Introduction
As the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread around the world, it is important to understand the symptoms of the virus and how to protect yourself. One of the most common symptoms of COVID-19 is a fever, which is usually the first sign that someone has contracted the virus. However, there are other symptoms that people with COVID-19 may experience, such as fatigue, body aches, and loss of appetite. In this article, we will discuss what people with COVID-19 should eat and what they should avoid in order to stay healthy and recover quickly. We will also provide tips on how to maintain a healthy diet while dealing with the virus.
People with COVID Usually Feel This First — Eat This Not That
If you have been diagnosed with COVID-19, you may be wondering what to expect in terms of symptoms. While the virus can cause a wide range of symptoms, there are some that are more common than others. The most common symptom of COVID-19 is a fever, which is usually the first sign that something is wrong. Other common symptoms include a dry cough, fatigue, and shortness of breath.
It is important to note that not everyone with COVID-19 will experience the same symptoms. Some people may have mild symptoms, while others may have more severe symptoms. It is also important to remember that the severity of symptoms can vary from person to person.
When it comes to eating, it is important to make sure that you are eating healthy foods that will help to boost your immune system. Eating a balanced diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains can help to keep your body strong and healthy. It is also important to avoid processed and sugary foods, as these can weaken your immune system.
It is also important to stay hydrated. Drinking plenty of water can help to flush out toxins and keep your body functioning properly. Additionally, it is important to get plenty of rest and to avoid stress as much as possible. Stress can weaken your immune system and make it harder for your body to fight off the virus.
If you have been diagnosed with COVID-19, it is important to follow the advice of your doctor and to take all necessary precautions to protect yourself and others. Eating a healthy diet, getting plenty of rest, and avoiding stress can help to keep your body strong and healthy. Remember, the best way to protect yourself and others is to practice social distancing and wear a face mask when in public.
The Omicron BA.4 subvariant is spreading across South Africa and parts of Europe, and could lead to another COVID-19 surge in the U.S. “We’re definitely entering a resurgence in South Africa, and it seems to be driven entirely by BA.4 and BA.5,” says Penny Moore, Ph.D., a virologist at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa. “We’re seeing crazy numbers of infections. Just within my lab, I have six people off sick.” So what warning signs should people be looking for? Here are five symptoms of COVID-19 to be aware of, according to virus experts. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.
Some of the earliest signs of COVID-19 are sore throat and other cold-like symptoms, experts say. “We’re seeing a lot of sore throat, runny nose, fatigue and mild headache,” says Dr. Rahul Sharma, emergency physician-in-chief at the New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center.
While no one should deliberately expose themselves to COVID-19, vaccinated people who have previously been infected with the virus have “hybrid immunity”. “Hybrid immunity is really the most robust correlate of protection against severe disease and death,” says Galit Alter, Ph.D., professor of medicine at Harvard Medical School. “Even folks who’ve gotten two shots … don’t seem to do as well at resisting COVID-19 as folks who had hybrid immunity due to infection either before or after vaccination. There is something special about seeing the virus in its entirety.”
“The Network for Genomic Surveillance in South Africa continues to closely monitor SARS-CoV-2 variants and sub-lineages circulating in SA. Work is also ongoing to determine the impact of the BA.4 and BA.5 mutations on the virus,” says Dr. Nicole Wolter of the National Institute for Communicable Diseases. “We have not observed an increase in hospitalizations. However, the situation is being monitored closely. There is currently no indication that this will change with BA.4 and BA.5.”
Even if you’ve previously had COVID-19 and are vaccinated, reinfection can happen with new variants. “Reinfections will become the norm, but what we hope is repeat infections will be milder each time as natural immunity combined with vaccination generates strong protection,” says James McCaw, an epidemiologist and mathematical biologist with the University of Melbourne. “We will get reinfected, and we are most likely to be reinfected by new versions of the virus, which are immunologically different. It’s going to happen more and more because it’s the only way for the virus to establish itself. It will be around forever because of reinfections.”
People who are living with long COVID may not realize they have it, experts say. “Now over the last year we know that you don’t necessarily have to be hospitalized to get long COVID, that it ranges from people who are mildly to moderately symptomatic to individuals who are actually requiring hospitalization,” says Dr. Anthony Fauci.
Follow the public health fundamentals and help end this pandemic, no matter where you live—get vaccinated or boosted ASAP; if you live in an area with low vaccination rates, wear an N95 face mask, don’t travel, social distance, avoid large crowds, don’t go indoors with people you’re not sheltering with (especially in bars), practice good hand hygiene, and to protect your life and the lives of others, don’t visit any of these 35 Places You’re Most Likely to Catch COVID.
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