Dr. Roger Seheult from MedCram on COVID-19 Vaccines, Vitamin D, and Heat Hydrotherapy

Summary

In this episode of the "FoundMyFitness" podcast, Dr. Roger Seheult and Dr. Rhonda Patrick discuss various factors that can help control the spread of COVID-19, including wearing masks, social distancing, washing hands, proper ventilation, and the use of lifestyle factors. They emphasize the role of vitamin D in enhancing immunity against respiratory infections, and discuss observational studies showing an association between low vitamin D levels and severe cases of COVID-19. The doctors highlight a Spanish study that found calcifediol to be more efficacious in patients with COVID-19 than just vitamin D. The podcast goes on to explore factors contributing to vitamin D deficiency and its value in immunological functioning.

The hosts also discuss the importance of getting good sleep and taking supplements like vitamin D to support overall health and immunity. They also discuss the potential benefits of hydrotherapy or thermal hydrotherapy in treating COVID-19, an ancient practice that involves elevating a person's core body temperature using hot towels, steam rooms, or saunas. Dr. Seheult draws upon historical research conducted during the 1918 influenza pandemic, which found hydrotherapy to be more effective in preventing pneumonia and reducing mortality rates compared to traditional treatments like aspirin.

Dr. Seheult also explains how mRNA vaccines work, their benefits, and addresses concerns regarding vaccine safety and the potential for long-term effects. The podcast emphasizes the need for randomized controlled trials to fully understand the potential benefits of hydrotherapy and the association between vitamin D and health outcomes. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to preventive measures and fostering better immunity, which incorporates effective strategies such as vaccination, vitamin supplementation, and lifestyle modifications like sleep and hydrotherapy to fight against COVID-19.