Grade 10 Lesson 2 - Nutrition on the Internet

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Identify at least three reliable internet sources where you can find factual information about COVID-19 and ways to
strengthen the immune system against this and other viruses.

Aside from listing down the information gathered from the site, explain why you think each source is reliable.

INTERNET SOURCE 1:

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/how-to-boost-your-immune-system

- Take steps to avoid infection, such as washing your hands frequently and cooking

meat thoroughly.

- Try to minimize stress.

- Keep current with all recommended vaccines. Vaccines prime your immune system

to fight off infections before they take hold in your body This source is reliable ‘cuz

obviously this is from Harvard and its contents are good and facts.
INTERNET SOURCE 2:
https://intermountainhealthcare.org/blogs/topics/covid-19/2020/06/want-a-defense-ag
ainst-covid-19-st - Keep moving: The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans
recommend 150-300 minutes per week of moderate intensity aerobic physical activity,
and 2 sessions per week of muscle strength training. Fit in 2, 5, 10 or 20 minutes,
however and wherever you can. Every active minute counts!

- Try indoor activities: Put some music on and walk briskly around the house or up and
down the stairs for 10-15 minutes 2 or 3 times per day. Dance to your favorite music,
jump rope, do an exercise video or a live or recorded exercise class, or use home cardio
machines.

- Try outdoor activities: Walk or jog around your neighborhood, spend time in nature,
go for a bike ride, garden or do yard work, or play active games with your family.
Staying physically active outdoors is one of the best ways to keep your mind and body
healthy. In many areas people can visit parks, trails, and open spaces to relieve stress,
get some fresh air and vitamin D, stay active, and safely connect with others. Visit
parks that are close to your home, prepare before you visit, stay at least 6 feet away
from others, don't use playgrounds, and wash your hands when you get home.

This is a reliable sources, as you can this is a sites with expertise.

INTERNET SOURCE 3:
https://www.makatimed.net.ph/news-and-exhibits/news/ways-to-boost-your-immune-s
ystem

- Maintain a healthy diet.The body reaps many benefits from a healthy meal.
Experts recommend a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy
fats. Plant-based foods are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.Meanwhile, healthy
fats like those found in olive oil and salmon can boost the body’s immunity
through their anti-inflammatory properties. It is also advisable to lessen sugars
and refined carbs.
- - Drink plenty of water While hydrating may not directly contribute to protecting
the body from bacteria and viruses, it is crucial to maintaining overall health.
Dehydration causes headaches and affects physical performance, digestion, and
heart and kidney function, increasing the susceptibility to illness.

This is from makati med a institution so this is reliable and the information i
already know against the information found in the source.and i Look also for
disclaimers as to the accuracy of the content. I double-check the information
against a source that I already know is trustworthy