The coronavirus has cornered us and has imposed on everyone more awareness and more attention. For themselves but also for others, for the weakest and most at risk categories who could be extremely affected by an already serious situation. In addition to staying at home which as we understand is the main thing to do, we can take care of ourselves by strengthening our immune system. If we are strong, we can more easily eradicate viruses and, even better, we can just avoid contracting them.
But what are the foods that really strengthen our immune system? Vegetables, especially bitter ones, are perfect because they have purifying properties. Radicchio is perfect, but also chicory, dandelion, catalonia. Orange vegetables are also excellent: therefore green light for carrots, squash and beets which increase the number of cells that fight infections. Also excellent tomatoes and peppers for vitamin C and polyphenols. Read on after the photo
Among the perfect foods to strengthen the immune system are garlic and onions. The former contains sulfur, which inhibits bacterial growth and keeps the intestines clean. In addition, the allicin and sulphide contained in garlic fight infections. Did you know that those who consume garlic regularly suffer 46% fewer seasonal colds? It may not be the best flavor in the world but it is for a good cause. Honey is also perfect for strengthening the immune system. Thanks to its bactericidal action, it is considered by many to be a powerful natural antibiotic. Read on after the photo
Fruit, especially those rich in vitamin C, should not be missing in our diet. Because it strengthens the immune system and protects us from disease. In addition to oranges, yes also to red grapes and bananas which, among other things, strengthen the bones. In a diet to strengthen the immune defenses, legumes cannot be missing. Rich in iron, they have strong anti-cancer properties. Thanks to phytoestrogens, in fact, they defend against breast and uterine tumors. Among the foods to strengthen the immune system there is also dark chocolate. Read on after the photo
Chocolate is in fact able to increase the production of lymphocytes that make us less vulnerable to infections. In order for our immune system to strengthen, we should never go without tea. According to some Harvard researchers, with five cups of black tea a day, the immune system quadruples its strength.
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