This article was published on June 2nd, 2020
Boosting our immunity is a must these days, especially as life starts to go back to normal in Bahrain. Read on for 10 super foods that can help boost your immunity.
Citrus:
What do you reach for when you have a cold? Vitamin C! There are a number of fruits with a high concentrate of the vitamin, which includes oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, clementine and tangerines.
Garlic:
We’ve always heard people say that garlic helps fight against viruses – and that’s still true! Garlic has a number of immunity boosting assets, thanks to the high amount of sulfur found in garlic.
Broccoli:
One of the many reason why broccoli is a superfood is that they are packed with vitamins A, C and E. It is also a packed with fibers as well, which is an anti-oxidant. It is best to eat broccoli raw, or cook it as little as possible, to get the most out of their nutrition.
Red bell peppers:
Do you know that red bell peppers have 3 times the amount of vitamin C than oranges?
Kiwi:
Filled with vitamins K and C, kiwis are some of the best immunity boosting fruits available! They are also rich in folate, essential nutrients and potassium.
Spinach:
Another superfood, spinach has a lot of nutrients in them, as well as folate, which helps the body make new cells, and repairs DNA as well. It is a great source of antioxidants and fiber.
Ginger:
There’s a reason why everyone tells you to drink ginger when you’re not feeling well, because it is filled with antioxidants and is also a great immunity boosting good.
Watermelon:
Not only does watermelon help cool you down, but they also have a high concentrate of glutathione. This helps boost your immunity and fight against infections.
Yogurt:
Yogurts and other diary products includes probiotics, which helps prevent treat and prevent a number of illness, and also boosts your immunity at the same time.
Almonds:
We always tend to forget about the important of Vitamin E when it comes to boosting our immunity, but it is very important for your overall health. Nuts in general are a great source of Vitamin E and healthy fats.