Finally, during a crisis like COVID-19 there may be extended periods of time where you may have to stay at home. Make best use of the time with your family. Cook together, play games together, and participate in regular fitness activities together which has shown to improve health and reduce mental anxiety. No one desires a crisis, but we can take this time to proactively improve our nutrition and physical fitness while waiting for the challenge to be resolved.

References

  1. Staff, A. (2020, March 25). Food safety, nutrition, and wellness during COVID-19. Retrieved from https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/2020/03/25/food-safety-nutrition-and-wellness-during-covid-19/
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Contact:

  1. Nilima Mlshra Extension Associate for Dietetics and Human Nutrition nilima.mishra@kysu.edu (859) 913-7188
  2. Dr. Kristopher R. Grimes Associate Professor and State Extension Specialist for Nutrition and Nutrition Education kristopher.grimes@kysu.edu (502) 597-5070

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