Boost Your Immune System: Top Foods for Optimal Health and Wellness

2024-02-29 19:30:00

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As of: February 29, 2024, 8:30 p.m

Von: Jasmina Deshmeh

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A varied diet is the basis for a strong immune system. Which foods provide the body with valuable nutrients.

Our defenses are particularly in demand in the cold season. Because viruses and bacteria are everywhere. In addition to exercise and sport, sufficient sleep and regular relaxation, a balanced diet can support the body in the fight against pathogens. Certain foods cannot directly prevent us from becoming infected with certain diseases. But they create a good starting point for strong defenses. There is no such thing as a “superfood”. Rather, the body needs loud Federal Center for Nutrition a variety of nutrients to function optimally.

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Nuts are rich in important trace elements and valuable oils and are therefore real immune boosters (symbolic image). © YAY Images/Imago

Broccoli: is rich in vitamin C, which can have a positive effect on the course of a cold thanks to its antioxidant effect. According to an aging expert, the vegetable can even slow down the aging process

Colorful fruits and vegetables like Carrots: contains beta-carotene, which also has an antioxidant effect. One Study According to carrots, they are also said to have a preventive effect against cancer

Leber: It contains vitamin A, which strengthens the skin and mucous membranes, the natural barrier against pathogens

Fatty fish like Hering and Salmon: contains vitamin D, which supports the phagocytes of the immune system

Milch and Cheese: contain zinc, which promotes the maturation and number of certain immune cells

Meat: provides valuable iron that the body needs to form lymphocytes and antibodies

Nuts: are rich in selenium, a trace element that is part of enzymes that have an antioxidant (and therefore cell-protecting) effect

Whole grain products: have a lot of fiber that supports the “good” intestinal bacteria. A healthy intestine is important for the immune system, as a large proportion of the immune cells are located in the intestine

Fermented foods like Sauerkraut and Kimchi: contain live bacteria (probiotics) that strengthen the intestines. Kimchi can also help you lose weight

Coffee, tea and colored vegetables: They contain secondary plant substances that have an anti-inflammatory effect and can prevent various diseases such as cancer and heart disease

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