COVID-19 has brought up new challenges for us all. Our eating behaviors and diets have also been affected. Some of my clients lament that they are eating more because they are bored and stressed. Others have less food available and are eating more canned and packaged foods due to longer shelf life. Even those with plenty of access to healthy food, may not have the time or energy to prepare due to juggling child care and work.

Do the best that you can. Buy frozen fruits and vegetables, when available. Try to eat some produce (fresh, frozen or even canned) several times per day. If you have to eat some packaged foods from time to time, your health will still be okay. Give yourself a break and make breakfast for dinner sometimes. [Think eggs with some veggies added, smoothies, grits or oatmeal.] Other easy and healthy meals are homemade pizza with some protein and lots of veggies (I like arugula with sun dried tomatoes and pesto), spaghetti squash with a hearty lentil or meat sauce, tuna salad over a bed of greens with some roasted sweet potatoes. Ensure you are eating regular meals so your hunger is well controlled. You will be less likely to reach for unhealthy foods when you are well nourished.