Healthy living at home to ward off Coronavirus
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Even if you're stuck at home waiting for the coronavirus "all clear," you can still keep a healthy lifestyle.
"Prevention is key in limiting the spread of coronavirus, and with more people working remotely or limiting their exposure to crowds, it's important to maintain healthy habits at home," said Dr. Eduardo Sanchez, chief medical officer for prevention at the American Heart Association (AHA).
"Wash your hands often and stay home when you feel sick, but don't disregard your physical activity and healthy eating habits," he continued in an association news release. "These are the foundation to maintaining and improving your health."
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Here are some tips for keeping healthy at home:
- Do a workout. Pick some exercises you can do at home like jumping jacks, lunges, or jogging in place. Exercise in short bursts and repeat two to three times a day.
- Cook heart-healthy meals. Canned, frozen and dried fruits and vegetables, frozen meat and dried grains are great options to have on hand for recipes. Try a vegetarian three-bean chili or slow cooker barbecue chicken.
- Don't stress out. Take a few minutes each day to meditate, practice good sleep habits, and stay socially connected with friends and family via text, video chat, or phone call.
There are groups that are at an increased risk of getting the virus. People with heart disease and people who survived a stroke are among those who need to be extra cautious. They have a higher risk of complications from the coronavirus.
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