As at April 11, 2020, a total of 40 cases of COVID-19 had rocked the nation of Guyana, which has seen drastic increase in occurrence of this disease over the past few weeks.
Kerwin Clarke
Guyana’s very own Kerwin Clarke has reached out to play his part in sharing his knowledge in order to help everyone to be the best version of themselves and build a strong mind and body.
Clarke has gained much knowledge over the years by participating in competitions, and is known as one of Guyana’s premiere body builders. While he is still young and has lots more to accomplish in his career, he has thus far achieved the following accolades: Five times Mr. GUYANA; two times CAC Gold medalist; 2019 Sportsman nominee who’s Powered by Fitness Express and Space Gym.
In a chat with Guyana Times Sport Clarke was asked what Guyanese can do to keep healthy in this time of the pandemic. He responded: “Along with social distancing — maintaining social distancing is important — also keeping fit would boost one’s immune system, which would be our best defense against this COVID-19. In regard to exercise, we can do various free-hand exercises, such as pushups, dips, we can use resistance bands that would be a substitute for gym equipment, depending on the exercise. One can also turn to cardio by means of skipping and short sprints in your house, just to be as simple as we can.”
Clarke noted that building up your immune system is of the utmost importance, as a strong immune system can help to combat any virus or bacteria. “Now, my main focus is on having a heathy immune system, as it is our body’s natural defense system. A healthy immune system protects our bodies from antigens taking full effect on our bodies. The only way we can stop these antigens from wreaking havoc in our bodies is by maintaining a healthy immune system. This can be done by using builders: Vitamin C, Vitamin B1 which fuels energy and boost your metabolism, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6 and even Vitamin B12.”
Clarke went on to state that along with the use of these vitamins, one can use fruits such as oranges, papayaS, pineapples, limes, lemons; and by using a lot of warm liquids after being exposed to the environment outside of home. He said that in terms of warm liquids, these can be used with a touch of lemon or lime, which means a touch acidic. This would in turn help to remove any form of foreign substances trying to invade the body.
Clarke relayed that if everyone can do these things and adhere to the COVID-19 protocols set out by the Ministry of Public Health, they can help to combat this virus. He closed by urging the citizens of Guyana to practice social distancing, always sanitizing, and abiding by the curfew rules.
