15 Important Foods that Boost our Body Immunity System
Author : Dr. Jakir Hossain Laskar, PhD
Orange – contains Vitamin-C which promotes the production of body immune cells. Contains Vitamin-D which regulates our immune response and helps immune cells fight off bacteria and viruses. Also contains flavonoids (hesperidin) and carotenoids which encounter infections and fights against inflammation.
Capsicum – is a rich source of beta carotene, an anti-oxidant, which increases immune call activity.
Broccoli – is enriched with immunity-boosting beta carotene and minerals like zinc and selenium.
Garlic – contains allicin which is very powerful in fighting infections.
Ginger – has strong anti-oxidant property which combat inflammation and enhance immune response.
Yogurt – contains probiotic which stimulates our immune system to help fight diseases.
Almonds – are rich source of Vitamin-E that acts as an anti-oxidant in our body which keeps our immune system healthy.
Turmeric – contains curcamin which has immune-modulatory effects on antigen presentation, cell-mediated immunity and cytokinin production.
Green Tea – contains flavonoids and polyphenols which have strong immune-boosting effects.
Kiwi – is rich source of folate, potassium, Vitamin-E, Vitamin-C, Vitamin-K which boost our immune system fights against harmful free radicals.
Sunflower Seeds – contains phosphorus, magnesium, Vitamin-B6 and powerful anti-oxidant Vitamin-E regulate our immune system function.
Avocado – The combined effects of Vitamin-B6, Vitamin-C, riboflavin and manganese help keep our immune system strong and also keep our vital organs healthy.
Sweet Potatoes – is full of beta carotene, Vitamin-A, Vitamin-C, Vitamin-E which help improve our immunity system.
Blueberries – contain flavonoids called anthocyanine, a strong anti-oxidant, which boost our immune defense system.
Carrots – contain Vitamin-C, anti-oxidants and carotenoids which help our body fight against free radicals.
