"J&J owns many of the world's most common health and beauty brands, which many consumers will continue to purchase through any market ups and downs."
"Health insurance is a cost that very few households or employers will look to cut, even during recessions."
"Retailers like CVS Health offer an attractive option for investors as well."
"Like healthcare, we all continue to pay for our electricity and water, even when times are tight."
"Consumer staples are often considered recession-proof, because they're items that we continue to buy through the good times and the bad times."
"Big box retailers can offer investors stability during economic upheaval because shoppers will continue to head through the doors every week."
"Let's be honest -- with a bit less money in our pockets, we're probably even more likely to stay home with a packet of Doritos and some Pepsi on a Friday night."
"The price of gold can be volatile, but one of the periods where gold can shine, pun intended, is during a recession."