Grocery list: What to buy to during a lockdown

In case of a lockdown or self-quarantine, here are a list of supplies that you might need for 2 weeks to up to 1 month. We are going to share with you how to buy sensibly but not stockpiling.

For your pantry:

2 weeks’ worth of non-perishable & shelf-stable food.

 

Protein:

– Beans

– Canned tuna & salmon

– Frozen pork, chicken, shrimps

– Shelf-stable milk

 

Grain products:

– Rice

– Rolled oats

– Noodles

– Pasta

– Bread

– Breakfast cereals

 

Long-lasting vegetables:

– Cabbages

– Carrots

– Garlic

– Onions

– Potatoes

– Pumpkins

– Celery

 

Fruits & snacks:

– Long-lasting fresh fruits, e.g. apples, oranges, lemon, pomegranates

– Dried & frozen canned fruits

– Nuts

– Chocolate & sweets

– Granola bars

Toiletries

– Toothbrushes

– Shampoos

– Hair conditioners

– Soaps

– Sanitary products

– Blazers

– Shaving cream

– Hand sanitizers (over 60% alcohol)

Cleaning supplies:

– Laundry detergent

– Surface cleaner

– Bleach

– Bathroom cleaner

– Disinfecting wipes

– Disinfectant

– Toilet bowl cleaner

Medical Supplies

– Prescription drugs (2 weeks to a month’s worth)

– Over-the-counter drugs (pain relievers, fever reducers, stomach remedies, cold medicines)

– First-aid kit (disposable gloves, normal saline, triangular bandage, safety pin, band aid, sterile gauze pads (5cm x 5cm), sterile gauze pads (7.5cm x 7.5cm), sterile eye pads, elastic bandage (5cm), elastic bandage (7.5cm), micropore (1.25cm), torch, alcohol pad, scissors, dressing forceps, whistle with compass, instant cold pack, rescue blanket)

– Face masks to wear if you are coughing or sneezing, or have to take care of someone with suspected infection

For your pets

– Pet foods

– Crate (in case of relocation)

– Litter

– Medical supplies