Riverside Healthcare | The Journey | Summer 2021

Ingredients 1 pound peaches, sliced into wedges, then cut crosswise (frozen may be used) 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into ¾-inch cubes 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil, torn into medium pieces 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons rice vinegar Pinch of salt Freshly ground black pepper, optional Directions ● In large mixing bowl, combine peaches, mozzarella and basil. ● Drizzle on oil and vinegar, add salt and pepper, if using, and toss gently until evenly coated. ● Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 4 hours. Nutrition information Serving size: 1/4 of recipe. Amount per serving: 240 calories, 14g total fat (7g saturated fat), 15g carbohydrates, 15g protein, 2g total fiber, 410mg sodium. Summer 2021 13 Peach and basil salad with fresh mozzarella The best way to get the nutrients your immune system needs is to include a wide variety of healthy foods in your diet. Makes 4 servings. Zinc. This may help wounds heal. You can find it in wheat germ, beans and tofu. But zinc is best absorbed from animal sources like beef and fish. Finally, a word of warning about taking supplements: Overloading on specific nutrients won’t give your immune system a super boost. And taking too much of some of them can actually do more harm than good. Take an all-around approach Eating nutritious foods is just one way to strengthen your immune system. Other good habits include: ● Getting a good amount of sleep each night. ● Being active every day. ● Maintaining a healthy weight. ● Coping with stress and anxiety in healthy ways, like deep breathing or exercise.