Foods to boost Immune system

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In this outbreak of covid-19 everyone’s focus is on the question of how to boost immune system? Earlier we discussed 4 ways to boost immune system today here are some foods to boost immune system.

Foods to boost Immune system


A strong immune system caters to keep a person healthy; it carries organs, cells, tissues and protein which carry out bodily processes to fight any viruses or bacteria etc. Therefore, incorporating specific food into the diet may act as an immune system booster the following may be some of those:

Oily fish:

An important element to optimize immunity is consumption of zinc. This can be found in protein especially in oily fish containing omega-3 fatty acid. Oily fish includes Salmon, Tuna and Pilchards etc.

Almonds:

Second important element is selenium which can be found in nuts. These nuts are loaded with antioxidants and are a source of vitamin E too which also is another nutrient for immunity. Therefore, 1 tablespoon according to portion control for weight loss is ideal to consume in a day.

Ginger:

Another element is vitamin C which can easily be found in fruits and vegetables. However, ginger in specific has anti-inflammatory and anti oxidative properties which offer health benefits.

Broccoli:

Broccoli is a source of vitamin C it contains anti oxidants especially sulphorane, this can be beneficial for immune system health.

Turmeric:

Lastly, turmeric a yellow colored spice found in most Asian households. It contains a compound known as curcumin which again has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects Therefore, consumption may improve immune response.

Comments

  1. AlyssaApril 4, 2020 at 7:33 AM

    Great article! Thanks for sharing such wonderful information.

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  2. Javed SamoApril 4, 2020 at 10:43 AM

    Nice article well appeciated ..

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  3. UnknownApril 8, 2020 at 7:17 AM

    Great post and love turmeric

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  4. Lisa M. AliotoApril 10, 2020 at 5:11 AM

    Tumeric has been key for me for energy and my immune system. Almonds as well. Will have to try the others out more on your list - thanks for sharing!

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  5. SulaApril 10, 2020 at 6:04 AM

    Good information! I don't always think of nuts as having immune boosting properties. I happen to love almonds, so it really works out!

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  6. kellyann866April 10, 2020 at 9:26 AM

    Some good suggestion thank you

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  7. AshleyApril 11, 2020 at 7:12 AM

    Excellent article. I didn't know almonds boost immune system.

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