Five ways to lose pandemic pounds – The Manila Times

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The ongoing pandemic and its ensuing stay-at-home mandate may have made it more difficult for some to keep a healthy weight — and for a good reason. TheManilaTimes

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With quarantine measures gradually easing, getting back to a healthier weight isn’t just possible — it should be a priority.“Being overweight and obese increase your risk of severe illness from Covid-19,” Dr. Wassmer explained, “Obesity is linked to impaired immune function and it decreases lung capacity and can make ventilation more difficult. As the body mass index increases, so too does the risk of death from Covid-19 and developing chronic illnesses in the future.

2. Make healthy choices. Include whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and lean protein in your meals, and do practice portion control. Dr. Wassmer added, “Also, ditch the sugary-sweet sodas or milk tea for water, and avoid drinking coffee 4-6 hours before bedtime since the caffeine may disrupt your sleep.”

“Expressing your anxiety, whether through the written or spoken word, somehow eases the burden you carry in your mind,” Dr. Wassmer pointed out. “It also allows you to hear or read your thoughts, so you know whether your fears are rational or unfounded.” /* inline tdc_css att */ .td_uid_107_609b6ba641931_rand{ margin-bottom:40px !important; } /* custom css */ .td_uid_107_609b6ba641931_rand .tdm-btn { height: auto; padding: 0px; } body .td_uid_108_609b6ba6902e6:before { background-color: #c3251d; } .td_uid_108_609b6ba6902e6, .td_uid_108_609b6ba6902e6:before { border-radius: 10px; } .

“The anxieties and depression caused by the contagious COVID-19, joblessness, and the uncertainties of the times and the loneliness from being away from loved ones can make people focus less on following a healthier lifestyle. Stress eating, losing sleep, having limited access to healthy food, and spending more time inactive can also contribute to weight gain.”

“This will curb your tendency to sit or lie around indefinitely as well as eat whenever you like,” the expert explained.

 

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