Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

[Guest guest]

Some in this forum have been discussing the subject of colds (from a runny nose

and a sore throat to the flu) and, to a lesser extent, the subject of

exercising. As previously noted by others, a cold, which is an inflammation of

the upper respiratory tract usually caused by a viral infection, may cause one

to relapse and one's symptoms of IgAN to (temporarily) worsen. As such, the

article, Regular Exercise Helps Keep Colds at Bay: Study, which can be found at

the URL below, may be of interest to some of you. The article states that a

more active day and regular exercise apparently may help to keep a cold at bay.

Being physically active may stimulate immune cells that target cold infections.

The heightened stimulation may last only a few hours and then subsides. But day

after day of making the immune system spike may lower the overall risk of

catching cold. However, the best strategy for prevention is mainly non-exposure

to the viruses. Given that most cannot hibernate or move to uninhabited

islands, the next best strategy is to have as strong an immune system as

possible. With a chronic, and possibly progressive, kidney disease, such as

IgAN, keeping a comprised immune system at its best is something one can

continually work on through lifestyle habits, including a well-balanced diet

(proper food and adequate nutrition), minimal stress, adequate rest and sleep,

and exercise.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_8936.html

Question: While getting a flu shot does not guarantee one will not get the flu,

how many actually get one and then find that it indeed prevents or lessens the

symptoms associated with getting the flu (without also aggravating their

symptoms of IgAN)?

-IgAN New York

" Our knowledge is the amassed thought and experience of innumerable minds. "

Ralph Waldo Emerson

[Guest guest]

IgAN NY,

I am a strong proponent of flu shots. I find that when I get them, I get

sick less often, and if I do become ill, it doesn't seem to be as severe as

it is on years I have missed. I must say that I never miss years after

becoming very sick about 6 or 7 years ago. Also, it was shortly after that

when I began running four days a week, so my exercise may also be

contributing. I do have my fairly regular flare ups with my IgAN and HSP,

but I have not had the all out flu since I have been taking the flu shot and

exercising regularly.

[Guest guest]

Very interesting........I've never had flu shots though because I tend to

react to things like that.

Sally

Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Some in this forum have been discussing the subject of colds (from a runny

nose and a sore throat to the flu) and, to a lesser extent, the subject of

exercising. As previously noted by others, a cold, which is an inflammation

of the upper respiratory tract usually caused by a viral infection, may

cause one to relapse and one's symptoms of IgAN to (temporarily) worsen. As

such, the article, Regular Exercise Helps Keep Colds at Bay: Study, which

can be found at the URL below, may be of interest to some of you. The

article states that a more active day and regular exercise apparently may

help to keep a cold at bay. Being physically active may stimulate immune

cells that target cold infections. The heightened stimulation may last only

a few hours and then subsides. But day after day of making the immune

system spike may lower the overall risk of catching cold. However, the best

strategy for prevention is mainly non-exposure to the viruses. Given that

most cannot hibernate or move to uninhabited islands, the next best strategy

is to have as strong an immune system as possible. With a chronic, and

possibly progressive, kidney disease, such as IgAN, keeping a comprised

immune system at its best is something one can continually work on through

lifestyle habits, including a well-balanced diet (proper food and adequate

nutrition), minimal stress, adequate rest and sleep, and exercise.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_8936.html

Question: While getting a flu shot does not guarantee one will not get

the flu, how many actually get one and then find that it indeed prevents or

lessens the symptoms associated with getting the flu (without also

aggravating their symptoms of IgAN)?

-IgAN New York

" Our knowledge is the amassed thought and experience of innumerable

minds. "

Ralph Waldo Emerson

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your physician.

My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long as I

can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and perhaps

that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because it

allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to walk

three miles!

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

I agree, running on a treadmill IS boring! But at least it is not cold :-)

[Guest guest]

Hi and IgAN NY,

My neph told me not to run because he said the constant pounding was not

good for our kidneys. I know every doctor and every situation is different

but I used to love to run and I am curious if your doctor advised you of the

same? Also my neph suggested that I take 2,000 mg of vitamin C a day to

help with my depleted immune system. I have felt as if I were going to get

sick several times but I have not gotten sick since I started the vitamin C.

I am just curious what you guys think about the running and the vitamin C?

Best Regards,

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

IgAN NY,

I am a strong proponent of flu shots. I find that when I get them, I get

sick less often, and if I do become ill, it doesn't seem to be as severe as

it is on years I have missed. I must say that I never miss years after

becoming very sick about 6 or 7 years ago. Also, it was shortly after that

when I began running four days a week, so my exercise may also be

contributing. I do have my fairly regular flare ups with my IgAN and HSP,

but I have not had the all out flu since I have been taking the flu shot and

exercising regularly.

[Guest guest]

You could always run in the water at the beach. When I was doing rehab for

my knees I was told I could run in waist hight water. I found it gave me a

better work out any way.

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

>

>

> IgAN NY,

>

> I am a strong proponent of flu shots. I find that when I get them, I get

> sick less often, and if I do become ill, it doesn't seem to be as severe

as

> it is on years I have missed. I must say that I never miss years after

> becoming very sick about 6 or 7 years ago. Also, it was shortly after

that

> when I began running four days a week, so my exercise may also be

> contributing. I do have my fairly regular flare ups with my IgAN and HSP,

> but I have not had the all out flu since I have been taking the flu shot

and

>

> exercising regularly.

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

,

It is so funny you said that. I too had to run in water when I was

rehabbing my knee. I hurt mine playing football. The only problem with

running in the water is that I found I was getting nowhere fast and that

drove me absolutely crazy and yes is was more difficult. Although, it did

drive me crazy I might have to try running in the water again.

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

You could always run in the water at the beach. When I was doing rehab for

my knees I was told I could run in waist hight water. I found it gave me a

better work out any way.

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

>

>

> IgAN NY,

>

> I am a strong proponent of flu shots. I find that when I get them, I get

> sick less often, and if I do become ill, it doesn't seem to be as severe

as

> it is on years I have missed. I must say that I never miss years after

> becoming very sick about 6 or 7 years ago. Also, it was shortly after

that

> when I began running four days a week, so my exercise may also be

> contributing. I do have my fairly regular flare ups with my IgAN and HSP,

> but I have not had the all out flu since I have been taking the flu shot

and

>

> exercising regularly.

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Did mine in field hockey. I was the goal keeper (back when I could do full

splits both ways). Though it didn't help me playing rugby and cricket as

well. :-)

BTW It drove me crazy too, that why I suggested the beach. At least there is

plenty to look at at the beach.....

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

> >

> >

> > IgAN NY,

> >

> > I am a strong proponent of flu shots. I find that when I get them, I

get

> > sick less often, and if I do become ill, it doesn't seem to be as severe

> as

> > it is on years I have missed. I must say that I never miss years after

> > becoming very sick about 6 or 7 years ago. Also, it was shortly after

> that

> > when I began running four days a week, so my exercise may also be

> > contributing. I do have my fairly regular flare ups with my IgAN and

HSP,

> > but I have not had the all out flu since I have been taking the flu shot

> and

> >

> > exercising regularly.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Hi New York, I would like to add to your list of lifestyle habits. In my

opinion you can keep " germs at bay " by washing your hands many times a day.

I do think that it has helped me with getting fewer colds. Experts may

disagree, but I think it helps me! Connie, USA

Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Some in this forum have been discussing the subject of colds (from a runny

nose and a sore throat to the flu) and, to a lesser extent, the subject of

exercising. As previously noted by others, a cold, which is an inflammation

of the upper respiratory tract usually caused by a viral infection, may

cause one to relapse and one's symptoms of IgAN to (temporarily) worsen. As

such, the article, Regular Exercise Helps Keep Colds at Bay: Study, which

can be found at the URL below, may be of interest to some of you. The

article states that a more active day and regular exercise apparently may

help to keep a cold at bay. Being physically active may stimulate immune

cells that target cold infections. The heightened stimulation may last only

a few hours and then subsides. But day after day of making the immune

system spike may lower the overall risk of catching cold. However, the best

strategy for prevention is mainly non-exposure to the viruses. Given that

most cannot hibernate or move to uninhabited islands, the next best strategy

is to have as strong an immune system as possible. With a chronic, and

possibly progressive, kidney disease, such as IgAN, keeping a comprised

immune system at its best is something one can continually work on through

lifestyle habits, including a well-balanced diet (proper food and adequate

nutrition), minimal stress, adequate rest and sleep, and exercise.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_8936.html

Question: While getting a flu shot does not guarantee one will not get

the flu, how many actually get one and then find that it indeed prevents or

lessens the symptoms associated with getting the flu (without also

aggravating their symptoms of IgAN)?

-IgAN New York

" Our knowledge is the amassed thought and experience of innumerable

minds. "

Ralph Waldo Emerson

[Guest guest]

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Did mine in field hockey. I was the goal keeper (back when I could do full

splits both ways). Though it didn't help me playing rugby and cricket as

well. :-)

BTW It drove me crazy too, that why I suggested the beach. At least there is

plenty to look at at the beach.....

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

> >

> >

> > IgAN NY,

> >

> > I am a strong proponent of flu shots. I find that when I get them, I

get

> > sick less often, and if I do become ill, it doesn't seem to be as severe

> as

> > it is on years I have missed. I must say that I never miss years after

> > becoming very sick about 6 or 7 years ago. Also, it was shortly after

> that

> > when I began running four days a week, so my exercise may also be

> > contributing. I do have my fairly regular flare ups with my IgAN and

HSP,

> > but I have not had the all out flu since I have been taking the flu shot

> and

> >

> > exercising regularly.

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

,

Thank you for responding. My Nephrologist did tell me that I could run on a

treadmill. For some reason I thought you were pounding the pavement rather

than on a treadmill. Personally I like the Stairmaster but lately my knees

have been really hurting so I haven't done the Stairmaster for a long time.

I do have a treadmill and I do run on that but it is boring not going

anywhere. LOL

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Hi ,

Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your

physician.

My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long as I

can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and perhaps

that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because it

allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to walk

three miles!

[Guest guest]

In all the years I've had IgAN, I have never been told not to exercise or

not do anything, not even now in esrd (of course now, I don't feel like

doing much anyway). But it's always best to check with you doctor. Unless

there's some specific reason, IgAN shouldn't be a barrier to doing anything,

especially in the early years or decades.

Pierre

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

> Hi ,

>

> Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your

physician.

> My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long as I

> can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and perhaps

> that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because it

> allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to

walk

> three miles!

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Pierre,

That is my thinking as well. I don't want to be limited from doing

anything. I know the last 3 months I have not done really anything physical

and I need to get back in the gym. Thanks for you words on the previous

e-mail. I thought it was normal for the proteinura to go up and down. Do

you take any vitamins?

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

In all the years I've had IgAN, I have never been told not to exercise or

not do anything, not even now in esrd (of course now, I don't feel like

doing much anyway). But it's always best to check with you doctor. Unless

there's some specific reason, IgAN shouldn't be a barrier to doing anything,

especially in the early years or decades.

Pierre

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

> Hi ,

>

> Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your

physician.

> My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long as I

> can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and perhaps

> that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because it

> allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to

walk

> three miles!

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

,

Just to cover all the bases, there may be some times when, if you have some

particular major flare-up with proteinuria or acute glomerulonephritis

(neither of which I've ever experienced myself), your nephrologist might, if

you happen to ask, suggest limiting some thing. However, for the garden

variety slowly progressive IgAN, exercise is strongly encouraged. I've

always loved cycling (road bikes), so I've always done that, played some

heavy squash up to 5 times per week, hiking, not to mention all the stuff

you do as part of being in the army. I don't like the pounding on the legs

that running does, so, I've never been much into jogging, and I've never

owned a treadmill. However, bicycles are another story, and I've used a

stationary exercycle for years (winter is to harsh for outdoor cycling

here).

So, as I said, I have absolutely never been discouraged from exercising,

except one specific time when my BP was very high (I was told, only upon

asking, not to overdo it until my BP was more under control), but I have

been encouraged to exercise many times. The glomeruli in our kidneys are

nothing but tiny little blood vessels, and, exercise benefits blood vessels

in many ways.

Even as I have been approaching end-stage, the people at the renal classes

suggested doing whatever we are capable of doing.

Pierre

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

>

>

> > Hi ,

> >

> > Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your

> physician.

> > My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long as

I

> > can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and

perhaps

> > that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because it

> > allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to

> walk

> > three miles!

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

P.S. to my last below, the last thing you want to do when you have kidney

disease is to let yourself get physically deconditioned!

Pierre

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

> >

> >

> > > Hi ,

> > >

> > > Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your

> > physician.

> > > My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long

as

> I

> > > can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and

> perhaps

> > > that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because

it

> > > allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to

> > walk

> > > three miles!

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

[Guest guest]

Pierre,

You are so correct in what you just said about not letting yourself get

physically deconditioned. My problem, as I am sure with most, is that there

is not enough time in a day. I know I need to move exercising higher up on

my priority scale. The problem is that I have gotten good at coming up with

excuses why I don't have time. :-) Thanks again Pierre!!!!!

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

P.S. to my last below, the last thing you want to do when you have kidney

disease is to let yourself get physically deconditioned!

Pierre

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

> >

> >

> > > Hi ,

> > >

> > > Like diet, I think an exercise routine must be discussed with your

> > physician.

> > > My Nephrologist knows I run, and encourages me to keep it up as long

as

> I

> > > can. I do run on a treadmill, so perhaps it is less jarring, and

> perhaps

> > > that is why he is in agreement with it. I just like running because

it

> > > allows me to get my exercise over in half the time it would take me to

> > walk

> > > three miles!

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

> > >

[Guest guest]

Connie you might be correct. Part of my psychology course deals with

research methods, and as an illustration they discussed research into the

spreading of colds (specifically how an isolated seaside village always came

down a few days after the first boat came in). One of the things they did

was introduce a coloured dye to track the movement of airborne particles and

put the test group in the dark. When they turned the lights on the people

had dye smeared all over their hands and faces, graphically illustrating how

much we touch our eyes, nose and mouth while not being fully aware of it.

Reply-To: iga-nephropathy

To: <iga-nephropathy >

Subject: RE: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Date: Tue, 27 Aug 2002 11:01:01 -0400

Hi New York, I would like to add to your list of lifestyle habits. In my

opinion you can keep " germs at bay " by washing your hands many times a day.

I do think that it has helped me with getting fewer colds. Experts may

disagree, but I think it helps me! Connie, USA

Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Some in this forum have been discussing the subject of colds (from a

runny

nose and a sore throat to the flu) and, to a lesser extent, the subject of

exercising. As previously noted by others, a cold, which is an inflammation

of the upper respiratory tract usually caused by a viral infection, may

cause one to relapse and one's symptoms of IgAN to (temporarily) worsen. As

such, the article, Regular Exercise Helps Keep Colds at Bay: Study, which

can be found at the URL below, may be of interest to some of you. The

article states that a more active day and regular exercise apparently may

help to keep a cold at bay. Being physically active may stimulate immune

cells that target cold infections. The heightened stimulation may last only

a few hours and then subsides. But day after day of making the immune

system spike may lower the overall risk of catching cold. However, the best

strategy for prevention is mainly non-exposure to the viruses. Given that

most cannot hibernate or move to uninhabited islands, the next best strategy

is to have as strong an immune system as possible. With a chronic, and

possibly progressive, kidney disease, such as IgAN, keeping a comprised

immune system at its best is something one can continually work on through

lifestyle habits, including a well-balanced diet (proper food and adequate

nutrition), minimal stress, adequate rest and sleep, and exercise.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_8936.html

Question: While getting a flu shot does not guarantee one will not get

the flu, how many actually get one and then find that it indeed prevents or

lessens the symptoms associated with getting the flu (without also

aggravating their symptoms of IgAN)?

-IgAN New York

" Our knowledge is the amassed thought and experience of innumerable

minds. "

Ralph Waldo Emerson

[Guest guest]

Thanks and for your comments. I agree with the study . If

you even watch your associates at work, you'd be surprised at how many times

a day people touch their faces. I read a long time ago, that many viruses

enter the body through the tear ducts. I am a nut case about washing my

hands before eating, when returning from any kind of shopping or after being

in crowded public places. Connie, USA

Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Some in this forum have been discussing the subject of colds (from a

runny

nose and a sore throat to the flu) and, to a lesser extent, the subject of

exercising. As previously noted by others, a cold, which is an

inflammation

of the upper respiratory tract usually caused by a viral infection, may

cause one to relapse and one's symptoms of IgAN to (temporarily) worsen.

As

such, the article, Regular Exercise Helps Keep Colds at Bay: Study, which

can be found at the URL below, may be of interest to some of you. The

article states that a more active day and regular exercise apparently may

help to keep a cold at bay. Being physically active may stimulate immune

cells that target cold infections. The heightened stimulation may last

only

a few hours and then subsides. But day after day of making the immune

system spike may lower the overall risk of catching cold. However, the

best

strategy for prevention is mainly non-exposure to the viruses. Given that

most cannot hibernate or move to uninhabited islands, the next best

strategy

is to have as strong an immune system as possible. With a chronic, and

possibly progressive, kidney disease, such as IgAN, keeping a comprised

immune system at its best is something one can continually work on through

lifestyle habits, including a well-balanced diet (proper food and adequate

nutrition), minimal stress, adequate rest and sleep, and exercise.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_8936.html

Question: While getting a flu shot does not guarantee one will not get

the flu, how many actually get one and then find that it indeed prevents

or

lessens the symptoms associated with getting the flu (without also

aggravating their symptoms of IgAN)?

-IgAN New York

" Our knowledge is the amassed thought and experience of innumerable

minds. "

Ralph Waldo Emerson

[Guest guest]

Hi Connie,

I do the exact same thing with washing after going to the grocery store, gas

station or anywhere where my hands are where the general public also has

their hands. I try so hard to never touch my face when I am out too! A bit

of a germ fanatic I guess!

It is just a precaution I take because for me, there is no such thing as a

mild illness. It seems anything I get will cause a flare up in my kidneys,

so I just try my best to avoid exposure!

[Guest guest]

I have had a flu shot anually for about 10 yrs and I find that if I

don't catch the big influenza I can fight off the pesky little colds

better too. I have had 3 sick days only in the last 2 years and that

is because I lost my voice. I work on the phones all day so it was a

really good excuse not to come to work.

I have also have read, well my boyfriend too great delight in reading

to me, that genital to genital contact 3 times/week also reduces the

number of colds you get. Any excuse right?

Sara H

[Guest guest]

My son¹s nephrologist gave him similar advice when he was first diagnosed ­

no ³ground-pounding² activities, like running, basketball, etc. Swimming is

a good, kidney-friendly activity.

Betsy

On 8/27/02 7:04 AM, " Aylward T TSgt Det 6 TRSS/CCM "

wrote:

> Hi and IgAN NY,

>

> My neph told me not to run because he said the constant pounding was not

> good for our kidneys. I know every doctor and every situation is different

> but I used to love to run and I am curious if your doctor advised you of the

> same? Also my neph suggested that I take 2,000 mg of vitamin C a day to

> help with my depleted immune system. I have felt as if I were going to get

> sick several times but I have not gotten sick since I started the vitamin C.

> I am just curious what you guys think about the running and the vitamin C?

>

> Best Regards,

>

>

[Guest guest]

Connie, one of the tv stations here did a survey of various commonly touched

things such as shopping trolleys, lift buttons, bathroom taps, escalator

hand rails and found that high levels of staphlocuccus and other bacteria

persist. Another good reason to wash hands thoroughly and often.

Reply-To: iga-nephropathy

To: <iga-nephropathy >

Subject: RE: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

Date: Wed, 28 Aug 2002 08:50:55 -0400

Thanks and for your comments. I agree with the study . If

you even watch your associates at work, you'd be surprised at how many times

a day people touch their faces. I read a long time ago, that many viruses

enter the body through the tear ducts. I am a nut case about washing my

hands before eating, when returning from any kind of shopping or after being

in crowded public places. Connie, USA

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[Guest guest]

Sara, and if you're boyfriend is like most men (when it comes to sex) I'm

sure he is taking full credit for your stable numbers too!

Connie, USA

Re: Exercise May Reduce Risk of Colds

I think it was quoted out of a Maxim or Cosmo magazine, so sorry not

proper reference.

I thinks it is worth a try anyway, my boyfriend thinks sex is a cure

all for everything from headaches to fatigue to imsomnia. I must

agree as we have been togther for 8 years and my reanl funtion has

not declined.

Sara H

[Guest guest]

I'm sure he would love to be part of any study that proves he is.

Actually he does not ask alot of questions about my kidney function.

He is very caring but I think he assumes things are ok unless I say

otherwise.

Sara H