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The outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) has prompted many people to take precautions to keep themselves safe. Quantum Nutrition Labs asked Gabriel Espinoza, MD, some of your key questions. 

The outbreak of COVID-19 has prompted many people to take precautions to keep themselves safe. Last week, Dr. Justin Clark, PhD,  answered a variety of key questions related to the virus. However, day by day, we are learning more about COVID-19. This has prompted follow-up questions by QNL readers on our blog and Facebook page.

The outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus) has prompted many people to take precautions to keep themselves safe. We asked Dr. Justin Clark, PhD to answer some of our key questions that are on people’s minds right now.

As a staple in the ancient Chinese Materia Medica, reishi is a medicinal mushroom that has been used for thousands of years. Historically, this magnificent mushroom was reserved for royals as a result of its rarity and incredible benefits. Have you heard of this amazing mushroom?

What a privilege to know that your body has a powerful antioxidant called glutathione, that is found in literally every cell in your body. This amazing antioxidant has another key function – providing superior immune and lung support.  

In recent years, vitamin D has become an increasingly popular supplement and for good reason. This critical micronutrient promotes the absorption of calcium to keep your bones healthy and also supports cardiovascular health. Exciting new evidence is showing another benefit of this vitamin – supporting a healthy immune system.  

 A lesser-known support agent, zinc, plays a significant role in the immune system, helping to elicit the most favorable immune response.  A zinc deficiency can cause immune dysfunction and an interruption to innate and adaptive immunity. 

Leafy greens are greatly beneficial to your overall health, but do you know all the benefits of these delicious greens? Here are five key reasons to get your daily greens.

Oregano, or Origanum vulgare, is cultivated worldwide and is highly regarded for its anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. It is a gorgeous flowering plant belonging to the mint family. Oregano grows in the temperate Western and Southwestern Eurasia and in the Mediterranean region and is commonly added to Italian cuisine.