Vital nutrient recommendations for Infectious mononucleosis (IM, mono)

also: glandular fever

For Infectious mononucleosis (IM, mono), vital nutrient medicine recommends four nutrients for acute treatment. At the heart of the recommendation: Moringa, Omega-3 fatty acids (Fish-Oil) and Vitamin D3. The overview shows you the intake and role of each nutrient.

Recommended nutrients & intake

Active ingredientIntakePriorityNote
Moringa2 capsule(s) of 500 mgPrimaryTake with meals. Moringa is probably the most nutrient-rich plant in the world. It works much like a multi-vitamin.
Omega-3 fatty acids (Fish-Oil)2 measuring spoon(s) of 10 mlPrimaryFish-Oil. Take with a main meal. Alternatives: Krill-Oil (approx. 1.5 times lower dosage) or algae oil (vegan).
Vitamin D35 drop(s) of 20 µgPrimaryIntake: with main meal. 20 mcg = 800 IU = 1 drop of vitamin D3 Vida (other products > calculate correct dosage). From 4000 IU: intake of 200 micrograms of vitamin K2 is important (children: not necessary).
Artemisia6 capsule(s) of 600 mgPrimarycapsules (or sticks with granules) divided into 4 servings 1 hour before meals & before bedtime; must not be taken together with iron.

Intake figures are for adults weighing 60–80 kg. The Web-Doctor adjusts the dosage to your body weight.

Treat acutely or prevent?

Acute treatment

This recommendation is designed for acute treatment: the nutrients are taken until the symptoms clearly subside — usually over several weeks. If symptoms persist, the further duration of intake belongs in medical hands.

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Dr. med. Heinz Lüscher

Heinz Lüscher, MD, is an orthomolecular physician, vital substances expert and head physician of the Wise Medicine AG practice. He is enthusiastic about the possibilities offered by natural, sustainable and people-oriented medicine and wants to combine the best of conventional and complementary medicine. Mehr zum Autor