Fecha de publicación: marzo 20, 2020

Coronavirus news on social media stressing you out? Here's how to handle the anxiety

By American Heart Association News

If unusual circumstances are adding to your stress level, you can take steps to decompress and get a handle on your anxiety. Try our tips and techniques to help you feel calmer and more centered in trying times.

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If you’re not usually a homebody, being at home more can be challenging for you and your family. Try to avoid the temptation to overdo the screen time.

Here are some more simple tips for fitness activities that almost anyone can do. Choose the ones that work for your circumstances and comfort level.

Fitness fans who are avoiding a crowded gym or popular exercise class can create a great at-home circuit workout.

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Steering clear of crowds? Stock up on healthy, affordable staples. (Always compare nutrition labels and choose options with the least amount of added salt and sugar.)

A continuación se incluyen algunas sugerencias:

  • Frutas y verduras enlatadas, congeladas y deshidratadas
  • Pescados y carnes enlatados, como atún claro o carne blanca de pollo envasados en agua
  • Frozen chicken breasts (they’re safe for up to a year when stored airtight in a freezer set to zero degrees or below)  
  • Frijoles y legumbres deshidratados o enlatados
  • Granos integrales como la avena, el arroz integral y la quinua 
  • Hierbas y especias secas

Recuerde: Los huevos con cáscara son seguros de tres a cinco semanas y el sustituto del huevo sin abrir es seguro por hasta un año en el refrigerador

More Staples

Find tasty dishes you can make with shelf-stable ingredients on our Recipe site.

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If you have a chronic condition, talk to your health care provider and be extra vigilant about safety and cleanliness.

Here’s more information on precautions patients can take. 

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