In times like today when everyone is trying to protect themselves from the pandemic virus with gloves and facemasks, the next most effective measure we can take is to boost our immune system as much as possible, to give our bodies that extra bit of strength to stay healthy and fight off whatever nasties may come our way. Although this is particularly true currently, it is also true for every other day of the year, every year! We have put together a list of the most powerful (and delicious!) superfoods that are readily available in stores, some of which you may already have at home, that will give your immune system that extra boost as well as help fight off dangerous diseases like diabetes, clogged arteries, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and obesity. Remember though, that this is all part of living a healthy lifestyle. Some pomegranate or blueberries once in a while, in between a regular diet of cheeseburgers and soda (all of which is ok, once in a while), is not going to help your immune system get stronger or ward off the dangerous diseases just mentioned. The more you have of these things at home, the more you begin to incorporate them naturally into your lifestyle. Here’s to a healthy year!
Oranges
– Vitamins D, C and E
– Beta-Carotene
– Zinc
This soccer mom staple is more than an energy boost for pre-teens at halftime! On top of quenching your thirst, you’ll gain some serious nutrients that will assist your immune system: vitamin C, potassium, and pectin (which is fiber). Turns out, potassium isn’t just in bananas; it also helps lower blood pressure, moderate sodium intake, and neutralize proteins that contribute to heart scar tissue or heart failure. Pectin plays an important role too and helps absorb the cholesterol in foods.
Oranges
Kiwi
-Vitamin C,B,D6,A
-Magnesium,Iron
Don’t confuse the cute bird with the cute fuzzy fruit! Inside one kiwi you’ll find a juicy green fruit that’s packed with vitamins B, C, & E; polyphenols, magnesium, potassium, and copper. (Inside the other, a tiny bird!) These edible elements from the periodic table reduce clots and keep your whole heart system healthy, helping your immune system stay strong. If you find that you suffer from constipation more often than not, then eating kiwis is a fantastic way to get your tummy running smoothly again.
Kiwi
