7 Immunity Boosting Foods For The Monsoon
Enjoy the rain and beat
infections
Much as we love the
monsoon, we have to admit it brings quite a few health issues with it, not all
of which are water borne. A good immune system therefore is the need of this
season, which can be built by eating certain foods.
Citrus foods:
Foods like lemon,
gooseberries, oranges and so on can boost immunity because of their high
Vitamin C content. Although most citrus fruits are acidic, they instantly create
an alkaline environment in the body, thereby reducing the effect of any kind of
inflammation. Disease-causing germs can thrive only in an acidic environment.
Foods rich in Vitamin E:
Vitamin E is a potent
antioxidant found in nuts and seeds like almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, peanuts,
plant oils and vegetables like kale.
Iron-rich foods:
Iron, particularly the
easily absorbed ‘heme iron’, helps the body carry oxygen to the cells. Heme
iron is abundant in lean poultry and seafood. Vegetarians can get other forms
of iron from dates, beans, broccoli and kale.
Garlic:
Raw garlic can fight
bacteria, viruses and fungi, and increase the virusfighting T-cells in the
bloodstream.
Turmeric:
Turmeric’s active
component curcumin is a powerful antioxidant, anti-viral and anti-fungal and
can help protect against cancer. Try a cup of turmeric latte.
Nutmeg:
Trace minerals found in
nutmegs such as potassium, iron, calcium and manganese help boost your immune
system. Green or herbal tea: Green tea contains polyphenols – potent plant
antioxidants with immunity-boosting effects. A particular type of polyphenols
called catechins may kill influenza viruses.
Monsoon Tips
· Avoid eating outside food. If you can’t, eat
only fully cooked foods instead of raw foods.
· Always wash
your fruits and vegetables thoroughly.
· Use herbs and spices like turmeric, nutmeg,
lemongrass and black pepper.
· Most infections are viral and antibiotics work
on bacteria only.
· Stay home if you are sick.
· Keep yourself hydrated; sip green tea and warm
water instead of cold beverages.
· Wash your hands with soap and clean water
regularly to protect against infections.
· Sleep well for better immunity.
SHIKKA SHARMA
HTBR 26AUG18
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