If you or anyone you know is recovering from COVID-19 at home, these tips are for you. Symptoms from Covid-19 typically resolve within a few days. The first seven to ten days is the time when a patient’s condition can abruptly deteriorate. So, if your symptoms feel crucial visit a hospital immediately.
** Following tips are suggested by Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Suneel Dhand of MedStoic Lifestyle Medicine. As each individual patient’s health condition can vary for different reasons, we suggest you consult with a doctor first if you have been diagnosed with COVID before following these tips.**
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1. Rest and give your body time for a few days to heal while you are recovering.
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2. To reduce the risk of blood clots, get up and move about every so often.
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3. Eat soft food like soups as much as you can till you recover from COVID-19.
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4. Keep up your fluid intake as much as possible while you are infected.
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5. Lie on your belly as opposed to your back as much as you can while resting till you get recovered.
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6. Increase your vitamin C intake by taking orange juice, other citrus fruits, red and green peppers or vitamin C supplements for some days.
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7. Take vitamin D by having supplements or a glass of milk regularly.
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8. Boost up your mood in any way possible by doing things like watching your favorite TV show, reading a book, chatting with friends over the phone, etc.
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9. Take tylenol (acetaminophen) in the USA or Paracetamol in the UK as your doctor suggests.
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10. Gargle frequently with saltwater or Listerine.
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11. Avoid alcohol and cigarettes while you are diagnosed with COVID19.