“Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.â€
It is important to eat well when recovering from COVID-19. Post-COVID-19 syndrome may be linked to inflammation in the body. The Mediterranean diet is recommended for general good health but appears to be helpful in reducing chronic inflammation. Further information. A Mediterranean diet, contains plenty of plant based foods and includes:
- Wholegrain bread, pasta and rice
- A variety of colourful vegetables and fruit
- Peas, beans and lentils
- Nuts, seeds, herbs and spices
- Some oily fish, seafood and poultry
- Some dairy such as milk, yoghurts, eggs and cheese
- Healthy fats such as extra virgin oil, avocados and olives
The Mediterranean diet is not a low fat diet, instead dietary fats are mainly from plant based rather than animal sources. The UK’s Eatwell Guide is a diet of similar proportions.