(Taiwan English News/Comprehensive Report by the Medical Group) With the advancement of drugs, the treatment of HIV has reached the undetectable level of the virus, which is the so-called non-infectious (U=U), but some infected people are worried about the use of antiviral drugs It will cause changes in appearance, including weight gain, etc., so the drug will be discontinued on its own. In this regard, Taoyuan Rainbow Residence and Taoyuan Hospital AIDS Care Center jointly launched the “90-Day Your Ideal Type Practice Plan” health education activity specially designed for HIV-infected people to promote the healthy life and well-being of HIV-infected people.
In 2022, a study on the health-related quality of life of HIV-infected people in Taiwan found that fatigue, lack of energy (63.3%), difficulty falling asleep (63.3%), depression (51.7%), changes in appearance (51.7%), feeling nervous and anxious (47.5%) and skin condition (40.8%) were the six most common symptoms considered by infected persons. According to the estimates of the CDC, by 2022, Taiwan’s HIV prevention and treatment results will reach 90-95-95, which also means that after helping the infected to stabilize HIV control and achieve U=U, the next step is to let them stabilize the quality of life and pursue the pursuit of body and mind Healthy, we may reach the goal of the fourth 90 of HIV care. “
Director Zheng Jianyu of the AIDS Care Center of Taoyuan Hospital of the Ministry of Health points out the common myths of infected people. It is the most important first step for infected people to take stable medication to suppress the viral load. Whether the drug is the main cause of weight gain has not been confirmed by research; and when the infected person is stable After taking medication to control the amount of virus and improve immunity, the absorption capacity will also improve, so you will feel fatter and out of shape after treatment.
If you don’t want this “sweet burden”, infected people can start with their living habits like ordinary people, and everyone can do the same to maintain an ideal body!
In order to help HIV positive people move towards the fourth 90 goal, Taoyuan Rainbow Residence and Taoyuan Hospital AIDS Care Center jointly launched the “90-Day Your Ideal Model Practice Plan” health education activity specially designed for HIV positive people. Metabolic doctors and sports coaches are invited, together with the psychological consultation services provided by Taoyuan Rainbow Residence, combined with the three aspects of diet, exercise and spirituality, to help infected people establish good living habits within 90 days:
- Eat smart food: eat more fruits and vegetables and other natural antioxidants to protect the immune system, reduce the intake of starch and sugar oil
After HIV infection, the body’s metabolism and food digestion and absorption will change due to various reasons. It is recommended to eat more fruits and vegetables that contain high nutrients and natural antioxidants to increase the protection of the immune system. Although sugar, oily foods and carbohydrates can bring more energy to infected people, they are also more likely to cause weight gain because of high calories; the recommendation for salt intake is just enough, too much may increase cardiovascular load.
- Actively move: do aerobic and muscle strength, basic work of oil removal
International study confirms that regular cardiovascular and strength training can reduce 1.1 kg of intra-abdominal fat in HIV-infected people after 16 weeks[3]. It can be seen that exercise is very important for infected people. It can not only improve muscle strength, but also reduce body weight and three high risk factors. Therefore, it is recommended that infected people can maintain a fixed exercise habit two or three times a week, each time for about 40 to 50 minutes of aerobic or muscle strength, to reduce the risk of chronic diseases and loss of body control.
- Communicate more with peers: seek group support and let everyone contribute to themselves
Due to the stigma of the disease, many infected people face a lot of pressure in their lives, and even have self-identity, lose motivation in life, and gradually stay away from the crowd. In addition to continuously improving the public’s correct understanding of HIV disease and reducing discrimination, we also call on HIV-infected people to share with groups or seek help from nearby psychologist resources or related units if they have any psychological pressure. in my heart.
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