However, despite all that, there are various ways that can be done by everyone to contribute so that the plague can end quickly. Like staying at home and maintaining health during an unsettling situation.
Reporting from Eco Watch, here are some things that can be done to maintain health, especially for those in the lockdown area and must stay at home until the situation returns safe:
Eat healthy
Without a vaccine, no one can be completely avoided from the risk of contracting a new type of corona virus. Therefore, what can be done now is to consume healthy foods.
The World Health Organization (WHO) also recommends that everyone avoid smoking, alcohol, or any drugs that are considered able to cope with stress due to the current situation.
Sleep well
Sleep is very important for the body to repair cells, cleanse toxins, consolidate our memories and process information. Sleep deprivation can have a negative impact on health that affects the concentration of psychological well-being and even emotional intelligence.
If you find it difficult to sleep because you are lying down with worry, try to limit the activity of seeing and hearing the news before going to sleep. Likewise, staring at a cell phone screen because the effect of blue light on the retina can interfere with sleep quality.
Exercise
Exercising can release chemicals in the body that make everyone feel better. It is also associated with better sleep, reduced stress and anxiety, and improves memory and cognitive function.
As suggested by WHO, moderate movement for 30 minutes is highly recommended to be done at this time. According to a fitness studio owner in Germany, Marcus Thormann, you can divide this time into 3 sessions, 10 minutes each in the morning, evening and night.
Social interactions
Staying at home for a period of time may make everyone feel lonely and in need of friends. Evidence shows that social relationships are as important to our health as diet, movement and sleep.
Try to interact by using the internet. You can arrange virtual meetings through applications such as Zoom, Houseparty, Google Hangouts, or do activities with family without leaving home by playing games, watching movies and so on to eliminate boredom and loneliness.
Perform Calming Activities
Try to do activities that are calming and take a break from a variety of news. Now is the right time to do things that usually cannot be done due to the daily busy schedule.
Gardening, cooking, answering riddles, sewing, reading books are all part of a long list that has been difficult to do because of spending a lot of time outside the home. Now is the right time to do everything, depending on what you are more interested in.
WHO also suggests that you take advantage of past skills that have helped you to get through difficult times.
