10 Foods that Boost Your Immune System
PAPAYA
Loaded with vitamin C. You can find 157% of the daily recommended amount in a single papaya! Contains an enzyme called papain which helps combat inflammation. This powerful fruit also has potassium, folate, vitamin A and vitamin B which boost your immunity
GARLIC
Contains large amounts of calcium, potassium and sulphuric compounds which all help to kill bacteria and treat infections. Garlic also helps lower blood pressure and cholesterol
GREEN TEA
Packed with flavonoids, a type of antioxidant. Contains levels of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), another powerful antioxidant that enhances immune function
BROCCOLI
Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, as well as fiber and many other antioxidants, which all help with overall immunity. Steaming is best to preserve the nutrients in broccoli
GINGER
Helps to decrease inflammation which reduces a sore throat and inflammatory illnesses. Ginger may also help with nausea and chronic pain
SPINACH
Rich in vitamin C, calcium and packed with numerous antioxidants and beta carotene, which increase the infection-fighting ability of our immune system
CITRUS FRUITS
One of the best sources of vitamin C which is key to fighting infections. You can use lemon/lime in your tea for daily doses
RED BELL PEPPER
Contains almost 3 times as much vitamin C as an orange. Rich source of beta carotene which strengthens your eyes and skin
APPLES
Contains vitamin A, B1, B2, C and E. Also contains pectin, which is a type of fiber that acts as a pre-biotic. This boosts gut bacteria which improves our immune system
TURMERIC
Natural anti-inflammatory compound which helps fight foreign invaders and repairs damage