Immunity Boosters

To maintain good health, efficient immune system is the key factor. It acts like defending army. It helps to protect from all types of diseases from common cold to cancer, keeps allergies in check as well as slows down the ageing process. The persons with strong immunity fell less prone to diseases.

Poor diet will result in a weakened immune system. Others factors such as stress, smoking, excess alcohol and caffeine, food additives, pesticides, pollution, lack of sleep and exercise also weakens the immune system.

Vegetables

	Nutrients	Properties
Beet	Folate, iron, manganese, protein, fiber, potassium	Anti-inflammatory, Anticancer, Blood purifier, Good for heart
Broccoli	Vitamin B, C, E, folate, betacarotene, calcium, iron, zinc	Anti-oxidant , Anti-cancer, Anti-viral, Good for heart
Carrot	Vitamin K,betacarotene, calcium, folate, iron, zinc, chromium, fiber	Anti-oxidant, Detoxifying, Anti-inflammatory, Good for heart, Beneficial for eye health, and vision
Cauliflower	Vitamin B, C, calcium, zinc, potassium, folate, fiber	Anti-oxidant , Anti-cancer,Anti-allergenic, Good for heart
Onion	Vitamin B, sulfur compounds	Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Detoxifying, Good for heart
Potato	Vitamin B, C, potassium, copper, folate, fiber	Anti-oxidant, Anti-cancer
Pumpkin(orange)	Vitamin C, betacarotene, fiber	Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant
Spinach	Vitamin B, E, folate, calcium, zinc, magnesium, fiber	Anti-oxidant, Anti-cancer, Good for heart
Sweet Potato	Vitamin B, C, E, betacarotene, iron, potassium, fiber	Anti-oxidant, Anti-cancer, Good for heart
Tomato	Vitamin B, C, E, Betacarotene, Potassium	Anti-oxidant, Anti-cancer, Anti-viral

Fruits

	Nutrients	Properties
Apple	Vitamin C, iron, potassium, sodium, phosphorus, calcium, sulphur, flavonoids, fiber, malic acid	Detoxifying, Anti-viral, Good for heart,Help intestinal infections and acidity
Banana	Vitamin B3, B5, B6, C, potassium, magnesium, iron, glucose, fiber	Anti-viral, Anti-cancer, Detoxifying, Good for heart, Treat constipation, ulcers, enhance immune system
Cantaloupe melon	Vitamin B3, C, beta-carotene	Anti-viral, Anti-cancer, Anti-bacterial, Anti-oxidant, Detoxifying, Good for heart
Grapes	Vitamin B3, B6, biotin, glucose, potassium, selenium, zinc	Anti-oxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Detoxifying, Good for heart. Useful for anemia, liver malfunctions such as hepatitis and jaundice.
Grapefruit	Potassium, folate, iron, amino acids, zinc, vitamin B and C	Protects arteries, aids digestion, and boosts the immune system.
Guava	Vitamin B3, C, beta-carotene, fiber	Anti-viral, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Good for rheumatoid arthritis
Lemon	Vitamin C, folate, potassium, fiber	Anti-septic, Anti-fungal, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Good for healthy skin and gums
Mango	Vitamin B3, C, E, beta-carotene, fiber	Anti-viral, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Good for heart
Orange	Vitamin B3, B5, C, carotenoids, folate, iron, potassium, calcium.	Anti-viral, Anti-bacterial, Anti-oxidant, Anti-cancer, Detoxifying, Good for heart, Improves weak digestion & immunity
Papaya	Vitamin C, carotenoids, folate, potassium, fiber	Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Good for cardiovascular disease, Improves digestion, Rids intestinal worms, Eases inflammation and constipation
Pineapple	Vitamin B, C, manganese, potassium, iron, folate, sucrose, fiber	Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Anti-inflammatory, good for heart. Good for sinusitis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout. Diuretic, detoxifies, purifies blood, prevent blood clots and increases circulation
Pomegranate	Calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, vitamin C	Aids digestion, Destroys intestional worms
Strawberry	Vitamin B3, B5, C, flavonoids, fiber	Vitamin B3, B5, C, flavonoids, fiber
Watermelon	Phosphorus, potassium, sodium, calcium, iron, sucrose, vitamins B and E	Diuretic, helps weight loss, treats kidney and urinary tract problems

Dry Fruits

	Nutrients	Properties
Almond	Vitamin B, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, phosphorous, omega 6 fatty acid	Anti-oxidant, Good for heart, Excellent skin food
Cashew nut	Vitamin B, biotin, folate, iron, magnesium, potassium, zinc, iodine, selenium, protein	Anti-oxidant, Anti-viral, Good for heart, Lowers cholesterol level
Pista	Vitamin B, E, calcium, magnesium, potassium, maganese, omega 6 fatty acid	Anti-allergenic, Anti-viral,Detoxyfying, Good for heart
Walnut	Vitamin B, folate, calcium, iron, selenium, zinc, omega 6 fatty acid	Anti-oxidant, Good for heart, Lowers cholesterol level

Grains

	Nutrients	Properties
Corn	Vitamin A, B, C, beta-carotene, folate, magnesium, zinc, fiber	Anti-allergenic, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Good for heart
Rice	Vitamin B, iron, folate, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, copper, zinc, fiber, protein, carbohydrate	Anti-allergenic, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Detoxifying, Good for heart
Soy bean	Vitamin B, E, iron, calcium, folate, magnesium, manganese, potassium, zinc, contain all 8 essential amino acid	Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, detoxifying, Good for heart, Anti-inflammatory, Help to cope with stress,Control menopausal symptoms like hot flushes
Wheat	Vitamin B, E, protein, iron, folate, magnesium, manganese, selenium, zinc, fiber	Anti-bacterial, Anti-viral, Anti-cancer, Anti-oxidant, Good for heart

Protein

It is required to manufacture all cells including antibodies and enzymes so protein is vital for strong immunity.

Vitamins

Vitamin A helps to maintain the thymus gland which is the part of lymph system and is powerfully antiviral.
Vitamin B-complex is important for the activity of phagocyte.
Vitamin C is needed for the function of entire immune system.
Vitamin E is a powerful anti-oxidant which helps to stimulate antibody production.

Minerals

Iron builds up overall resistance. Calcium helps the phagocyte cells to carry out their cleaning-up duty. Selenium is necessary for the production of antibodies. Zinc is necessary for the maturation of T-cells (which are produced in the thymus gland which destroy foreign bodies directly)

Fiber

Fiber is vital for healthy digestive system – it keeps the colon clear and prevents the build-up of toxins and helps to prevent overgrowth of bad bacteria.

Exercise

It stimulates the circulation, improving the oxygen supply to the organs. Simply staying generally active and walking briskly for half an hour every day will help.

Others

The importance of having positive attitude to life and a good social network cannot be overestimated –studies have revealed that laughing, being optimistic and sharing a joke with friends can boost the immune system. Proper sleep is also important and exposure to natural daylight is key to stimulating both mood and immunity. Yoga and meditation can release stress and help you to relax.

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