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Therefore, it is important for a person to take up a healthful balanced diet that incorporates foods capable of improving their immune response. Find below the foods that can boost a person’s immune system.
- Ginger: You can use ginger in a variety of dishes, and you can use some for tea. Ginger contains anti-inflammatory and antioxidative properties that offer credible health benefits.
- Garlic: This particular spice is famous for being a home remedy for the prevention of cold.
- Almonds: The almond nut is rich in vitamin E, manganese, magnesium, and fibre. Snacking on almonds will surely boost your immune system.
- Oranges: Oranges are a good source of vitamin C which is beneficial for fighting off cold. Research has proven that vitamin C helps to reduce the duration of common cold symptoms.
- Red Bell Pepper: Serving as an alternative source of vitamin C, red bell peppers when roasted or stir-fried can help improve a person’s immune response.
- Sunflower Seeds: These seeds are rich in vitamin E which is an antioxidant that enhances immune function.
- Green Tea: A great alternative to black tea and coffee, drinking green tea does a lot of good to the immune system. It contains flavonoids that can help to prevent the common cold in healthy people.
- Sweet Potatoes: These starchy vegetables are rich in beta carotene which is a type of antioxidant-rich in vitamin A. Beta carotene is good for the skin and it protects it from harmful UV rays.
- Turmeric: Widely used as a spice in most homes, turmeric has curcumin, a compound that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. Turmeric is also used in medicine.
- Salmon, Tuna, and other oily fishes: These fishes are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids which when taken for a long time may reduce the risk of rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid Arthritis happens when the immune system of a person begin to fight a healthy body part.
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Lifestyle Strategies that may Make a Person’s Immune System Stronger:
- Regular and proper washing of the hands.
- Avoiding smoking.
- Regular exercise.
- Having enough rest/sleep.
- Avoiding alcohol.
- Great stress management skills.
- Practising good oral hygiene.
- Consuming fruits and vegetables.
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