EnergyMD Podcast How Long Does it Take to Resolve Long COVID? with Evan H. Hirsch, MD
Dec 17, 2025
Discover the often underestimated timeline for recovering from long COVID. Hear about the 'Toxic Five' culprits—heavy metals, chemicals, mold, infections, and nervous system dysfunction—that can hinder healing. Learn why typical treatments like ivermectin might not work without addressing these root issues. Understand the limits of conventional testing and the importance of mindset in your recovery journey. Plus, find out how a nicotine patch might even play a role in your path to healing.
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Long COVID Is Broad And Common
- Long COVID is persistent symptoms after a viral illness since 2020 and can include over 250 different symptoms.
- About 36% of people who get COVID have symptoms lasting longer than three months, meeting the long COVID definition.
The 'Toxic Five' Predispose To Long COVID
- Evan Hirsch names the 'toxic five' as heavy metals, chemicals, molds, infections, and nervous system dysfunction.
- These predisposing factors accumulate and let COVID become the 'straw that breaks the camel's back.'
Antivirals Alone Often Aren't Enough
- Directly targeting the virus (ivermectin, vitamins) may help some but often fails if toxic five remain untreated.
- Persistent symptoms after such treatments usually indicate underlying predisposing toxins or infections.