Now more than ever, people have become increasingly mindful of the things they do in order to keep themselves healthy and to avoid getting sick. 

Miko Aspiras, the sought-after chef behind well-known concept restaurants like Le Petit Soufflé and Scout’s Honor, is no exception. To help build his immune system, Chef Miko exercises regularly, takes his vitamins and supplements, and keeps a regular sleep schedule. 

1. Use fresh ingredients

Chef Miko also extends these immunity-boosting efforts to the kitchen by choosing ingredients to make all his meals — yes, including dessert – flavorful and nutritious. 

“I make sure I know what I eat is real food. I try to be mindful of what goes into my meals and snacks. I try to know the source of each ingredient and the health benefits it can add to my dish,” he told Yummy.ph. 

Home bakers can learn a thing or two about creating their own health-friendly desserts from Chef Miko himself:

Chef Miko prioritizes the use of fresh ingredients like fruits, saying that these help increase the overall nutritional value of his dishes. 

“Adding fresh fruits on top of pastries, tarts, [and] ice cream can instantly make your dish more nutritious and tasty,” he said.