... "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"? ...
... You may not feel motivated to go to bed early instead of staying up to work, watch TV, or socialize — especially when you’re having difficulty falling asleep.Exercise can be beneficial for promoting sleep, but try to exercise four to six hours before bedtime. You might try taking a warm bath shortly before bed or having a light snack. ...
4 Ways To Sleep Better With HIV
... You may not feel motivated to go to bed early instead of staying up to work, watch TV, or socialize — especially when you’re having difficulty falling asleep.Exercise can be beneficial for promoting sleep, but try to exercise four to six hours before bedtime. You might try taking a warm bath shortly before bed or having a light snack. ...
... Saturated and Trans FatsOf all the dietary fat people consume, saturated fats and trans fats are the most highly correlated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, because both increase LDL (bad) cholesterol. Trans fats also reduce HDL (good) cholesterol. ...
Healthy Diet and Nutrition in HIV
... Saturated and Trans FatsOf all the dietary fat people consume, saturated fats and trans fats are the most highly correlated with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, because both increase LDL (bad) cholesterol. Trans fats also reduce HDL (good) cholesterol. ...
... — CBS News “Is It All Bandaged Up? … It’s Not Leaking?’ ...
... It gave me strength to fight and demand representation... to this very day.It all took a toll on me back in 1994, when I felt alone and against a wall. With no support and AIDS cases rising, I dove into a depression and became self-destructive. Being diagnosed with an HIV strain that was destroying my organs, I rose up and regained my spirit. ...
How an AIDS-related Form of Cancer Changed My World Forever
... It gave me strength to fight and demand representation... to this very day.It all took a toll on me back in 1994, when I felt alone and against a wall. With no support and AIDS cases rising, I dove into a depression and became self-destructive. Being diagnosed with an HIV strain that was destroying my organs, I rose up and regained my spirit. ...
... Given that many people with HIV have no symptoms, everyone between ages 13 and 64 should get tested at least once. People at older ages should be tested as well.Several options exist for HIV testing. There’s no way to detect the virus just after infection. ...
HIV Sore Throat: Is It an Early Symptom of Infection?
... Given that many people with HIV have no symptoms, everyone between ages 13 and 64 should get tested at least once. People at older ages should be tested as well.Several options exist for HIV testing. There’s no way to detect the virus just after infection. ...
... Many doctors have digital patient portals that allow quick communication. Doctor Discussion QuestionsThe following questions may give you an idea of what to ask during your appointment with your doctor. Does my current weight put me at higher risk for developing complications, such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes? ...
How To Talk to Your Doctor About Weight Gain and HIV
... Many doctors have digital patient portals that allow quick communication. Doctor Discussion QuestionsThe following questions may give you an idea of what to ask during your appointment with your doctor. Does my current weight put me at higher risk for developing complications, such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes? ...
... 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 ...