Superfoods that strengthen your immunity
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Superfood helps boost our immunity system and fight against illness. Adding these ingredients or food items to your daily routine can improve your overall health while keeping you fit for a better lifestyle. Let us find out some of those superfoods and understand their benefits... https://www.thewellnesscorner.com/blog/10-superfoods-to-boost-your-immunity
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Superfoods that strengthen your immunity
- 1. STRENGTHEN YOUR IMMUNITY NATURALLY WITH SUPER FOODS
- 2. What are Superfoods? • Superfoods are nutrient dense foods packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. • They offer maximum nutritional benefits with minimal calories. • Helps neutralize free radicals in the body. • Reduces the risk of diseases like heart disease, arthritis, stroke, cancer, etc.
- 3. • Superfoods contain nutrients that are essential for the functioning of the immune system and helps fight off diseases. These nutrients also keeps you energized. • Consuming these foods along with eating a healthy diet keeps immune system strong and healthy. Some of these nutrients are: • Vitamin C • Vitamin D • Vitamin E • Vitamin K • Zinc How superfoods help enhance immunity?
- 4. Superfoods that enhance immunity • Citrus Fruits • Garlic • Ginger • Herbs & Spices • Holy Basil • Indian Gooseberry • Nuts & Seeds • Red Bell Peppers • Mushrooms • Green Leafy Vegetables
- 5. • Rich in Vitamin C that helps build up your immune system. • Increases the production of white blood cells which are key to fighting infections. • Popular citrus fruits include: • Lemon • Limes • Oranges • Grapefruit • Tangerine • Squeeze lime to your vegetables or beans or enjoy oranges or lime as a snack. Citrus Fruits
- 6. • This cooking staple contains antiseptic properties. • Comprises antioxidants and compound allicin that helps fight cold. • Raw garlic increases the number of t- cells in the blood, which in turn fights viruses. • Crush or slice garlic cloves and add to salad dressings. Garlic
- 7. • Has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. • Contains compound called gingerol that supports immune system. • Helps kill cold viruses and has been said to combat chills and fever. • Chew a small slice of ginger before meals, sip herbal tea or add to smoothies, salads, curries, etc. Ginger
- 8. • Herbs and spices like turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, black pepper, star anise, etc. have natural infection- fighting properties. • Have natural antibiotic and anti- inflammatory properties. • Add these to your soups, vegetable dishes, dips and sauces, etc. for a healthy lifestyle. Herbs & Spices
- 9. • Swallow 5-8 basil leaves in the morning or enjoy a cup of refreshing tulsi (basil) tea. • Protects against nearly all infections from viruses, bacteria, and fungi. • Tulsi leaves extract increases the activity of natural killer cells in the body. Holy Basil
- 10. • An excellent source of Vitamin C. • Helps prevent viral and bacterial infections including cold and cough. • Take amla juice mixed with water every day on an empty stomach. Indian Gooseberry (Amla)
- 11. • Packed with essential immune-boosting nutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, manganese, B vitamins like vitamin B2 and B3 and omega-3 fatty acids. • Seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds are also rich in zinc that helps fight off cold and other infections quicker. • Are a great option for healthy snacking or add to your breakfast cereal or smoothies. Nuts & Seeds
- 12. • One of the richest sources of vitamin C and a good source of beta carotene. • Contains almost 3 times as much vitamin C as oranges. • Great addition to your salads, dips, stir-fry veggies, etc. to boost your defense mechanism. Red Bell Peppers
- 13. • Rich in vitamin D, B and selenium, it improves your immune system. • The only plant source of vitamin D. • Also contains beta glucans that activates leukocytes for better functioning of the immune system. • Try grilled or roasted or add them to soups, salads, scrambled eggs, etc. Mushrooms
- 14. • Excellent sources of vitamin C, vitamin K, antioxidants, potassium, magnesium, beta carotene, etc. • Plays a critical role in regulating the functioning of the immune system. • Make smoothies, add to your salads or soups, or try stir-fried. Green Leafy Vegetables
- 15. These superfoods need to be taken for longer duration along with a healthy diet to reap the benefits. • Maintain healthy eating habits. • Eat a variety of foods. • Include colourful fruits and vegetables in your diet. • Pay attention to the serving size. • Buy local and seasonal foods to ensure the highest nutrient content. • Replace processed foods with whole foods. NOTE: Excess consumption of these foods can be harmful for health and can lead to many health problems. Points of consideration
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Editor's Notes
- Almost all citrus fruits are high in vitamin C. With such a variety to choose from, it’s easy to add a squeeze of this vitamin to any meal.
- Garlic is found in almost every cuisine in the world. It adds a little zing to food and it’s a must-have for your health.
- If you think citrus fruits have the most vitamin C of any fruit or vegetable, think again.
- Variety is the key to proper nutrition. Eating just one of these foods won’t be enough to help fight off the flu or other infections, even if you eat it constantly. Pay attention to serving sizes and recommended daily intake so that you don’t get too much of a single vitamin and too little of others.
- Variety is the key to proper nutrition. Eating just one of these foods won’t be enough to help fight off the flu or other infections, even if you eat it constantly. Pay attention to serving sizes and recommended daily intake so that you don’t get too much of a single vitamin and too little of others.
- Variety is the key to proper nutrition. Eating just one of these foods won’t be enough to help fight off the flu or other infections, even if you eat it constantly. Pay attention to serving sizes and recommended daily intake so that you don’t get too much of a single vitamin and too little of others.
- Variety is the key to proper nutrition. Eating just one of these foods won’t be enough to help fight off the flu or other infections, even if you eat it constantly. Pay attention to serving sizes and recommended daily intake so that you don’t get too much of a single vitamin and too little of others.