Futures trading: Can long COVID be made shorter with good nutrition?

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Futures trading: Can long COVID be made shorter with good nutrition?

3 August 2022

Leigh O'Brien

Wednesday 3 August 2022, 12:25 AM

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A healthy diet is an integral part of managing long COVID, decreasing the risk of symptom exacerbation and nutrient deficiencies. Dietitian Leigh O’Brien provides pointers for maintaining adequate nutrition in people with long COVID and lists some dietary strategies which may help to manage symptoms

Key points, Consider vitamin D supplementation in patients with long COVID, especially during winter or in those unable to get outside. Gut microbiome disturban, Pract Green w Pale Yellow

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