Eating Healthy During a Pandemic

Although our daily routines have drastically changed during this coronavirus pandemic, one thing has not changed: the need to eating healthy. It is important to eat healthy foods to keep a healthy immune system in order to fend off invading pathogens like the coronavirus. Here are some steps you can take to eat healthy during this coronavirus pandemic.


Fruits and Vegetables

Fresh fruits and vegetables are typically the best option for eating healthy; but if you are shopping online during these uncertain times, frozen fruits and vegetables offer the same nutritional value. When it comes to fresh fruits and vegetables, food safety rules have not changed. You still want to wash all produce.


Fish

The omega-3 fats found in fish promote a healthy heart and a healthy brain; but most importantly, these fats promote immune function so white blood cells can destroy invading pathogens. Frozen fish is typically less expensive and often higher quality than fresh fish. Dieticians recommend two servings a week.


Meat

To reduce the risk of a bacterial infection during this pandemic, you want to purchase meat with no added hormones or antibiotics. Organic is best; but if you cannot afford organic, be sure to read the labels to choose the next best healthy option.


Beans, Nuts, and Seeds

Dried beans, nuts, and seeds are a good source of protein. You can store raw nuts and seeds in the fridge or freezer to preserve their nutrients, which support a healthy immune system.


During this coronavirus pandemic, to minimize your exposure and to keep your shopping trip quick and easy, I highly recommend that you plan ahead. Plan out your healthy meals and make your shopping list according to those meals. Your availability of food choices may be limited during this pandemic, but eating healthy must be a priority to stay as healthy as possible.