Knowing our body better: Against COVID emerging strains

The human race has been fighting a war with COVID for quite some time now. But, we need to understand that the battle against COVID is far from over. The great threat of the world has been defeated, but not stopped.

New viruses are out there & they would endanger lives all over again. To be prepared & ready for this fight, we need to build our immune systems strong & healthy like never before.

Let’s get a clear understanding of how to be prepared for this fight!

Building Better Immunity

Let’s start from the beginning. When the human body is infected with a virus, our immune system retains a memory of it. The next time this pathogen attacks our body cells, our body is prepared to defend itself through antibodies. So when a person gets affected by COVID-19 once, they develop immunity against the virus. This could differ in the case of other additional illnesses in a person.

Inoculation against the virus and mass vaccination drives helped the population fight against the pandemic. However, various COVID-19 variants and emerging strains with undefined traits continue to remain a concern. Well, viruses are one of the most dynamic living organisms on earth that survive extreme temperatures and are found almost everywhere on the earth. High infection rates along with a huge population make it difficult for scientists to study the nature and cause of such deadly viruses. These continue to challenge human existence and the emergence of these cannot be foreseen.

COVID-19 effects are subdued but not gone

The most recent pandemic raised alarms against the unpreparedness of the human species against grave scenarios, led by a sedentary lifestyle, lack of awareness, unhygienic environment, poverty, and uneven spread of resources, power, and money. Even though in the current situation, the concerns are not as alarming as they were at the end of 2019 or the beginning of 2020, we still need to be careful. Health researchers advise maintaining good health and high immunity by improving our lifestyle. This involves taking good care of our health requirements and preliminary screening for identifying underlying causes or illnesses.

Symptoms of COVID-19

WHO had released a note on COVID-19 associated dangers, at the beginning of the pandemic:

“Symptoms of COVID-19 can vary, but mild cases often experience fever, cough, and fatigue. Moderate cases may have difficulty breathing or mild pneumonia. While severe cases may have severe pneumonia, other organ failure & possible death.​

Anyone experiencing difficulty breathing should seek immediate medical attention.​

People aged 60 years and over, pregnant people and those with underlying medical problems like high blood pressure, heart and lung problems, diabetes, obesity or cancer, are at higher risk of developing a serious illness.

However, anyone can get sick with COVID-19 and become seriously ill or die at any age.

What does this indicate? That humans are always at risk. But the way humans adapted and exceeded their potential to survive, is what induced the theory of evolution, “survival of the fittest”.

But how to identify if you have been infected with COVID-19 or related strains to then take precautions or medication? The emerging transmissions are both symptomatic and asymptomatic.

Most common symptoms include:

• Fever

• Dry cough

• Tiredness

Less common symptoms:

• Aches and pains

• Sore throat

• Diarrhoea

• Conjunctivitis

• Headache

• Loss of taste or smell

• A rash on the skin, or discoloration of fingers or toes

Serious symptoms:

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

• Chest pain or pressure

• Loss of speech of movement

Seek immediate medical attention if you have serious symptoms. On average it takes 5-6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days.”

Know more: Symptomatic & Asymptomatic COVID-19 Variants

Asymptomatic transmissions and infections cannot be categorised under any such general impact and causes. These continue to be a grave danger as it varies from person to person and their bodily strength. What remains a common solution both ways is maintaining one’s immunity. Herein, immunity boosting products are of great help. One must not compromise with their health because even a lifetime could be insufficient to perfectly identify or adapt to health dangers. Therefore, one should make maximum use of their present. Explore different options and make your choice. Trust a brand only based on its experience in the industry and if it’s tested and proven as well as approved by health regulatory bodies.

A lot of people do find it troubling to simply choose any form of medicine because of their preference for either functional medicine or homeopathy. In case of homeopathy, Bakson is a leading brand with a presence of over a decade. Its brand power is driven by reliable products and a loyal customer base. Evolving with the need of the changing times, Bakson’s Immunity Boosting Pack comprising immunity boosting products like Bakson Alfalfa Tonic and Vitamin D Plus Tablet complements our efforts in improving the immunity and emerging strains. It is a kit for all seasons and times.

Individual assessment of requirements and illnesses is imperative to selecting suitable medicines. Know what your body seeks and do not compromise on the quality of medicine for your needs. Always look for transparency whether through information on the product packaging or even better, through their official website.

*Do not put yourself at risk by ignoring your health. For health concerns and discomfort, visit your nearest doctor to get the best advice and guidance.