Health researchers have discovered that frequently dining away from home is closely associated with an increased risk of mortality.5 That’s probably because meals in many restaurants and fast-food outlets tend to be higher in energy density (calories), fat and salt, but lower in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and protective nutrients, such as dietary fibre and antioxidants. So while you deserve to enjoy yourself as lockdown eases, make sure the bulk of your meals continue to be home-cooked and nutrient-dense.