Staying Healthy In A Viral World!




Staying Healthy In A Viral World

Tips For Staying Healthy During The Coronavirus Pandemic



 

  •    *Nutrition – The best medicine for staying healthy is an “anti-inflammatory” diet consisting of natural foods, minimally altered in preparation.  Avoiding processed, fried, preserved and refined food sources is kay to staying healthy in a viral world.

 

  • *   Weight/Obesity/Diabetes – There are few chronic disorders more destructive than uncontrolled diabetes.  85% of diabetics are overweight.   Controlling weight is a key to staying healthy in a viral world.

 

  • *   Physical Activity – “If you cannot find the time to exercise, you better find the time to be sick!” – Kenneth Cooper, MD   Simple physical activity such as fast-walking can provide cardiovascular benefits and help to stay healthy in a viral world.

  •          Smoking – Smoke inhalation, nicotine, tar and carbon monoxide increase the risk of heart disease, raises cholesterol levels, increases blood clotting, weakens the immune system, increases insulin resistance and diabetic complications.  Smoking cessation is key to staying healthy in a viral world

 

  •            Breathing/Sleep – The most important physiologic function is breathing, delivering oxygen to every cell in the body. Proper breathing and sleep are key to staying healthy in a viral world.

 

  • *   Oral Health – The mouth is the gateway to the whole body and what happens in one part of the body affects the entire person.  Inflammation in the mouth, aka gingivitis or periodontitis, affects the immune system which makes it harder for the body to fight off other diseases.  Oral health is key to staying healthy in a viral world

 

  • *   Stress Management – Chronic stress creates a “flight or fight” release of stress hormones that can negatively affect heart health, insulin resistance and diabetes.  Stress management is a key to staying healthy in a viral world.


At Loveland Family Dentistry, we want all of our patients to experience the best health that they can achieve.  Contact us at 970-667-6101 for more information about how we can partner with you!

 Please tell us below if you have any additional tips for staying healthy!


 

 

 

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