As countries are taking stronger measures to curtail the spread of COVID-19, social distance and the temporary closing of businesses may affect normal food-related practices.
Good nutrition is crucial for health, particularly in times when the immune system might need to fight back. Nonetheless, even with few and limited ingredients, one can continue eating a diet that supports good health.
To support individuals in eating healthy during social distance and isolation, the following guidelines can be useful.
Proper nutrition and hydration are vital. People who eat a well-balanced diet tend to be healthier with stronger immune systems and lower risk of chronic illnesses and infectious diseases. So you should eat a variety of fresh and unprocessed foods every day to get the vitamins, minerals, dietary fiber, protein and antioxidants your body needs. Do not overcook vegetables and fruit as this can lead to the loss of important vitamins. Drink enough water. Drink 8–10 cups of water every day.
Avoid sugar, fat and salt to significantly lower your risk of overweight, obesity, heart disease, stroke, diabetes and certain types of cancer. Eat less salt and sugar. When cooking and preparing food, limit the amount of salt. Limit your daily salt intake, and use iodized salt.
Charith Nimesha
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