Origin of the virus and aftermath

Novel Coronavirus (COVID19) is the latest threat the world has to confront with. It started as an ordinary virus in Wuhan China and later spread to a wider geographical area within china and overseas within three months. The latest statistics according to WHO show that the virus has spread its wings in around 200 countries around the globe.

The Coronavirus pandemic originated in china but the exact cause is still unknown though some sources point out to the virus prevalent in Bats. There is yet another theory, which supports the view that the virus spread from a lab in Wuhan. Whatever may be the case, it has its epicenter in china.

The world was unknown and naive until January when the number of corona positive cases began to surge in China. It was during that period the Chinese government conspired with the WHO to conceal the true nature of the virus and how it transmitted from one human to another with ease.

The epicenter of this virus went into virtual lockdown nearly 45 days after the outbreak of the epidemic. This resulted in mass casualties and there was a massive evacuation of all the expatriates who had to leave for their home countries with utter urgency.

Due to the exodus of millions from Wuhan with corona positive symptoms, the virus spread to other parts of the world and there were chaos and mayhem in all major cities and towns of Europe, America, and Africa.

In India, the virus made a late entry and we had the first case in late February and early March. The scores of Indian students airlifted from Wuhan after the outbreak of the virus had positive symptoms and this led to a surge in cases within days of their arrival.

With every passing day, positive cases are on the rise across the country and the current situation is alarming and very sensitive as far as virus data is concerned. The rate at which this virus has spread in our country is rather slow compared to other western countries but it has affected the young and the old with an increasing number of people testing positive each passing day.

Precautions and Social Distancing

The necessary precautions that people are supposed to take are manifold and a person has to be very careful while venturing out for essential work. The following steps have to be taken into account for keeping ourselves safe and secure:

Avoid Handshakes – Practice greeting people with folded hands. Avoid handshakes if possible.

Avoid large gatherings and quarantine yourself – We should avoid crowded places, stay away from virus hit areas, and quarantine ourselves if possible so that we remain safe.

Avoid venturing out – Stay at home during this time and utilize the time available sensibly rather than taking the risk of going out.

Adjourn unnecessary travel – Any travel-related schedule should be deferred indefinitely so that the chances of catching an infection are reduced and the interaction level is minimal.

Social Distancing should be maintained – Practice Social Distancing for your safety and the safety of others. This is our foremost responsibility and we must act sensibly now.

Do not create panic – Do no propagate false information via the internet or Whatsapp and cause fear amongst people.

Concentrate on comprehensive fitness

Lead stress-free life – We should avoid stress and give up anxiety all the time. Keep ourselves busy with reading religious books and chanting hymns would do wonders to keep stress away.

Practice Yoga or Meditation – Stretching your legs and hands in the mornings and evenings would lower the risk of anxiety and make us feel fresh and energetic. Yoga and meditation can help us lead a healthy and fearless life with positive benefits.

Sleep well at regular intervals – A good sleep is essential to keep our mental and physical health in check. It stimulates the immune system with good blood circulation in our body.

Hygiene etiquette should be followed – always wash hands and keep your surroundings clean and tidy to avoid unwanted infection and spread of bacteria. Keep washing your hands every two hours for at least a few seconds at a stretch.

Alternative countermeasures should be availed

There are several remedies on offer and one should avail it to the maximum possible extent. Ayurveda and Siddha medicines are several thousand years old and they have proved to be successful in treating complex diseases and viruses with utmost impunity.

In India, Ayurvedic medicines are widely consumed, and they can go a long way to treat corona positive cases. However, due to side effects such medicines have, it might prove detrimental for those who are allergic to such medicines and vice versa.

Siddha treatment is another remedy a corona positive person can avail but with conditions attached to it. In Tamil Nadu, Siddha medicine is in great demand and the state government has decided to use Siddha as an alternative way to treat corona positive patients apart from regular allopathic medicines.

In Germany Homeopathic, medicines are given to patients with Covid19 symptoms but the result is slow and effective. Recently India dispatched hydroxychloroquine tablets to several countries, which according to doctors is effective in treating the Coronavirus to a significant extent.

There is no vaccine yet for Coronavirus anywhere in the world but several countries have begun the research that goes into developing an effective vaccine that will cure the virus with greater immunity.

Therefore, this way there are several options on our table and it is up to the general public how to use these alternative remedies on the anvil.

Eating immunity-boosting foods is paramount

In a situation like Coronavirus where there is a scarcity of pure and pesticide-free vegetables and fruits, it becomes essential to choose the right food for our health benefits. Vegetables along with fruits should be bought fresh early in the morning and washed as soon as possible.

If possible, organic fruits and vegetables should be consumed rather than those grown unnaturally. Apart from veggies and fruits, several healthy drinks with health benefits and those, which improve our immunity, should be consumed twice a day. Never starve or let others starve and try your hand at whatever is available at your doorstep. Make sure that the item purchased is fresh and has a long expiry date.

The following Food items should be taken to improve immunity and lower the risk of virus

Drumsticks – Drumsticks have medicinal properties and are immune to any sort of virus and they boost our nervous system.

Coconut water with lemon – Taking fresh Coconut water with two teaspoons of lemon juice can boost your immune system and is a good source of Vitamin C.

Garlic, Onion & turmeric – These three are natural remedies for any type of bacteria that thrives in our body. They kill the germs and bacteria instantly and act as antivirus substances all the time.

Pumpkin Seeds – Daily intake of 3-4 spoons of pumpkin seeds can keep the virus at bay and they contain a great amount of zinc, magnesium, and fats which keeps our body hale and hearty all the time.

Red Capsicum – Red capsicum has thrice the amount of Vitamin C than found in Orange. It is useful for bones and improves our skin tone significantly.

Eat healthily and stay healthy should be the mantra for all of us in such difficult times and there is no alternative to a healthy diet anywhere in the world.

Eating the right kind of food is the utmost important

Eat Cooked Food – Cooked food should be taken only during lunch and dinner. Eat more vegetables and fruit salads twice a day in the mornings and evenings to boost your immunity.

Fruits intake during empty stomach – Try to have fresh fruits when your stomach is empty especially in the mornings. This helps in improving your digestive system and makes it more alkaline and healthy.

Eat Cucumber and Carrot – These should be taken twice a day before lunch and dinner to improve our blood circulation and make our resistance-free.

Drink water frequently – Drinking water in sufficient quantity can help in flushing out toxins and maintain an adequate fluid in the body.

Avoid Junk Food – Deep-fried and food soaked in oil for a long time can prove detrimental to our health and immune system. Such foods cause stomach upsets and aggravate cholesterol in our bodies.

Eating and consuming the right kind of food can keep us healthy and hearty all the time and increases our longevity.

Work from Home should be the option during Coronavirus

During Coronavirus, several cities and towns across India have been under lockdown mode for several days at a stretch. So going to the office is a foregone conclusion and the only option is to work from home until the situation normalizes.

Working from home is a norm in western countries particularly in the United States where very often employees are asked to operate from home whenever there is a need for such a situation. In India, the current lockdown has enabled us to work and operate from the confines of our homes with greater accuracy and efficiency.

With several offices shut throughout the country, the trend of working from home seems to catch up in our country where such a thing was unheard of until recently.

In India, few states are corona free and they have resumed economic activity along with other regular work with ease. The current situation stipulates that a person should avoid going to the office and work from home for his safety and health benefits.

Social gatherings and Parties should be a strict no

In India, with the arrival of expatriates and several MNCs Social Dos and Corporate parties take place at regular intervals. The current situation stipulates that frequent social gatherings should be avoided which would otherwise aggravate the virus spread to a significant extent.

Socialites, particularly party geeks tend to throw parties for a variety of reasons and such gatherings can become a cluster for the virus to spread everywhere. To prevent the virus from creating panic and mayhem, it would be prudent to stay away from all social gatherings for safety and health reasons.

People should abstain from shaking hands and hugging and instead extend greetings with folded hands during such a crisis. Keeping ourselves safe and impart others to follow suit should be the norm until the crisis abates.

Coronavirus is a lesson for all of us

The Novel Coronavirus has had a larger impact on the global population compared to other viruses like SARS, Avian Flu, Ebola, and Zika. The economic impact of the virus can run into several trillion dollars by the time the crisis ends and as result countries around the world have already started facing hardships in dealing with the imbroglio and the financial cost the virus would have on these countries is unimaginable.

So far, we have discussed all the possible impact the virus can have on our lives, its remedies and precautions we have to take to keep the virus at bay. The Novel Coronavirus, which has dealt a massive blow to the global economy, is going to remain with us for some time now. We have to learn to live with it, adapt, and adjust ourselves because there is no alternative other than keeping ourselves safe and secure during such a crisis.

This crisis has dealt a severe blow to the environment of several countries that were immune to such viruses. Several countries are scrambling to find a solution for Coronavirus with immediate effect and the world has to wait a bit longer for a vaccine to appear before the virus subsides.

We do not know exactly how the virus spread, nevertheless conflicting theories seem floating around us, but we have to make sure that we keep our surroundings and environment clean and tidy and avoid any contact with birds and animals for the time being.

We should stop pampering them frequently and keep them vaccinated for our safety and their well-being. We should vaccinate ourselves and sanitize every two hours whenever we are exposed to a living or non-living thing.

All of a sudden, we feel insecure due to the transmittable nature of the virus and as a result, wearing masks and hand gloves has become part of our lives and will remain so for time being.

This particular virus has taught us how to fend ourselves instead of relying on others for petty reasons. We have noticed that people, rich and poor are obliged to carry on their household duties with due respect and without hesitation.

This virus has taught us self-respect, self-reliance, and the value of life. We have realized how precious life is and it has been proved that wealth alone cannot solve all our problems.

We have to learn to live with it for some time now and we can only pray to almighty that the virus fades away as soon as possible and makes this world a safer place to live and work for time to come.