immunity Boosters

1. 8 FOODS THAT HELP BOOST YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM Immunity has become the need of the hour, with covid 19 and other comorbidities one has to be extremely careful about their health and well being. So how can you improve your immunity? Well, the first and foremost thing to consider is what you feed your body above anything else! Some foods are good for your health and some aren’t. Just like some foods aid in boosting digestion, others help in boosting immunity. Taking the vaccine does not mean that you’ve built immunity and you can be careless about your body’s nutritional needs, so if you want to avoid catching a cold, the flu, or other common summer diseases, you should be including these immune boosters in your diet regularly coupled with other practices of well being. 1. CITRUS FRUITS Citrus fruits are strong immunity boosters and are even recommended by doctors all over the world. Why should you load yourself with Vitamin C tablets when you can obtain Vitamin C along with many other fibres and minerals by directly consuming citrus fruits. Extensive research has proven that Vitamin C increases the production of white blood cells, which play a vital role in fighting infections and diseases in the body. While our bodies do not produce or store Vitamin C, it is nevertheless needed. Some common easily available citrus fruits are lemons, oranges, tangerines, limes, green grapes, pomegranate, and grapefruits. 2. RED BELL PEPPERS

2. Somehow we all feel that citrus fruits are the ultimate source of Vitamin C! Red bell peppers are even richer in Vitamin C than citrus fruits, we bet you didn't know that! They contain up to twice as much Vitamin C as citrus fruits do. Apart from helping build a strong immune system, Red bell peppers also help you maintain healthy skin. They are also excellent for your eyes. 3. BROCCOLI While many of you may despise cauliflower, broccoli is something that is liked by all, babies and adults alike. More than weight-loss benefits did you also know that broccoli also boosts your immune system. It is supercharged with multiple vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, C, and E. It is also rich in antioxidants and fibre. Broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables available at your closest vegetable store or grocery portal. Consume it at least twice a week to make your immune system super strong. Broccoli should not be overcooked, in fact, you can reap its maximum benefits by eating it raw. 4. GARLIC Garlic is a common ingredient found in most Indian recipes. Other than adding a delicious fragrance and taste to your dishes whether regional or continental, garlic also helps to fight infections. Garlic is rich in sulfur-containing compounds like allicin. The consumption of garlic helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol—the immune-boosting properties of garlic help in fighting skin infections, bacteria, fungi, and viruses. 5. TURMERIC AND GINGER How often have you heard people asking you to consume ginger and turmeric when you’re sick? Pretty often is our guess! But why not use it before catching a disease? As it is said, “Prevention is better than cure”, it will be extremely beneficial to you if you make ginger and turmeric a part of your daily diet, whether it is a ginger turmeric latte, kadha water or raw ginger, honey, and turmeric on an empty stomach in the morning. Ginger contains a compound known as gingerol, a relative of capsaicin which helps decrease inflammation, helps with chronic pain, and also helps against nausea. The active ingredient curcumin present in turmeric is an excellent antibacterial immune booster. 6. BLUEBERRIES Blueberries contain a flavonoid known as anthocyanin. Anthocyanin has antioxidant properties. As said before, antioxidants are excellent for your immune system. They

3. strengthen your defense against various diseases. Studies show that people who eat flavonoid-rich foods are less likely to have an upper respiratory tract infection. Blueberries also help against the common cold and flu. 7. DARK CHOCOLATE Believe it when we say that the dark chocolate hidden in your larder also helps boost your immune system. Theobromine present in dark chocolate protects your body cells from free radicals. Free radicals are produced by the body when it breaks down foods, they may also be caught by the body from different pollutants. Free radicals may damage the body cells which raises the chance of disease. However, despite all its benefits like any other chocolate, dark chocolate contains saturated fats and is high in calories, thus, it should be eaten in moderation. 8. PAPAYA Unbelievably you will find double the daily recommended amount of Vitamin C in Papaya which is the reason to include it in your daily diet. Additionally, the fruit is loaded with papain-a digestive enzyme, healthy amounts of potassium, magnesium, and folate. These features provide anti-inflammatory properties to the fruit, which is highly beneficial for boosting immunity. Thus if you want good health then the above foods are must-haves for your kitchen pantry. Replenish your stock on www.rozana.in