When
weather conditions are extreme and erratic, as now, your body may
become more vulnerable to minor disturbances, such as flu or colds. In
order not easy to get sick, you would have to maintain the condition
and stamina with a variety of ways, including improved durability and
immunity or immunity through the intake of nutritious foods.
Here are some healthy foods that you can choose to boost immunity. By taking them properly and balanced, your body will be primed and protected from disease.
1. Oysters: Is it true that oysters contain substances that stimulate lust or boost immunity? Perhaps both are true. Oysters contain zinc (zinc). Research shows that low zinc intake is associated with male infertility. In addition, the mineral content of zinc in oysters have antiviral effects. Although
studies have not been able to explain the process, the mineral zinc
proved to play a major role in the immune system, including in wound
healing.
2. Watermelon: Also contains a lot of fluid and refreshing, ripe watermelon also contain high antioxidant and glutathione. Glutathione is known to help strengthen the immune system so it can fight infection. Glutathione was found in the red watermelon flesh.
3. Cabbage: In addition to watermelon, cabbage is also a useful source of glutathione strengthens the immune system. Cabbage is easy to find in every season and it's cheap. Try
adding some kind of cabbage (white, red, china) to soups and beverages
to increase the nutritional value and source of antioxidants in your
diet.
4. Nuts "almonds": You know, when under stress, then it is synonymous with lowered immunity? Try a handful of almonds to overcome. You
are advised to consume 1/4 cup almonds because the dose is already
contained 50 percent of the amount of vitamin E needed by the body to
help boost the immune system. Almonds also contain riboflavin and niacin, vitamin B that can help you recover from the effects of stress.
5. Orange "grapefruit": The content of vitamin C in grapefruit is very high and good for the body. However,
until recently, research has not been able to prove that you can easily
meet the requirement of vitamin C through diet alone, without
supplements, to help treat the flu or a cold. Even
so, grapefruit may be an option because it contains flavonoids (natural
chemical compounds that are useful boost the immune system). Do not like grapefruit? You could try oranges or tangerines (tangerines).
6. "Wheat germ": Wheat germ is a core part of a grain of wheat which is rich in nutrients. The
content contained in the wheat germ of which is the mineral zinc,
antioxidants, and vitamin B; as well as other essential vitamins and
minerals. Wheat germ also contains a mixture of fiber, protein, and some good fats.
7. Low-fat yogurt: A cup of yogurt each day can prevent your body from the cold. Look for yogurt label that wrote the "bacteria live and active cultures." Some researchers believe that yogurt may stimulate the immune system to fight disease. In addition, recent studies on vitamin D has found a link between low vitamin D levels and increased risk of cold and flu.
8. Garlic:
Garlic contains a number of useful antioxidants in the immune system
against H pylori, the bacterium that causes inflammation of the lining
of the stomach and even stomach cancer. Cooking
tips are: garlic peeled, cut, and allow 15 to 20 minutes before cooking
to activate enzymes that enhance immune function.
9. Spinach: Spinach is known as a super food because it is rich in nutrients. This is because spinach contains folate, which helps your body produce new cells and repair of DNA. Spinach also contains fiber, antioxidants, like vitamin C, and more. Spinach nutrition is obtained when the spinach is eaten raw or lightly cooked.
10. Tea: Like green tea or black tea? No need to hesitate because they both contain polyphenols and flavonoids that can fight disease. Antioxidants contained in both types of tea that can destroy free radicals.
11. Sweet potatoes: Like carrots, sweet potatoes also have antioxidant beta-carotene that fight free radicals. Sweet potatoes also contain vitamin A which is useful to slow the aging process and may reduce the risk of some cancers.
12. Broccoli: Vegetables are easily found in supermarkets is in fact contain substances that can enhance the body's immune basis. A study showed that natural chemicals in broccoli helps stimulate the immune system. Plus, the nutrients that protect your body from damage. In addition, broccoli also has vitamin A, vitamin C, and glutathione. Cooking
Tips: You can add a side dish with broccoli fed low-fat cheese to
obtain vitamin B and vitamin D are useful to boost immunity.
13. Button mushrooms: When you think of mushrooms as a low-nutrient foods, you are wrong! Mushrooms have a mineral selenium and antioxidants. Based on the study, low levels of selenium in the body can increase the risk of catching the flu are more severe. In addition, riboflavin and niacin content contained in the button mushrooms play an important role in the immune system. Animal studies have shown that the fungus also has antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-tumor effects.
14. "Acai berry": Known by the term "superfood", acai berry also produce antioxidants as blueberries. Only, acai berry antioxidant content is higher and is often called anthocyanins. Although
the acai berry can not dispesifikkan to combat certain diseases,
antioxidant believed to help your body fight aging and disease. Acai berry most often ditemukkan in juices or smoothies or dried and mixed with granola (cereal).
15. "Elderberry": In a study conducted found that the herb made from elderberry extract is able to block the flu virus. Several small studies in humans indicate that this material can help you recover faster from the flu. However, scientists caution that further studies are still needed. Elderberry itself rich in antioxidants and has the ability to relieve inflammation. [WebMD, kompas]
