The Role of Fish, Meat, Milk and Eggs in Coronavirus Prevention

Currently, the coronavirus or COVID-19 has taken the form of a pandemic worldwide, becoming a name of terror for everyone.

According to WHO recommendations, it is necessary to consume nutritious food to boost the body's immunity during this coronavirus crisis. The main components of this nutritious food are fish, meat, milk, and eggs.

However, a rumor has spread in our country that coronavirus is transmitted through fish, meat, and milk, which is completely baseless. Fisheries and Livestock Minister SM Rezaul Karim, MP, has urged people not to be misled by rumors about coronavirus transmission through fish and meat, and instead called for regular consumption of milk, eggs, fish, and meat to combat coronavirus. The following points are discussed:

1) Milk is an essential food for the human body. A person can survive by consuming only milk throughout their life. Cow's milk increases our body's immunity. Therefore, if possible, drink at least one glass of milk daily to keep yourself healthy during this coronavirus pandemic.

2) Eat at least one egg daily to control high blood pressure, diabetes, weight, and boost immunity. Eggs contain abundant vitamin D, which enhances immunity.

3) Various media are spreading propaganda that coronavirus can spread from ducks, chickens, and various pets. However, there is no record anywhere in the world of coronavirus spreading from chickens, especially broilers. On the other hand, no vaccine for COVID-19 has been developed yet, and our internal immunity is our only resource to combat it. Therefore, there is no alternative to meat for boosting immunity at low cost.

4) Additionally, from domestic, Sonali, or broiler chickens, ducks, pigeons, quails, turkeys, guinea fowls, cows, buffaloes, goats, and sheep, etc., we get meat, eggs, and milk as sources of animal protein. These supply vitamins and minerals that boost immunity against many diseases. Regular consumption of such foods will play a crucial role in preventing viral and bacterial infections and replenishing physical losses.