About 1 in 10 people who have tested positive fit the criteria for “long-haul” COVID.
Discover the best foods and drinks that might help you bounce back from the lingering symptoms of the virus.
And of those who have recovered from COVID-19, not everyone feels back to 100%.
Getty Images
Ahead is your complete guide to long COVID, plus your nutrition prescription if you have the condition yourself.
What Is Long COVID-19?
The lingering symptoms can happen in people who even have mild cases at the time they test positive.
Eat Enough Calories So Your Body Has Fuel to Heal
So how much is “enough”?
This is based on body size, the HSS confirms.
Seewhat 2,000 calories per day looks like, then tack on snacks accordingly to meet your personal energy requirements.
Score more inspiration via our month ofMediterranean diet dinners that are high in protein.
Carbs are especially important if one of your long-haul symptoms relates to poor energy or fatigue, Ehsani says.
To amp up your potassium intake, nosh on potatoes, yogurt, beans, oranges and bananas.
No need to go all-in if a fullvegan dietfeels too extreme.
Even just eating a moreplant-forward dietcan move the needle, Ehsani says.
“Start with what you already enjoy eating.
So know you’re not alone if you’re experiencing long COVID symptoms.
And know that certain foods and drinksand expertsare here to help.
Talk to your health care provider and a dietitian if anything feels off.
