09/22/2020
Immune Boosting Nutrients and Simple Recipes anyone can make (see link) -
Although we cannot always control if a virus enters our body, we can help support our immune system to better fight off what we encounter. Healthy nutrition is important to keep the body balanced and functioning at its best.
Vitamin C: Important for our immune defense and oxidative stress. An insufficient amount can lead to impaired immunity and increased susceptibility to infections (1). Foods high in vitamin C include: broccoli, peppers, kale, brussels sprouts, kiwi, orange, guava.
Zinc: Needed for the development and normal function of immune cells and aids in the fight against infection (2). It helps to decrease inflammation and oxidative stress in the body. Foods high in zinc include: oysters, beef, crab (Alaska king), pork shoulder/tenderloin, lobster, chicken leg, almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds, yogurt, chickpeas.
Mushrooms: Offer many health benefits, including anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, anti- microbial properties as well as antioxidants, cholesterol-lowering properties and anti-hypertensive properties (3). They contain prebiotics which support gut health and β -glucans which can stimulate the immune system.
Probiotic rich foods: With 70 % of the immune system residing in our gut, it is important to provide probiotic rich, fermented foods to support gut and immune health. Probiotic foods include: kefir, yogurt, kombucha, fermented vegetables – kimchi, beets, sauerkraut.
Simple, Immune Boosting Meals Although we cannot always control if a virus enters our body, we can help support our immune system to better fight off what we encounter. Healthy nutrition is important to keep the body balanced and functioning at its best. Vitamin C: Important for our immune defense a...
