Loss of Smell: Post-Infection Damage to Brain

[@donnadavis9739]

Thank you for this information. I lost my sense of smell and most tastes, in December after the V. I used NAC 500 mg as needed as a decongestant during that time. I started Alpha R Lipoic Acid 100 mg daily 6 days ago. Today, day 6, my sense of smell seems to have fully returned!! I’m thrilled!

[@TwinkleFacePainting]

Hi Dr Lynch! You have been our hero so many times over, we thank God for you! My sister, 2 nieces and myself all loss sense of taste and smell after Covid. We have started your Vit A/ zinc regimen and it didn’t help to much, so just ordered the PQQ to hopefully make the difference. We all have slight recovery but still weird smells and not proper taste in all foods. We all also experienced massive hair loss post Covid, about 3 months post. Every time I brushed or washed my hair it looked like I was going through chemotherapy. I ordered everyone the Folinic Acid B12 combo, after taking for 2 weeks my hair has stopped falling out!!! Want to encourage everyone it works!!! 🌸Hugs & Aloha- Liz

[@pauladaniela5838]

Hi! Did you have any progress with the loss of taste and smell?

[@timnardoni1885]

Yes, I would like an update, too! 🤗

[@lh4649]

Can you post the list of supplements and dosage here?

[@terriem3922]

I lost my sense of smell in 1985 in LA after having the flu. I didn't even know until one day a decade later, I suddenly smelled cut green grass, which I always smelled as a child. Unfortunately, it only lasted a few seconds 😢. I can smell sulfur dioxide and perfume at 20x amount, but not the subtle smells in it.

[@Offthebeatenpath.]

Thank you for this video!

[@weightmn]

Dr Lynch this is such amazing information. My family member has suffered from a traumatic brain injury and lost her sense of smell. Also had Covid a while back and lost her sense of taste and smell, it’s been this way for months. Really appreciate this information. We will be getting right on this!!! As always we appreciate your help! 🙏🏼

[@timnardoni1885]

Any news?

[@smcatchings]

Thank you so much for going over this. We appreciate all that you do. I was starting to get my smell/taste back about 4 months after covid and then suddenly got parosmia. I've hardly heard anyone discuss this side effect of covid.

[@DrBenLynch]

yep - it's key. any infection wipes out some nutrients which then harms other areas of the body. and some infections target certain genes harder which make things even harder to overcome. definitely try the PQQ Lozenge and be sure you have a solid multivitamin in there as well like Multivitamin One.

[@tricialucero9972]

Sharon have you had any success? I am in the same boat with parosmia and it’s miserable

[@smcatchings]

@@tricialucero9972 Hi there. No unfortunately I still have it since Oct 2021. I did find support groups on FB where thousands of others got parosmia after covid. At least I don't feel so alone in this, due to the groups

[@sarahboutwell4391]

I was told that rose oil and frankincense under the nose will fix this. Haven’t done this yet but am willing to try everything to get my smell back. It’s been 6 months since I was sick.

[@timnardoni1885]

Any news, Sarah?

[@timnardoni1885]

Hi, Dr. Lynch. My adopted daughter had at age 19 what seemed like a light case of covid in October 2020 but lost and still has not regained her sense of smell and taste. Sandra reminded me that her sense of smell and taste wasn't great before that, probably due to fetal/early childhood neglect and/or fetal alcohol type brain damage. Do you think this protocol would help her, in light of those additional challenges? Thank you for these informative videos!

[@marcierenee15]

I lost taste/smell with C and zinc lozenges (with food in stomach!) brought it back.

[@aleay7779]

Thank you sooo much for this valuable information Dr. Lynch

[@ladyhawkeuk]

Hi. I live in the UK. I am 54 and have had loss of both smell and taste for a number of years now and was told it was due to my nasal Polyps, is this true? Glad I came across this, I follow you on Facebook and your knowledge and information are absolutely amazing. Thanks.

[@luchiadance]

Get yourself an active B12 test. Loss of taste and smell is an early sign of B12 deficiency. And bare in mind that the minimum limit is set far too low. In Japan the minimum serum B12 level is 500, in the UK its just 110. At 110 you feel at deaths door.

[@maelieff]

So informative. What are the dosages for Vit A and Zinc

[@amyharrington7883]

Thanks very much. I recently had an @ home sleep study and had to wear a plastic cannula in my nose. It had a very strong smell. The following week got sick with a major cold and I haven’t had smell or taste at all for 3 weeks. Doing zinc , I’ll add the pqq and vit A. I’m sensitive to NAC.

[@loispanzer6530]

Thank you so much for getting this info out to people. I have been helped by you tremendously in recovering from sibo.You mentioned taking pqq up to 3 times a day if needed. How do you determine how often? I have lost my taste and smell since getting covid at the the beginning of the year even though i take recommended amounts of vitamin A in the form of cod liver oil and zinc . I also take NAC but loss of smell still persists after 4 months. Since taking pqq my insomnia has greatly improved from severe insomnia to now easily falling asleep but still I'm waking up at 3am every day and struggling to get back to sleep. Does taking pqq in the morning and evening help with the?

[@suemcfarland4529]

This very helpful

[@ambermyers5257]

How often do we do the zinc and PCQ?

[@teriburton848]

It's been at least 2 months since my COVID illness. Still no smell. Food sure does taste different as well.

[@krismota409]

I lost my sense of smell due to covid-19. Since then I regained smell, except I smell a “nutty” scent from time to time. Almost like everything g smells the same until I get closer. By everything I mean the “nutty” scent.

[@allicb22]

I had *it* about a year ago- along with a secondary bacterial sinus infection- and loss my sense of smell and taste for a couple weeks or so, when they started coming back, most things tasted and smelled bad/wrong for months (lots of things all had the same rotten smell). It sucked. Things are mostly back to normal now, but every now and then I’ll notice some things still have that off smell. (For example, sometimes bananas are ok but other times they still taste and smell terrible.) My question is, what kind of protocol of PQQ and/or glutathione should I try- since it’s been so long since the initial viral infection that caused this damage? I want to fix my brain! (I also experienced severe anxiety and panic attacks when I was sick, so hearing that too much glutathione may cause anxiety makes me a bit nervous to try it.) Appreciate your time!

[@elizabethcalkins9670]

Hello, Dr. Lynch! I’m on day 3 of a Cvd infection. I have headache, exhaustion, and throw up once a day. I’m taking zinc, C, D, Quercitin & ivermectin. My taste & smell has disappeared! How much glutathione should I start with? I’m prone to anxiety, should I not take this? I also have NAC, is that a good (better) place to start? Thank you!!

[@DrBenLynch]

NAC may be better yes - or the PQQ Lozenge. But use what you have. If the NAC isn't enough, then I'd lean towards adding PQQ Lozenge and perhaps your zinc supplement is trash. Zinc supplements are not created equal.

[@elizabethcalkins9670]

@@DrBenLynch I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to respond to my comment; I will take your advice! So grateful for the work you are doing! You are changing and saving lives!

[@lh4649]

Do you offer personal consultations? Please email me. Thank you

[@janannesettle9070]

I currently take NAC and did not know it would help with my loss of taste and smell until I watch this video. Dr. Lynch, should I take any of the others listed in addition to NAC? It's been 2months on the supplement with a little improvement.

[@BE4709]

Hi Dr. Lynch! How many PQQ lozenges can we take a day for taste and smell? Also, you mention at the end taking Vitamin C and glutathione at the same time - is this ok? I thought I heard not to take them both at the same time.

[@Fit-md6nh]

Can children take recommended supplements?

[@starweavertx8806]

Thank you for this valuable information! I lose my sense of taste every time I get an upper respiratory infection. Luckily it has always returned within a few days of recovery. I haven’t been sick since 2019 which I credit to all my increased supplements to prevent the 👑.

[@amberdawn7011]

I do too! But with this junk it has been 4 months now and it’s just barely back. It was also basically my only symptom.

[@tiannatalks7391]

Dr. Lynch do you take these same supplements to aid your immune system during an infection and then continue the same supplements after to replenish or are there different cocktails?

[@majaottka9463]

What about Vit A mentioned in previous video? Thank you for ur help .

[@majaottka9463]

Should still be taken ? Will really appreciate that , because of covid I lost my smell and taste

[@Daissweetest]

I have Parkinsons and smell and taste is barley thier, but I think my family had covid one person had no symptoms but tested twice for positive, I didn't get tested but had fever for 4 days, head hurt weak and completely lost smell and taste, I can smell sometimes now and taste a little. Ceylon cinnamon has helped smell for Parkinsons.

[@jillwilson1562]

Thank you for this info. I’m dealing with the smell and taste issue. I just got my Seeking Health order in. I have been taking Zinc and NAC for almost two years and still suffering from smell and taste issue. Can my teen son take and Glutathione ? I will definitely start my children on PQQ.

[@denise4452]

I had covid & lost smell & taste. I feel like my sense of smell is back fully, but my taste… I have been struggling with. It’s definitely better but food is still bland. Some more than others & some days are worse than others too! I am currently taking Zinc, multivitamin, fish oil & vitamin C. I have heard about PQQ & Vitamin A to help with taste/smell & have also heard vitamin B & D can be helpful. I am currently breastfeeding & im wondering if you could possibly recommend the best supplements to add to my list? I’ve been struggling with anxiety, stress & depression due to this & I just want to be “normal” again. PLEASE. & thank you in advance!

[@viriaguilera6442]

What would help for parosmia while pregnant??? Please help.

[@julietodd1149]

I read today that taking elevated zinc for too long will lead to neurological issues... think that's true?

[@carolinas4161]

Doctor thank you so much for your help and for all you do. I have a question…I had headaches when I started Covid (felt like electrical shocks to my brain) then every other symptom then the loss of taste/smell. My senses came back after a week, but occasionally I still get a headache on my left side. Why is this? I am taking zinc, but c, vit d. I also took iver, zpack, and prednisone after like 5 days of all the symptoms. I felt I was late but who knows. After feeling sick and not improving, I was scared and found a doc to treat me. Worse thing I did was take Tylenol as I learned from you . 😞

[@shannonkorczynski5453]

I have noticed an elevated sense of smell and food tastes strange. How can that be managed? Or should it?

[@sandyk9270]

Is it the same for people who have sense of taste and smell which has been altered after viral infection? For instance, with particular foods, my son smells something like gasoline and my mom smells something like dumpster with the smell of meat.

[@everythingzen6314]

What would be the best course of action for both sinus pressure and loss of smell? I'm currently taking 1800 mg of NAC as well as your brand of glutathione. Would PQQ or histamine block be better? Thank you!

[@LD-yq7cl]

how long are you taking 1800 mg ?

[@everythingzen6314]

@@LD-yq7cl two weeks then down to 600 mg as preventative

[@DrBenLynch]

I'd say both PQQ Lozenge and Histamine Block Plus. The PQQ may help support healthy levels of oxidative stress and thus support your brain. Histamine Block Plus may help support healthy histamine levels and thus support your sinus pressure.

[@everythingzen6314]

Thank you, Dr. Lynch!

[@rosannamagnisi]

Godspeed Dr. Lynch. Of course they wouldn't consider sharing helpful information like this. Dr. Mikovitz talks about Glutathione and how it plays a role of elderly survivability of this illness. I guess as you age, levels of natural Glutathione are reduced. Thanks & be well.

[@jjaj888]

Is NAC safe to take while pregnant? What about alpha- lipoic acid?

[@haleyturner8186]

Did you ever find any info about if alpha- lipoic acid was safe during pregnancy? I am 7 months pregnant and have lost my sense of smell...

[@DrBenLynch]

research hasn't looked at it. I'd consider PQQ Lozenge instead.

[@DrBenLynch]

I'd consider PQQ Lozenge along with a comprehensive prenatal like Optimal Prenatal - which has higher zinc levels and other supportive nutrients like carnitine. In fact, our Optimal Prenatal also has PQQ in it. www.seekinghealth.com/collections/prenatal-vitamins/products/optimal-prenatal-240-capsules

[@haleyturner8186]

@@DrBenLynch thank you so much!

[@jamesgrant6439]

what's the pqq

[@DrBenLynch]

hi James - it's a fantastic antioxidant. www.seekinghealth.com/products/pqq-lozenge-30-lozenges

[@melodievanderwal1593]

My sense of smell left me some years back. I noticed it following a period in my life when I was wearing a heavy duty respirator for up to 8 hrs/day d/t the farming business we were operating. Would I follow your recommendations here?

[@DrBenLynch]

can't hurt. I'd also get a sauna and sweat out those chemicals you were exposed to. I grew up on a ranch and was exposed to sprayers for years. They made me so sick. Sauna is key. resources.seekinghealth.com/dr-ben-lynch-how-to-sauna-guide

[@taryn_elizabeth]

hi! I'm 14 weeks pregnant are these safe? thanks! also I have parosmia where things taste rancid and nasty

[@artsiecrafty4164]

What is PQ5GNQ4?

[@DrBenLynch]

not sure

[@mariaherbert1469]

Never had a sence ol.smell Probalbly from childhood bronchal pneuminia. Bad eyesight too. Taste is limited. Lived with it for 56 years so far. Not got dementia. Yet.

[@DrBenLynch]

support with these. at least PQQ Lozenge and Optimal Liposomal Glutathione Plus

[@tracykoyle495]

My husband has had loss of taste and smell(not completely but most of it) for 1.5 years post infection. What all would you recommend we get? We have taken liquid Zinc and vitamin D with no change.

[@timnardoni1885]

Tracy, did you see Dr. Lynch's other video? You'll want details from this, where he talks about Vitamin A drops + Zinc lozenges: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hWHSpZhrerKJjKs

[@fr33bird.33]

Not sure if I have covid but I have a lot of pressure in my head and my ears are clogged. Has anyone experienced this?

[@melissaharnly2916]

Look on KZbin for lymphatic massage. These are simple methods to naturally clear your ears, nose and throat from congestion. They work!

[@elizabethdevente2052]

I had a cold a month before the virus which I got a few weeks ago. One of my ears is still clogged. That’s so interesting that you say this. I’ve never had clogged ears with a cold.

[@fr33bird.33]

@@elizabethdevente2052 wow that’s interesting you say that as well!! I am not even that congested either and I tested negative yesterday

[@fr33bird.33]

@@melissaharnly2916 thank you! I was massaging my neck and throat a lot yesterday to drain my lymphnodes!! 💚💚💚

[@notsogreen]

Clogged ears, tinnitus, even hearing loss, as well as headache has often been mentioned in those with omicron. The virus can enter and infect cells in the ear canal causing inflammation as the immune system tries to attack the invading virus.

[@lisajohnston6368]

I am on month 17 of this!! My mind is less sharp & I’m so afraid this virus has done damage that we won’t be told about until years in the future. Our Doctors are not taking us seriously on this issue.

[@amberdawn7011]

I lost my taste and smell October 1st and it has barely come back. It was basically my only symptoms aside from very very mild cold symptoms that were almost non existant. Should I start with 1 pqq lozenge a day and increase if nothing happens? How long should I allow for those to help the issue before moving on?

[@Gornik92]

I'm 15 months after COVID and still haven't regained my sense of smell and taste . I have anosmia/hyposmia and problems with tasting . What should I do ?

[@DrBenLynch]

Id consider what I discussed in this video along with Zinc Lozenges.

[@Gornik92]

@@DrBenLynch Is it possible to get it back after that long time ? Some doctors told me it's too late ...

[@luchiadance]

Get B12 shots along with folic acid. Check for other symptoms of a B12 deficiency.

[@alien-hs1zn]

@@Gornik92 get all your vitamins checked asap because there’s a reason why it’s lasting this long plus doctors they don’t know crap they never try to get to the root cause they just try to treat the symptoms the olfactory system can regenerate it takes a while but we’ll get there

[@charlottebirgittethomsen4273]

@@Gornik92 how are you

[@skltr21]

how much pqq daily?

[@HomeopathMama]

In the video I think I heard him say 20 mg 1-3x/day. I’m curious about dosage on the Vit A and Zinc.

[@summergirlsmokey]

What about getting your smell/ taste back... However I have been still suffering from from sinus pressure and some dizziness :(

[@DrBenLynch]

I discuss it in the video. Sinus pressure is different. That’s related to high histamine. Consider Histamine Block Plus www.seekinghealth.com/products/histamine-block-plus-60-capsules

[@rhiannongilgil7114]

Will this also help if i can smell but smell Is distorted? Food in particular doesn’t smell right and strong smelling foods stink to me, I’m 6 months past cvd at this point.

[@debbiefring]

Thank you so much!

[@Sara-ky5nf]

Can a 14 year old have all these supplements?

[@DrBenLynch]

yes. but start with just one. add one at a time. start with PQQ Lozenge and then Optimal Glutathione Plus

[@sarahgallagher8233]

My bottle of R-Lipoic Acid doesn’t start Alpha, is this the same thing?

[@DrBenLynch]

yes. make sure it’s a capsule. tablets are garbage.

[@sarahgallagher8233]

@@DrBenLynch yes, it’s a capsule. Thanks!

[@LD-yq7cl]

PQQ is super expensive , studies say 100x better than vitamin C, but compare 20 mg pqq with 2000 mg vit c (100x more), but I pay 15-20 dollar for 1.000.000 MG = 1 KG of vitamin C or 500 doses of 2 gram (2000 mg)... I checked for import from China, but some are super cheap or fake as they quote 200$ for 100 grams, and what do you get from a bottle? 20 mg x 60 = 1.2 gram (1200 mg) for 30$++ ???

[@DrBenLynch]

comparing PQQ to vitamin C based on just taking more C is not how it works. Actually, vitamin C in high amounts acts as a PROoxidant - not an antioxidant. So you'd not only be stuck on the toilet using that much C but you'd also be blasting your cells and oxidizing them.

[@ErinEnjoyingthisJourney]

Thank you for this informative walkthrough! My husband has been dealing with a tricky symptom since his natural recovery last year. His sense of smell went away while he was sick and then came back, but things don't smell how they used to. His body odor, for example, to him (not to me or anyone else) smells like onions sauteing. Alkaline water smells like mint leaves. Bizarre, right? The whole time he was sick he took zinc, D3/k2, and vitamin A. But this one symptom persists. Would PQQ be a good option or perhaps glutathione?

[@DrBenLynch]

Id start with PQQ Lozenge. a few times a day. Id add Optimal Liposomal Glutathione Plus a couple weeks in.

[@ErinEnjoyingthisJourney]

@@DrBenLynchPerfect! I'll reply back with the results - I truly appreciate your reply!

[@LD-yq7cl]

so as long as I can smell my bad farts, I am ok, looooooooooooooool

[@DrBenLynch]

lucky you ;)

[@putmama]

I can’t find NAC anywhere now. :(

[@DrBenLynch]

here you are 😊. www.seekinghealth.com/products/nac-n-acetyl-l-cysteine-90-capsules