NutritionQuarterly_Summer2020

PREVENTION IS THE BEST MEDICINE Since there are no known cures for cold or flu, prevention is the best medicine. This year, it is more important than ever to take all necessary precautions to avoid getting sick. Healthy, young people are at less risk for the serious complications that can accompany illnesses, but it could still mean a week or more out of work (not to mention the misery that goes along with that). 10 Natural ways to reduce the risk of catching or transmitting Illnesses 1. Eat smart. Eat a variety of brightly colored foods containing phytochemicals. These natural chemicals give the vitamins, held within the foods, a supercharged boost. 2. Get enough sleep. Your body can’t recover without enough sleep. 3. Don’t cover a cough with bare hands. Cough into the crook of your elbow or into a clean tissue and then dispose of immediately. 4. Wash hands frequently. Viruses can live for hours and sometimes weeks outside the body. 5. Don’t touch your face or the faces of others. Bacteria and viruses enter the body through the eyes, nose and mouth. 6. Manage your stress. It is well documented that stress can lower the immune system. Surviving Illness Nutri-Facts| STRAWBERRIES FUNCTIONAL FOODS • Strawberries are high in fiber which helps regulate blood sugar and improve satiety. • Strawberries are packed with potassium which can support heart health. • Strawberries contain powerful antioxidants that could decrease inflammation in the body. Source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/271285 12 Nutrition Quarterly · 2020 – Volume 3