Forced to stay at home during the pandemic from Covid 19, we have a special opportunity for a new health opportunity, changing our eating habits for the better. Today the social centrality of food has been renewed.
This is remembered by the study of the Enpaia Foundation and Censis, “Agriculture in the second wave, between resistance and relaunch”. In fact, household food expenditure increased by + 2.3% and in particular some typical products of eating at home increased. Pasta + 12%, rice + 16% and beer + 16.2%.
This shows how food has been a formidable ally in guaranteeing one’s psychophysical well-being in this period. But how to regulate what to eat during the pandemic?
It is essential to limit excesses and some wrong behaviors that can affect the salute. We must keep in mind, in fact, that before we had little time to devote to the care of nutrition and preparation of meals. Now, however, we have a lot.
The main tips on what to eat during the pandemic
Through the Italian Society of Human Nutrition (Sinu) we can extrapolate some useful tips on what to eat during the pandemic. Given the period of forced isolation, first of all it is best to bring to the table only what you have decided to eat.
Furthermore, you should not abuse with salt, with condiments rich in fat and it is recommended to consume at least five servings a day of fruit and vegetables. The latter are useful for strengthening the immune system and protecting the respiratory tract.
There are also some technical tips to avoid weight gain. In fact, it is better to bring to the table only what you have decided to eat, served in a portion for each course without any addition. Furthermore, we must reduce the consumption of sugary drinks and products containing sugar.
Last but not least, not to taste while preparing the dishes, avoiding eating standing up. According to experts, all of this could help address the increase in sedentary lifestyle during this period.
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