#02: Better Health During COVID-19

James and Cate discuss important ways to stay physically and mentally healthy while practicing social distancing during the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Jennifer Goodrich, licensed professional counselor and CEO of Pivot: A Turning Point for Youth, provides valuable insights and useful tips for nurturing your mental health and keeping perspective during unusual and traumatic times. 

Then, Melissa Oishi, RD/LD, Pediatric Dietitian at OU Physicians, explains the importance of keeping a well-balanced diet and best practices for safe and efficient grocery shopping. 

Your hosts provide a plethora of valuable resources for quitting tobacco, meal planning, exercising at home, finding food, accessing state resources, homeschooling and more. 

Links and resources: 

• Coronavirus helpline: 211 or 877-215-8336
• OK Coronavirus Center - coronavirus updates and resources
• OK COVID-19 Resources - state guidance and resources 
• OK Tobacco Helpline (1-800-QUIT-NOW) - free supply and coaching to quit smoking/vaping/tobacco use
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746
• Shape Your Future - helpful guides for exercise and nutrition
• YMCA free online workouts 
• NY Times article on meditation
• News 9 list of public schools providing free food
• OK Regional Food Bank - help getting food and prescriptions
• OETA distance learning programs
• OK State Dept. of Education resources and guidance