With winter here and the Covid-19 threat looming large, here are six foods that will boost your immunity and ward off infections. Don't forget to check with your doctor first!
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Citrus Fruits
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Loaded with vitamin C, antioxidants, fibres, and minerals, citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, grapefruit, mandarins, etc. produce white blood cells which help fight off infections.
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Beetroot
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Including beetroot in your diet can help ward off infections as they are rich in iron and vitamin C foods. It also contains properties that improve gut health.
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Leafy Green Vegetables
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Green leafy vegetables like spinach, collard greens, lettuce, kale, and more contain vitamins K and C, as well as folate, fiber, and carotene, all of which promote immunity.
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Ginger
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Ginger contains gingerol, which is a bioactive compound that helps reduce the risk of infections and may boost immune health.
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Garlic
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Garlic is a strong antibiotic which contains antiseptic, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties that help fight off infections and bolster immunity.
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Fish
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Fatty fish like salmon and tuna contains omega-3 fatty acids which help reduce inflammation and ward off infections by boosting immunity.