Why We Buy Foods in Panic

To understand why this is happening, Good Morning Europe spoke with Professor Neil Greenberg of the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychological and Neuroscence at King's College London, broadcasting Telegraph.

The “is very common since crises occur, people start planning on how to keep themselves safe and their families”, says Professor Greenberg.

I think what we're seeing is a balance between people trying not to worry too much, but at the same time they prepare for what may be a difficult situation”, Professor Greenberg said.

Greenberg says it is important that people turn to reliable sources to learn the facts about the situation rather than worry about what the media might say.

With only good facts, people can make reasonable decisions”, the professor said.