Eat well
Sadly, many people who contracted covid were not in the ‘at risk’ groups. Some were not even considered unhealthy or unwell. There are things that you can do to support your physical health though.
- Maintain a strong immune system.
The immune system is your own private army which fights invaders and builds your resistance against these. Eating immune boosting foods such as; onions and garlic which contain vitamin C and folic acid which supports healthy cell division and elimination of harmful substances may help.
Zinc found in lentils, nuts, eggs and chicken is key in so many of our body’s functions, particularly repairing damaged tissue.
Now that it’s warmer it’s also an ideal time to capture 15-20 minutes of daily vitamin D. This is not only beneficial for bone tissue, but also for the development of immune fighting white blood cells.
- Feed your brain
The body consists of a high concentration of fluids, chemicals and salts which maintain everything from blood pressure to healthy kidney function and a healthy weight. This fluid also carries nutrients to all our cells. When we’re dehydrated it can cause brain fog and inhibit your ability to think clearly. Drinking plenty of non-caffeinated fluids (6-8 glasses) can help.
Similarly, when the brain becomes over stimulated because we’ve not eaten or we’re eating too many sugary foods we can find a sharp rise and then plummet in our blood sugar levels. This is when we can feel disorientated and techy and end up with headaches and fluctuating moods. To maintain a healthy stable blood sugar level, try to include snacks like nuts, yogurt, a small piece of fruit, hummus on a rice cake or a couple of oat crackers with nut butter.
Above all, now is the time to be gentle and kind to yourself and to reach out for support when you need it. You may not think it, but we all have so many resources in and around us. Use these and you will get through this next phase.
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