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High-intensity exercise during the adaptation period can worsen fatigue because your body is already under metabolic stress

Topical zinc: Creams and sunscreens containing zinc oxide have a protective and anti-inflammatory effect

These foods include: vegetables (especially green leafy and non-starchy varieties), wholegrains, high-fibre, low glycaemic index carbohydrates, foods rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, low-fat dairy products, and lean protein sources such as eggs, fish, lean red meat and poultry

However, if factors such as the prescribed medications are negatively impacting B12 status then the frequency may well need to be increased to either 6-monthly or 3-monthly

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Guilherme Rizzoto, Ghent University, Belgium