Virus Experts Just Issued This “New Wave” Warning — Eat This Not That

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Introduction

Viruses are a major health concern in today’s world, and experts are warning of a new wave of viruses that could be even more dangerous than before. To protect yourself and your family, it is important to know what to eat and what not to eat. In this article, we will discuss the warning issued by virus experts and provide tips on what to eat and what not to eat to stay safe and healthy. We will also discuss the importance of good hygiene and other preventive measures to help protect yourself and your family from viruses.

Virus Experts Just Issued This “New Wave” Warning — Eat This Not That

Virus experts have issued a warning about a new wave of infections that could be coming soon. They are urging people to take precautions and to be aware of the risks associated with the virus. The experts are also recommending that people eat certain foods to help protect themselves from the virus.

The virus experts are recommending that people eat foods that are high in vitamins and minerals, such as fruits and vegetables. They are also suggesting that people avoid processed foods, as these can contain added sugars and unhealthy fats. Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce can help to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.

The experts are also recommending that people avoid eating foods that are high in sugar, such as candy and soda. Eating too much sugar can weaken the immune system and make it easier for the virus to spread. Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce can help to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.

The experts are also recommending that people avoid eating foods that are high in saturated fats, such as red meat and processed meats. Eating too much saturated fat can increase the risk of heart disease and other health problems. Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce can help to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.

The experts are also recommending that people avoid eating foods that are high in sodium, such as processed foods and canned soups. Eating too much sodium can increase the risk of high blood pressure and other health problems. Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce can help to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.

The experts are also recommending that people avoid eating foods that are high in trans fats, such as fried foods and processed snacks. Eating too much trans fat can increase the risk of heart disease and other health problems. Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce can help to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.

By following the advice of the virus experts, people can help to protect themselves from the virus and reduce the risk of infection. Eating a balanced diet with plenty of fresh produce can help to boost the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.

Don’t think the COVID-19 pandemic is winding down—it might be evolving to become more serious, experts warned this week. BA.4 and BA.5 are the latest subvariants of the highly contagious Omicron COVID variant. They seem to have some characteristics that are concerning to health officials, and they might amount to a new COVID wave altogether. Read on to find out more—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure Signs You’ve Already Had COVID.

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BA.4 and BA.5 were designated “variants of concern” in late May. They were first detected in South Africa in January. Today, they’re rapidly gaining a foothold in the U.S. The CDC said Tuesday that BA.4 and BA.5 now account for 21% of COVID cases nationwide. The two subvariants seem better at escaping protection from vaccines and immunity from previous infections, experts say.

“I’m very concerned,” Dr. Gregory Poland, head of Mayo Clinic’s vaccine research group, told Reuters this week.

Experts say that BA.4 and BA.5’s ability to evade layers of protection make reinfections more likely, which may result in another wave of the virus.   

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Overall, the Omicron variant has produced milder illness than previous COVID variants like Alpha and Delta. That’s because Omicron primarily affects the upper respiratory tract, causing cold- or allergy-like symptoms, instead of settling into the lungs, which made early variants so deadly. 

But this week, the Guardian reported on research from the University of Tokyo that suggests the subvariants BA.4, BA.5, and BA.2.12.1 may have evolved to again target lung cells instead of upper respiratory tract tissue, making them similar to Alpha or Delta. “Our investigations suggest that the risk of [these] Omicron variants, particularly BA.4 and BA.5, to global health is potentially greater than that of original BA.2,” said the study’s lead author, Kei Sato.

“It looks as though these things are switching back to the more dangerous form of infection, so going lower down in the lung,” said Dr. Stephen Griffin, a virologist at the University of Leeds.

As of now, health officials say that BA.4 and BA.5 don’t seem to cause more severe disease than other forms of Omicron, and vaccines and boosters continue to provide robust protection against serious illness. But unvaccinated people are vulnerable, and the virus’s continued ability to mutate means the pandemic is not over (nor is COVID turning into the common cold).

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Follow the fundamentals and help end this pandemic, no matter where you live—get vaccinated 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.

Michael Martin

Michael Martin is a New York City-based writer and editor whose health and lifestyle content has also been published on Beachbody and Openfit. A contributing writer for Eat This, Not That!, he has also been published in New York, Architectural Digest, Interview, and many others. Read more