... "The moment I received my official diagnosis, I dropped all my assumptions about HIV. It was so freeing." -Member of myHIVteamLiving with a chronic condition can be difficult and even a burden, but also an opportunity to rid yourself of what you think you know. Have you heard the saying, "People don't get it until they get it"? ...
Beginner's Mind - Not Knowing It All When Living with HIV
... "The moment I received my official diagnosis, I dropped all my assumptions about HIV. It was so freeing." -Member of myHIVteamLiving with a chronic condition can be difficult and even a burden, but also an opportunity to rid yourself of what you think you know. Have you heard the saying, "People don't get it until they get it"? ...
... If meds make you hyper, take them in the morning. If they give you stomach problems, take them with a meal.”Taking certain ART regimens with meals can help reduce the risk of nausea and vomiting. ...
... The next morning, in your new location, continue with your regular morning dose.Note on efavirenz (sold under the brand name Sustiva): If you experience side effects such as anxiety or mood changes with efavirenz, consider delaying your dose to avoid discomfort while traveling. ...
HIV Meds in Different Time Zones: Taking Pills While Traveling
... The next morning, in your new location, continue with your regular morning dose.Note on efavirenz (sold under the brand name Sustiva): If you experience side effects such as anxiety or mood changes with efavirenz, consider delaying your dose to avoid discomfort while traveling. ...
... Work with your health care team, or ask for a referral to a registered dietitian, to help you create a balanced diet and ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs. Whether you’re trying to gain or lose weight, you may need to adjust your calorie intake or change the ratio of proteins to carbohydrates you’re consuming. ...
HIV Weight Loss and Gain: 3 Ways To Maintain a Healthy Weight
... Work with your health care team, or ask for a referral to a registered dietitian, to help you create a balanced diet and ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs. Whether you’re trying to gain or lose weight, you may need to adjust your calorie intake or change the ratio of proteins to carbohydrates you’re consuming. ...
... Most of all, rest. Sleep through it, if you can. Do not work out while you're sick. And keep washing your hands and face. Other than that, one shot of tequila with honey and lemon at bedtime and Vick's VapoRub on your chest, neck and back before going to sleep. Check your temperature often and seek urgent care if you develop a high fever. ...
Relaxing and Managing Stress with HIV
... Most of all, rest. Sleep through it, if you can. Do not work out while you're sick. And keep washing your hands and face. Other than that, one shot of tequila with honey and lemon at bedtime and Vick's VapoRub on your chest, neck and back before going to sleep. Check your temperature often and seek urgent care if you develop a high fever. ...
... If it’s not an emergency, ask them to call back in the morning, wish them a good night, and hang up. After saying no to one new obligation, you are asked to take on another. You can point out that HIV is a chronic illness, meaning that it isn’t going away any time soon. ...
How Good Boundaries Make Life With HIV Easier
... If it’s not an emergency, ask them to call back in the morning, wish them a good night, and hang up. After saying no to one new obligation, you are asked to take on another. You can point out that HIV is a chronic illness, meaning that it isn’t going away any time soon. ...
... Morning everyone, accepting the change in weather today. Hold to your boundaries without apology. YOU ARE LOVED."Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on myHIVteam. ...
Tap Into the Power of Directness: Use "I"
... Morning everyone, accepting the change in weather today. Hold to your boundaries without apology. YOU ARE LOVED."Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on myHIVteam. ...
... References The Relationship Between Caffeine Intake and Immunological and Virological Markers of HIV Disease Progression in Miami Adult Studies on HIV Cohort — Viral Immunology Protective Effect of Coffee Consumption on All-Cause Mortality of French HIV-HCV Co-Infected Patients — Journal of Hepatology Coffee Intake and Neurocognitive Performance in ...
Caffeine and HIV: Should You Drink Coffee and Energy Drinks?
... References The Relationship Between Caffeine Intake and Immunological and Virological Markers of HIV Disease Progression in Miami Adult Studies on HIV Cohort — Viral Immunology Protective Effect of Coffee Consumption on All-Cause Mortality of French HIV-HCV Co-Infected Patients — Journal of Hepatology Coffee Intake and Neurocognitive Performance in ...
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