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Nutrition and HIV/AIDS: A Training Manual - Linkages Project

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• Eating smaller, more frequent energy- <strong>and</strong> protein-dense meals to helppromote weight gain <strong>and</strong> improve appetite• Managing diarrhea, fever, <strong>and</strong> fatigue through diet• Drinking plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration• Maintaining as much physical activity as possible, because exercise helpsstimulate appetite, decrease fatigue, <strong>and</strong> build lean body mass3. What other support or referrals would you suggest?• VCT clinic to test her <strong>HIV</strong> status• PMTCT clinic for infant feeding counseling• A doctor if the fever <strong>and</strong> diarrhea persist• Food assistance, if available• Help from her family or community to take care of her baby so she can getsome rest every day179

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