TOP 10 SIMPLE FOODS TO BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY

Your immune system is always at work, acting as your daily defence against germs, bacteria,
and viruses. Some conditions like HIV affect your immune system directly, while certain
treatments for diseases like cancer can weaken your immunity. In all cases, adding these key
foods and food groups to your diet can help improve your immune system

Fight-off germs and strengthen your immune system in this ncovid19 situation with these 10
immune-boosting foods

Citrus fruits

Citrus fruits are strong immunity boosters as they have an enormous amount of vitamin-c
which increases the production of white blood cells(WBC). WBC also called leukocytes, are the
cells of the immune system that are involved in protecting the body against both infectious
diseases and foreign invaders.

Popular citrus fruits include:

grapefruit

oranges

clementines
lemons

limes

2. Ginger

Garlic has strong anti-inflammatory properties and enhances immune function through multiple
mechanisms. Garlic is going to provide you relief from that stubborn cold and flu. Taking 2-3
cloves of raw or cooked garlic a day or sipping some garlic tea (with a touch of honey or ginger
to lift up the taste) is not only going to relieve a stuffed nose and cure a cold but also build your
immunity against these frequent visitors over time.

3.Turmeric

Turmeric aids in making our immunity stronger, the main life-saving ingredient in turmeric is
about 3-5 % of Curcumin; a phyto-derivative, which contains healing properties. Haldi(Turmeric)
is also consumed uncooked with milk and warm water or tea, to help combat flu or cold.

4. Papaya

Papaya is a great source of vitamin A, B, C, and K and is known as an excellent immunity

booster. It is great for improving digestive health of an individual.

5 Broccoli

A compound called sulforaphane found in broccoli which helps in the fight against viruses like
ncovid19 and build immunity. Broccoli also helps in fighting against various cancer disease.

6 Spinach
Spinach is rich in vitamins A, C and K, magnesium, iron and manganese for improving your
eyesight and boosting your immune system. The plant compounds in spinach may boost your
immune system.

7 Almond

High in vitamin E, almonds can help fortify your immune system. Rich in protein and fibre, they
also contain zinc, which has been linked to the prevention and treatment of the common cold.
Even better, almonds are also good for cardiovascular health and are a heart-healthy food you
should add to your diet.

8 Banana

A healthy source of carbohydrates, bananas boost energy and contain potassium which is
important to both your muscles and kidneys. Bananas are also high in B6, a vitamin that
benefits immune function.

9 Cow Milk

Milk from grass-fed cows is known to have higher omega-three fatty acid content (particularly
C18:3 linolenic acid) and higher conjugated linoleic acid content than cows fed on
supplementary feeds. The milk has higher levels of vitamin E and beta-carotene. There is also
higher natural vitamin D due to the cow's exposure to sunlight.

10 Yogurt

Probiotics in yogurt have a general immunity-boosting effect and inhibit a range of pathogenic
bacteria and yeasts in the gut. Probiotics are also known to show potential in preventing
allergies such as eczema, particularly in children. In older or immune-compromised people, live
yogurt may help increase resistance to bacterial and viral diseases.