“Taking a Bite Out of Post-COVID” - Eating Well with Post-COVID Condition: Nutrition Education Session

Appetizer – Balanced Meals - What are balanced meals? - Balanced Meal Examples - Getting enough protein Our Agenda: Entrée – Nutrition for Post-COVID Symptoms A Three Course - Navigating Low Appetite and Fatigue Meal! - Managing Weight Changes Dessert – Additional Strategies for Healthy Living - Mindful Eating - Dietary Supplement Safety Balanced Eating Ideal proportion of food groups to be eaten. [...] Source of Protein - ¼ of your plate Source of whole grains or starches – ¼ of your plate Variety of Fruits and Vegetable – ½ of your plate Helps with: o Ensuring you eat all essential nutrients o Weight maintenance o Feeling full and satisfied o Meal planning. [...] Balanced Eating What does balanced eating look like throughout the day? When putting together meals, ask yourself – “Is this Meal Balanced?” Getting Enough Protein Post-COVID condition can lead to muscle loss, leading to increased fatigue Protein is an important part of recovery Have a source of protein at each meal and snack Pair a starch, vegetable or fruit with a protein to create a balance. [...] quinoa, whole grain breads and pastas) Entrée - Nutrition For Post-COVID Symptoms Common symptoms include: - Low appetite “I just don’t feel like or remember to eat” - Fatigue - Weight Changes Low Appetite and Fatigue Lack of hunger or Forgetting to eat Eating less due to another symptom (i.e nausea, reflux, bloating, diarrhea or constipation) Decreased energy throughout the day Decreased energy t. [...] Increased stress and anxiety = Increased likely hood of weight gain Eating balanced meals that include a source of starch, protein and fruit or vegetable Get enough protein to promote lean muscle Consume fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grain products Practice mindful eating Dessert – Additional Strategies for Healthy Living - Mindful Eating - Supplement Safety Mindful Eating Enjoy the t.