Nutrition is essential, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some sources that can help answer any questions you may have about coronavirus and nutrition. These sources were provided by Registered Dietitian and Grossmont Community College Nutrition Professor, Jason Stevens.

These two links go in-depth about food safety and how to buy it during this pandemic safely. It also explains how there is no need to rush to buy food, there are no major shortages, only that stock may run low at your local grocer.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/food-and-COVID-19.html

https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/food-safety-and-availability-during-coronavirus-pandemic

These pages provide a link to a program that helps those in need of food during this time. Do take a look if you are in that situation. The first link is more San Diego based.

https://www.sandiegohungercoalition.org/covid19

https://www.eatright.org/coronavirus

This site provides healthy recipes for a low cost. From things like meatless chili to lentil mango salad, there is something for everyone and an excellent way to stay healthy while feeling like you’re eating like a champion.

 https://hungerandhealth.feedingamerica.org/healthy-recipes/