(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Deemed as a global health threat by the world health organization (who) the deadly corona virus also took its toll in other countries apart from the middle east.
1. observe proper food safety precautions
the general rule is to avoid eating raw or undercooked meat. before eating fruits and vegetables make sure they are peeled first and washed properly under clean water. for unpasteurized milk heat it to 70 degrees celsius before consuming. store food in clean containers and refrigerators to avoid bacterial contamination.
2. maintain personal hygiene
the best way to actually avoid any disease is to maintain proper hygiene at all times. simply washing your hands thoroughly with soap goes a long way. practice this habit especially after you sneeze cough use a public toilet and after you eat. when preparing food make sure you washed your hands first or at least use a sanitizer or alcohol.
3. cover your nose and mouth
mers can easily spread through sneezing. cover your nose and mouth with a tissue whenever you cough or sneeze in a public place. also immediately throw the tissue in the trash. avoid touching your eyes nose and mouth with unsanitized hands as these will help spreading germs.
4. drink lots of fluids
keeping your body hydrated at all times is a good immune system booster. drink plenty of fluids and take a full rest to replenish your body. a strong immune system reduces susceptibility to mers.
5. improve your diet and start exercising
the key to a healthy body is a healthy diet and exercise. make sure you have a balanced diet for all your meals. if you think you need vitamin or mineral supplements consult your doctor first. while vitamins don’t cure any disease they sure help the body function optimally. another important thing is exercise. exercise helps improve blood flow strengthens bones and muscles improves flexibility and increases stamina. a healthy body is more likely to stay away from diseases.
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