4 Foods that support Immunity

Introduction 

As the season change,it is important to focus on a healthy, balanced diet to strengthen your immune system and stay in top shape.Adding natural foods like almonds , seasonal fruits,and vegetables to your daily meals can provide the extra boost your body needs to fight of illnesses.Here are five foods that can support your immunity and help to keep seasonal flu and illness at bay.

Almonds: Almonds aren't just delicious -they contain vitamin E zink ,folate and iron, nutrients that are important for immune function.Snack on a handful daily or sprinkle them over your morning breakfast cereal for a nutritious boost.

Citrus Fruits : Citrus fruits like orange, lemon, mausambi and grapefruit are rich in Vitamin C , a nutrient that is necessary for white blood cell production -the body's defence against infection.Adding these fruits to your diet boosts your vitamin C.

Garlic:Garlic has a long history of medicinal use ,knows for its anti-bacterial properties,thanks to a natural compound allicin,Incorporating garlic into your meals not only adds flavour but also helps to fight off the micro-organisms,Add minced garlic to curries,soups ,stir -fries ,and sauces for taste and health.

Leafy Greens : Leafy greens like spinach , drumstick leaves,amaranth leaves,mint and others contain vitamins A and C , and folate , nutrients that play a vital role in supporting a healthy immune system.

Incorporate a variety of leafy greens into your meals by adding them to curries, gravies ,dals ,salads ,for a nutritious and flavorful boost to your diet.