By: Ana Margarita Olar | Vigorbuddy.com
The cliché, prevention is better than cure never gets old. Why suffer when you can prevent it? During flu season, you need to boost your immunity. Here are some power fruits that you can add to your meal plan to have a strong immunity system.
PAPAYA
A papaya fruit can provide 250 % of RDA for vitamin C. Plus, it also contain vitamin C, E , and beta-carotene which reduces inflammation. This anti-inflammatory property of papaya can help a person with asthma. As a bonus, it also helps to make skin look brighter, fresher and younger.
KIWI FRUIT
A kiwi fruit boosts immunity because it is loaded with vitamin C. This nutrient is known to strengthen our immune system. It is also rich in vitamin E which aids in increasing our body’s T-cell. You can eat it raw or enjoy it as a kiwi smoothie.
STRAWBERRIES
This berry also contains vitamin A and vitamin C even if its seeds contain minerals which support our immunity. Strawberries can be topped with cream, blended into a smoothie, or made into jam.
BLUEBERRIES
Blueberries boost immunity through its vitamin A and vitamin C content. Both vitamins are needed to produce antibodies to fight infection. It is also loaded with antioxidants to protect our cells. You can eat it raw, as a jam, as a smoothie, or as cake toppings.
APPLES
Apples are packed with antioxidants. In fact, a medium sized apple has antioxidant equivalent to 1500mg of vitamin C. It is also rich in flavonoids which help to prevent cancer and heart disease. You can enjoy it raw, or as toppings for fruit punch, or prepared as pie.
CRANBERRIES
Cranberries contain antioxidants which make our cells more resistant to damage and illness. And it also protects us from another type of flu- the one in our stomach. It has probiotics to enhance the level of good bacteria to protect our gut.
GRAPEFRUIT
This is also rich in vitamin C. The red variant of grapefruit also contains lycopene which helps us to fight against cancer. It also contains liminoids which lower cholesterol to prevent hypertension and cardiac problems.
BANANA
This fruit is a great source of vitamin B6, potassium, and magnesium which has many benefits. Vitamin B6 boosts immunity by reducing fatigue, depression, and stress. Its potassium content prevents cardiovascular problems. Magnesium helps to keep the bones strong.
Mother Nature has provided us with lots of products to maintain our health and vigor. We don’t need to depend on artificially made products.
