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They play a vital role in shaping the Society's future. We are currently seeking individuals with experience in Capital Campaigns, Human Resources and Governance, who wish to use their expertise communities. Ideal Candidates Have: • Senior management and governance experience. • Strategy and policy development experience. • committee experience. • Strong ties to the Oakville andMilton communities. • Willing to be an ambassador or advocate of the • A strategic and open mindset coupled with a sense of urgency to get things done. • Team player with ability to participate and Board members are appointed for a three-year term and are eligible to be reappointed for a second term. Our Board of Directors is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all members feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome and encourage applications that we live and serve. For more information regarding the OMHS, please refer to omhs.ca. If you wish to apply to serve on the Board of Directors, please send a cover letter and resume tonominations@omhs.ca. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process, please advise in advance, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Oakville and Milton Oakville and Milton DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 2501 Third Line | 905-465-3000 Open 24 hours | 7 Days a Week DE RANGO PHARMACY INC 478 Dundas Street West | 905-257-9737 Canada Post www.shoppersdrugmart.ca Fabio De Rango Pharmacist/Owner Voted Oakville's Favourite Pharmacist & Pharmacy • Patient Counselling • Complete Diabetic Care • Home Visits • Consultations • Free RX Delivery • Patient Counselling • Complete Diabetic Care • Home Visits • Pharmacogenetics • Free RX Delivery An Award Winning Oakville Pharmacy PLATINUMWINNER Pharmacist - Fabio De Rango Drug Store/ Pharmacy Open 24 hours | 7 Days a Week As we continue to prac- tise physical distancing, chances are we may have distanced ourselves from some of our regular eating habits. While adjusting to our new normal of all-day ac- cess to our kitchens and coping with worry, stress and boredom, it's impor- tant to remember that what we eat has the power to either strengthen or weaken our immune sys- tems. It can also be the dif- ference between feeling good and energized or anx- ious and fatigued. Here are some tips to consider: MAKE A PLAN Before grocery shop- ping, make a list of possible dishes you can cook so that you are prepared and have all the ingredients. Plan your meals for at least one week. This can decrease stress by eliminating im- pulse meals, especially when you're hungry, which can lead to unhealthier food choices. Having a shopping list can also re- duce the chances of im- pulse purchases of items that shouldn't be in your cart. • Think about flexible food items that can be used or substituted for various dishes such as a variety of grains, beans, vegetables and spices to diversify fla- vours. • Get creative and plan a variety of dishes based on themes or ethnic cuisines. • You also don't have to create new meals every day. If possible, when pre- paring dishes, make extra to ensure there are left- overs that you can freeze and enjoy later. NAVIGATING THE GROCERY STORE Begin grocery shopping by shopping the periphery of the store. This is where you'll find healthier pro- duce like fresh fruits, vege- tables, meat and fish. After choosing most of your gro- cery items from the perim- eter of the store, make your way into the aisles and carefully choose items within your shopping list. WHAT TO STOCK UP ON • Immune-boosting foods that are anti-inflam- matory and rich in antioxi- dant Vitamins A, C and E, including garlic, turmeric, spinach, broccoli and cit- rus fruits. • Fibre-rich foods such as beans and whole grains, like quinoa, spelt, millet and whole wheat, can re- duce digestive problems. Fibre also helps to promote healthy bacteria that re- side in our gut, which play an important role in pro- tecting us against illness, as 80 per cent of our im- mune system is in our gas- trointestinal tract. • Stress-reducing foods that are high in vitamins and minerals that get deplet- ed under stress, like B Vita- mins, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, selenium and magnesium. Be sure to load up on leafy greens and to replen- ish with omega-3 rich foods, such as avocados and fatty fish, nuts (espe- cially Brazil nuts which are high in selenium), eggs, pumpkin seeds, organic dark chocolate and turmer- ic. Avoid anxiety-inducing foods, including processed meat, fried foods, refined cereals, refined sugars, al- cohol and caffeine. • Shelf-stable foods should be nutritious like frozen fruits and vegeta- bles. Canned goods, such as a variety of beans, are good options. Be sure to read nu- tritional labels, choose products with no added sugar and sodium. Alter- natively, rinsing canned beans and vegetables can remove some of the sodium content. • Longer-lasting pro- duce like apples, celery, cit- rus fruits, carrots, peppers, cabbage, beets, winter squash, potatoes and sweet potatoes can extend the time between your grocery shopping trips. • Healthy snacks: Many may be eating healthy meals, but struggle to stay on track when it comes to snacking. Have healthier alterna- tives prepared like crunchy vegetables in a hummus or bean dip, roasted and sea- soned chickpeas and beans, nuts, stove-popped popcorn seasoned with nu- tritional yeast (which is rich in B Vitamins) or tur- meric, sliced apples or cel- ery with peanut butter, smoothies or yogurt grano- la parfait. Think of your food choices as information that send signals throughout your body. Every food choice is an opportunity to reshape and improve our health. Choose foods that will send your body the signals it needs to thrive. Jessica Rietta, owner of Vita Wellness, is a GTA- based holistic nutritionist. OPINION MAKE HEALTHY FOOD PART OF YOUR ROUTINE DURING COVID-19 WHAT WE EAT HAS THE POWER TO EITHER STRENGTHEN OR WEAKEN OUR IMMUNE SYSTEMS, JESSICA RIETTA WRITES JESSICA RIETTA Column