To stay healthy during this period get a supplement of Vitamin C if u can to boost your immunity. If you are not able to, eat lots of vitamin C containing fruits such as oranges and other citrus fruits.
If there are children in the house, let them not go outside to play with other children. They should also be indoors. Ongoing research suggests that children are not getting severe Covid 19 disease but can transmit it to adults who then can get more severe disease
If you have symptoms similar to those of Covid 19, call your doctorfirst before you leave the house. Do not just go to hospital as you may put others at risk. Listen to the instructions your doctor will tell you on what to do.
For diabetics and Hypertensives, take your medicines regularly. Eat healthy choices of food to keep your sugar in check. Ensure both BP and sugar are well controlled. If not well controlled, call your doctor who may adjust the dose of your medication.
Whatever you do, Don’t leave the house unless recommended by your doctor. It will be helpful to have your BP machine and glucometer with you at home.
Drink a lot of water to stay well hydrated.
Do exercises at home to stay fit and encourage blood circulation. Skipping a rope, push ups, treadmill exercises, stationary bike, lifting weights, squats and crunches are possible exercises that one can do at home.
As much as possible, stay put in the house with no visitors. Use digital technology to communicate with your friends and relatives.
 Avoid stress by watching relaxing movies, reading a book, listening to music etc.
Reduce your alcohol consumption.
For asthmatics, have your inhaler with you at home and call your doctor in case you get an attack.
For smokers, this is not the time to continue smoking. Be courageous and stop smoking. You need your lung capacity to be optimum at this time.
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