Since the start of the pandemic, we have seen patients recover in the initial (acute phase), yet still suffer from symptoms such as sweating, intermittent headaches, joint pain and fatigue lasting weeks (even months) after recovery. Long Covid is now a recognised condition, to which dedicated clinics are being setup and endorsed to care for these patients. i.e Long Covid is a real and relevant condition!!
For some patients, a five-minute walk or taking the stairs has become a daunting task despite being clear of covid on any tests (i.e no active infection present). This ‘residual’ weakness post COVID is tiring both on the body and mind, sending some patient into depressive states.
Why does it happen?
The reason for these generalised residual symptoms, partly lies in the fact to fight the infection the body has to expend energy, and when coupled to a decreased appetite whilst feverish, it is only natural that the body will become depleted and weak.
Following on from this, nutritional levels and immunity (i.e vaccine status) are some of the factors which determine severity of the weakness. As the pandemic continues and studies are undertake many different contributors are being highlighted which have led to a general population deficient in many nutrients.
I.e working from home = decrease sunlight exposure, leading to reduced vitamin D levels. This is important as many studies have shown a connection with vitamin D deficiency contributing to an increased morbidity and even mortality outcomes in patients.
What Can I Do?
A key takeaway is the need to supplement the body with good amounts of nutrients, vitamins, and proteins, and which are easy to digest or even in their 'digested' state. This enable the body to continue the fight against the bug, without pulling from your own stores. As mentioned before when feeling unwell eating is sometimes the last thing you want to do. This is where precise and high quality supplementation comes into play, to caveat the decrease diet and ensure your body has the right fuel and tools to fight.
Act now!
Why wait until you are unwell?! Any healthcare professional will state prevention is better than treatment so do not wait until you are 'under the weather' to replenish your body! The need to take action now, is increased by the knowledge immunity cannot be built in a day or even a few weeks. Give your future self the best position to quickly and effective combat any foreign invaders 😉
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