Experts share their nutrition and exercise recommendations to overcome COVID infection.
Doctors talked about the optimal diet for people with active COVID infection, as well as what to focus on in order to eventually recover without lingering symptoms. Also, do not miss whether it is possible to return to physical activity with a residual cough, reports the Chronicle.info with reference to TSN.
However, you should not treat these recommendations as universal. Each person's case is individual. If you have tested positive for coronavirus, you should talk to your doctor about your specific needs.
Drink more water
Especially with the latest Omicron, sore throat is a clear symptom of COVID. Drinking regimen in this case needs to be strengthened.
COVID-19 can also cause vomiting and diarrhea, so it is very important to stay hydrated.
When you are sick with COVID, you may have muscle aches, fever, nasal congestion, nausea and/or vomiting. Drink plenty of fluids during this stage. Keep water near the bed. Drink compote, broth, tea or water with lemon and honey.
Eat grated and simple food
Most of the time spent with COVID, patients have no appetite. Many do not even have the strength to get up and eat. Therefore, puree soup, scrambled eggs, juices or fruit purees will be the best menu options. And yogurt, nut butter will give you strength by replenishing the protein deficiency without causing nausea.
Boost your immunity with a nutrient-rich diet
A nutritious diet is important whether you have recovered or while you feel unwell.
Good sources of protein (meat, fish, eggs, cheese, beans and lentils) help restore strength and muscle.
Medicine recommends eating foods high in vitamin C, vitamin D and zinc.
Fatty fish, mushrooms, and egg yolks provide vitamin D, as do fortified foods such as milk, orange juice, and whole grains. When it comes to zinc, doctors recommend looking into beans and chickpeas, bananas, and nuts.
If you plan to take a supplement, we recommend talking to your family doctor first.
There are several small studies that may show benefits in fighting viral diseases with vitamin C, zinc. While larger studies are needed to see if this is a true effect, the risks are very low. However, if you have chronic health problems, especially kidney and liver disease, you should check with your doctor before taking any supplements.
One of the common symptoms of coronavirus is loss of taste and smell or changing how your taste buds perceive food.
Increase your fiber intake to help relieve constipation
Defecation can be difficult after experiencing COVID.
Dehydration, low-fiber foods, certain medications, and emotional stress can all contribute to constipation. Fiber is abundant in fruits, vegetables, beans, oatmeal, peas, nuts, and seeds.
Don't exercise too much
Exercise is probably the last thing on your mind during COVID. But once the fever subsides and you've been in bed for a few days and the symptoms are gone, you might think you're ready to go back to your normal daily routine, but be careful.
Because the coronavirus can cause shortness of breath and physical fatigue. exercise should be moderate.
Start with walking.
If you experience moderate symptoms such as fever, shortness of breath or body aches, intense exercise is contraindicated. They can increase your risk of developing myocarditis or inflammation of the heart muscle.
While recovering, walk for 30-45 minutes daily, and also do breathing exercises.
If you are hospitalized with COVID or you have experienced severe symptoms, even if you feel better, you need to talk to your doctor to get permission to exercise. And no matter how mild or severe your illness is, wait until you feel normal.
And when you first start exercising after an illness, start with 50% of your normal load and duration, gradually increasing it by 10–15% per week.