Unintentional weight loss during illness is a sign that the body is losing fluids and using fat and muscle for energy and protein in order to try to maintain normal functioning. Losing fluids and breaking down fat and muscle can impact your body’s ability to fight illness and recover. Hydration and nutrition play an important …
Here are some great tips from Ottawa Public Health on grocery shopping, meal planning, and cooking during COVID-19. Read Source Article Meal Planning and Budgeting When planning your meals and grocery lists, aim to have some foods at home that are non-perishable and/or have a longer shelf life. It is important to have extra food …
It is a brave new world in 2020, with unprecedented worries and fears. We can keep ourselves safe with social distancing, social isolation and quarantine. Plus ensuring our hands are clean and we sneeze in our elbows. We also have to nourish our bodies to help keep our immune system and our spirits strong and …
Make a List… to minimize the amount of time you spend in the store. Choose a Store… that practices social distancing. Disinfect… your cart handle when entering the store and your hands when exiting the store. Wash Your Hands… with sop and water when you get home and after you the away the groceries. Do …
It’s helpful to keep some staples on hand in case of unforeseen circumstances. You do not need to buy all of these items at once and you should not buy foods you will not use. Ask a registered dietitian for more information. Fruits and Vegetables PotatoesSweet potatoesCarrotsOnionsTurnip/rutabagaWinter squashCanned vegetables (corn, tomatoes, carrots, peas, etc)Shelf-stable soupsTomato …
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) reports that “there is currently no evidence that food is a likely source or route of transmission of COVID-19. Still, all Canadians should continue to follow good hygiene practices when handling food and preparing meals. Wash hands often and before preparing food, cook meat thoroughly, keep cold foods cold …
Eating is a social activity; it’s a way to celebrate and also comfort ourselves in times of stress or emotion. It’s a way to share culture and new foods with others, a way to connect and build relationships. To this end, Melissa Murray, a Registered Dietitian in St. Joseph’s Urban Family Health Team, shares her tips …
With an overwhelming amount of information online and media influencers promoting so-called ‘cures’ for coronavirus, it can be hard to decipher myth from fact. Let’s take a look at some of the common questions and claims circulating around with regards to COVID-19. Can I Boost My Immune System? The immune system is a complicated system. …
