The Kitchen Sink Protocol

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My Approach

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This is not medical advice. Please consult with your doctor before trying any of these protocols.


My specific type of Long Covid includes a histamine intolerance, PEM, fatigue, brainfog, heart conditions(pericarditis, tachycardia). There are items on this list that worked for me, that might not work for you, or might even be harmful.

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I am still refining this protocol. I will update this page as I learn more.

I want to share what has worked for me, with the hope that it can help you too. I am not a doctor, I am not a scientist. I am just a fellow Long Covid Club member who is trying to make sense of this mess.

I follow an approach I would like to call "The Kitchen Sink Protocol".

With this protocol, there are several areas that we will focus on and try to improve:

The routine I set out below attempts to address all of these areas. It is a lot, I know. But I have found that the more I do, the better I feel.

What can you start doing TODAY that has already helped me and many others? It is vitally important to start with the basics. Please read The Best Things In Life Are Free for more information.

The Kitchen Sink Protocol

The Kitchen Sink Protocol is a multi-faceted approach to treating Long Covid. It's called the Kitchen Sink Protocol because it throws everything at the problem.

The idea is to try everything and anything that might help. This includes supplements, medications, lifestyle changes, and more.

In theory, by doing enough of the right things, you can help your body heal and recover from Long Covid. Or, at the very least, you can improve your symptoms and quality of life.

With Long Covid, our entire body and all it's systems seem out of sync. There is no better way to get things aligned again than fixing your internal clock, or Circadian Rhythm. I started following a pretty strict routine, with set times for waking up, taking supplements, eating meals, and going to bed.

The Kitchen Sink Protocol is not a cure. It's not a magic bullet. It's not a one-size-fits-all solution. It's a trial-and-error approach that requires patience, persistence, and an open mind. I am a human guinea pig, and I am sharing my experiences with you. This is not medical advice, I am not a doctor.

Here is what a typical day on the Kitchen Sink Protocol looks like:

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A print friendly version of these Kitchen Sink Protocol Steps can be found here.

Morning

  • 8:00 Wake up at the same time every day
    • Go outside and get sunlight exposure
    • Take a cold shower
    • Brush teeth
  • 8:30 Take empty stomach supplements (Acetyl-L-Carnitine, NattoSerra(Nattokinase + Serrapeptase), Alpha Lipoic Acid, R-Lipoic Acid, Lactoferrin (Cycle between Lactoferrin and Apolactoferrin), Glutatione, L-Glutamine, Chlorophyll, Quercetin, Bromelain, Berberine, Colostrum)
  • 9:00 Eat a healthy breakfast (I try to go high protein, high fat, low carb. E.g eggs, avocado, bacon, nuts, berries)
  • 9:15 Take full stomach supplements (Multivitamin, Omega-3 fatty acids, Probiotics, GlyNAC, Quercetin, CoQ10, B vitamins, Rhodiola, CoQ10, PQQ)
  • 9:30 Red Ligt Therapy (10-15min)

Afternoon

  • 12:30 Take pre-lunch supplements (Quercetin, Bromelain, GlyNAC, Berberine)
  • 13:00 Eat a healthy lunch
  • 13:15 Take post-lunch supplements (Omega-3 fatty acids, Probiotics)
  • 14:00 Take a nap - I struggle with this one, I'm not really a big napper

Evening

  • 16:30 Take pre-dinner supplements (Quercetin, Bromelain, GlyNAC, Berberine)
  • 17:00 Eat a healthy dinner
  • 17:15 Take post-dinner supplements (Probiotics)
  • 20:00 Nurosym (1 hour)
    • Supplements: Melatonin, Magnesium Bisglycinate, ZMA, Chlorella
    • Blue light blocking glasses on
  • 20:30 Antihistamines, Beta blockers, colchecine
    • Accupressure mat (5 - 10min)
    • Light stretching (5 - 15min)
    • Waterpik and brush teeth
  • 21:15 Go to bed at the same time every day
    • Sleep mask on
    • White noise machine on
    • Sensate (10 - 20min)

Throughout the day

  • Stay hydrated. I use electrolyte powders and mineral drops in my water.
  • No caffeine or alcohol
  • No sugar, low carbs and no processed foods
  • Follow a low histamine diet
  • No fluids 30 min before and after meals
  • Drink 2 liters of Green Juice (Kale, Ginger, Turmeric, Flaxseed, Chia seeds, Wheatgrass, Cacao, Cinnamon)

Once a week

  • 9:00 Friday Ozone therapy
  • 9:00 Saturday Sports massage therapy
  • 17:00 Saturday - 9:00 Monday 38 hour Fast

Once a month

  • 9:00 1st of month Epson salt purge
  • 15th of month 72 hour Fast

At first glance, this might seem overwhelming. But remember, you don't have to do everything at once. Start with the basics like waking up, eating meals and going to bed consistently, and build from there.

Daily Alarms

The most important thing to do is set alarms on your phone for the "big events". This will help you get into a routine and will anchor your day.

For example, I have alarms for:

It's also a good idea to keep a journal of your symptoms, diet and routine and how you feel each day. This will help you track your progress and make adjustments as needed.

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