... "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"? ...
... It’s important to read those pamphlets that come with the medications so you know how to best take them.”To minimize side effects and promote effectiveness, take your medications as prescribed, whether that means taking them with food or at a specific time of day.Bear in mind, too, that many HIV medications can cause unwanted drug interactions when ...
HIV Treatment Goals: The Best Time To Take Your Pill
... It’s important to read those pamphlets that come with the medications so you know how to best take them.”To minimize side effects and promote effectiveness, take your medications as prescribed, whether that means taking them with food or at a specific time of day.Bear in mind, too, that many HIV medications can cause unwanted drug interactions when ...
... 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. ...
... Sometimes it looks like meditating to clear the mind. How do you stop fear from taking over? Join the conversation below. ...
... They can affect your body, mind, and relationships. It’s essential to speak openly with your healthcare provider and push for care that meets your needs. Join the ConversationOn myHIVteam, people share their experiences with HIV, get advice, and find support from others who understand.Which HIV symptom have you been the most surprised by? ...
8 Surprising Symptoms According to People With HIV
... They can affect your body, mind, and relationships. It’s essential to speak openly with your healthcare provider and push for care that meets your needs. Join the ConversationOn myHIVteam, people share their experiences with HIV, get advice, and find support from others who understand.Which HIV symptom have you been the most surprised by? ...
... 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. ...
... Here are some conversations about staying active: • Does staying active at the gym help take your mind off things? • I realized that exercise keeps my mind and body busy, I have released a lot of stress and it keeps my mind from negative things.• Saw my therapist yesterday and they suggested getting outside and being still in the beauty of nature. ...
Staying Active and HIV
... Here are some conversations about staying active: • Does staying active at the gym help take your mind off things? • I realized that exercise keeps my mind and body busy, I have released a lot of stress and it keeps my mind from negative things.• Saw my therapist yesterday and they suggested getting outside and being still in the beauty of nature. ...
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