVirus outbreak. There is much fake news out there that CBD and THC cure or prevent CoronaVirus. There is no evidence of that. However they likely will make you feel better with any type of flu. And there is ample evidence from studies done that THC will lower your body temperature. It is called THC-induced hypothermia.
Wear those gloves people. Things like money are infested with virus and other germs. So are touch screens and door knobs. Also wash your hands often or use hand sanitizer, and avoid physical contact with people. Do not shake hands or give hugs! If you wear a face mask, cover your nose and mouth! I see so many people with face masks only covering their mouth. Also wear glasses, the virus can get into your eyes as well. And try not to touch your face with your hands. Yes, that is nearly impossible. Hence the gloves, hand washing and sanitizer, and face masks and eye protection. With a face mask and glasses, you cannot touch your face with your hands. I also avoid eating fast food or food from restaurants. It seems that CoronaVirus is spreading so fast because most people that get it do not know they have it. Symptoms are mild in about 80% of those infected. Like Tom Hanks and his wife. So for the other 20%, it is vital not to come in contact with the virus. Impossible to know if you are in the 80% or 20% groups though. Also it seems to be impossible to know who has been infected. So you have to assume that every surface and everyone is infected. And why a lock-down will likely not be effective.