Ever wondered why you often fall sick? The major reason for this is your weak immune system. If the immune system of an individual is good, then other organs may also function well. Often due to aging our immune system declines due to which our body may catch certain infections. Hence, a weak immune system may invite various diseases unknowingly in one’s body.
In order to keep away from such diseases, we must make constant efforts to strengthen our immune system by taking good care of our eating habits. Eating a well-balanced diet with all necessary vitamins and minerals and the consumption of green leafy vegetables and fresh fruits in adequate quantity on a daily basis ensures a strong immune system.
To strengthen the immune system, one needs to increase his/her intake of food items which are rich in antioxidants. As they help prevent the body from various infections, thereby keeping us away from harmful bacteria.
Vitamin C is one of many antioxidants that help increase good cholesterol and maintains blood pressure levels in the body and reduces the chances of catching flu or viral infections. Gooseberry is one of the richest sources of vitamin C. It is a powerful antioxidant and helps in flushing out harmful toxins from the body prevents cancer and is great for your eyes.
Papaya is not only extremely rich in Vitamin C but also has a wide range of health benefits like it lowers down the cholesterol, good for diabetes, aids weight loss improves vision, and also helps to have better digestion.
Orange is the perfect choice to munch-on; as it is rich in fibre and keeps you full for a longer period. It also helps improve your digestion, keeps your colon clean, and reduces the risk of stomach cancer.
Apart from the above fruits, kiwi, cherry, grapes, mango, strawberry, etc are also a good source of vitamin C.
Sweet potato is a food item that possesses a series of vitamins and minerals in abundance. It is high in fibre, hence promotes digestion, helps prevent vitamin A deficiency, and manages diabetes.
Apart from the above vegetable cabbage, turnip greens, white potato, coriander leaves, other green leafy vegetables are also a good source of vitamin C.
Some spices, vegetables, and fruits act as a superfood to our body, as they play an important role not only to strengthen our Immune system rather aid a lot more benefits to us.
In the same line, garlic plays a very significant role in strengthening the immune system. It helps keep away body from harmful bacteria, viral infections, blood pressure problems, and various other diseases that unknowingly affect the body. In order to strengthen the immune system, one must consume 1 garlic clove on an empty stomach daily.
Ginger is rich in iron, chlorine, calcium, iodine, keratin, and certain vitamin. It helps the body to have a good digestive system, blood circulation, healthy heart, and liver, prevents skin from premature aging and also strengthens the bones. Ginger plays a very important role in reducing infections in the body. Ginger acts as a very significant antibiotic and antibacterial for the body. It is suggested to consume ginger tea on a daily basis and try to inculcate ginger in all the food items for better results.
Turmeric is in itself a supreme medicine. It not only enhances the body’s immune system but also helps fight many diseases. Turmeric in milk helps in quick recovery from ailments like fever and infections. It has one of the supreme quality of antibiotic, antibacterial, antiseptic, and antioxidants. It fights infection, viral, cancer, flu, and skin-related diseases.
Broccoli is filled with vitamin A, calcium, iron, protein, and various minerals that are high in antioxidants and has one of the best qualities to serve as an antiseptic for the body. Broccoli can be consumed in salads or cooked vegetables at least once in a week.
Spinach is known as one of the superfoods that is rich in fiber, vitamin C, iron, and keratin. It helps aid constipation, strengthens eyesight, and keeps our body away from many diseases. Spinach can be consumed in the form of soup, vegetables, etc.
Almonds are also a very good source of vitamin C and certain minerals. Intake of almonds increases B type antibodies and fulfills the need for some important nutrients and reduces the harmful bacteria if any in the body.
Now that you are aware of these easy home remedies, it’s time to revamp your eating practices and live a healthy life!
Words by: Tanya S Kapoor,
Dietician and Nutritionist, Wellness By Tanya
Instagram: @wellnessbytanya
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