As the world is battling a virus that’s highly contagious, we’re encouraged to stay home as much as possible. However, a trip to the supermarket is inevitable, especially when online grocery delivery slots are filled. Maintaining a sufficient supply of food that doesn't go bad quickly is important, but that doesn’t mean you have to resort to canned, processed food. It’s still possible—and highly important—to eat healthy in order to boost your immune system. We’ve rounded up a list of shelf-stable and highly nutritious food items that you can stock up on for your home cooked meals during a lockdown.

An ingredient widely used as a flavoring agent in Asian and Indian cooking, ginger contains Gingerol, an anti-inflammatory compound. With anti-nausea and cough suppressing properties, ginger has long been used as an alternative treatment for the flu and common cold. Studies have shown that ginger is rich