14 FOODS TO BOOST THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

CITRUS FRUIT

Vitamin C is thought to increase the production of white blood cells. These are key to fighting infections.

Popular citrus fruits include:

• grapefruit
• oranges
• tangerines
• lemons
• limes
• clementines

RED BELL PEPPERS

• Red bell peppers contain twice as much vitamin C as citrus.
• Besides boosting your immune system, vitamin C may help maintain healthy skin.

BROCCOLI

• Broccoli contains Vitamins A, C, and E, as well as many other antioxidants and fiber, broccoli is one of the healthiest vegetables.
• It is advised to eat it as raw as possible.

GARLIC

• Garlic serves as an immune booster and aids in lowering blood pressure and slows down the hardening of arteries.

GINGER

• Ginger may help decrease inflammation, which can help reduce a sore throat and other inflammatory illnesses as well alleviate nausea.

SPINACH

• Rich in Vitamin C

YOGHURT

• Source of Vitamin D
• Vitamin D helps to regulate the bodies immune system.

ALMONDS

• Vitamin E is key to a healthy immune system
• Almonds are packed with this Vitamin and also contain healthy fats

TURMERIC

• Not only good in food but can alleviate inflammation as well.

GREEN TEA

• Contains Antioxidants which enhances the immune system

PAPAYA

• Good source of Vitamin C
• It contains 224% of the daily amount
• Also contains digestive enzyme that has anti-inflammatory effects

KIWI

Contains:

• Folate
• Potassium
• Vitamin K
• Vitamin C

POULTRY

• Chicken soup is more than just a feel-good food with a placebo effect.
• It helps improve symptoms of a cold and also helps protect you from getting sick in the first place.
• Poultry high in Vitamin B-6 ( forms new and healthy red blood cells)

SUNFLOWER SEEDS

• Sunflower seeds contains phosphorous, magnesium, and vitamin B-6.

• They’re also incredibly high in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant.