the abdomen.
Evidence is also
emerging that shows exercise can counter some of the long-term side effects
of lipodystropy and peripheral neuropathy. Many HIV clinics do advise
exercise, but it must be taken slow and steady. Too much can actually
suppress the immune system rather than stimulate it. A sensible piece
of advice is not to try and be fit next month or even next year, but try
and be fit when you're 80!
One the most innovative exercise programmes for HIV positive people is
the Positive Health scheme run by the YMCA in London for the last four
years and now set to be expanded in 2002 across the country. The capital's
YMCA scheme has now helped over 300 HIV positive people.
Diet
Eating properly helps counter the severe weight loss
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associated with HIV infection as well as dealing with drug side effects.
Dr Moyle told the NAM meeting last month that one of his patients said
to him: 'I have
to eat for England now just to maintain my weight'.
