TOP 10 winter Super foods to keep your Immunity strong
- December 30, 2021
- Posted by Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh
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- A strong immune system is important for all of us especially in this pandemic era where chances of infection are high. In winter seasons it become more important to boost immunity as there are more chances of allergy, flu-infections like cough, cold etc. Person with strong immunity can fight various kinds of infections which we face in day to day life.
- Eating a well-balanced and healthy diet surely helps to support and strengthen the immune system as well as help with overall energy levels. Many Vitamins like A, C, D and E, zinc and omega 3 fatty acids are helpful to strengthen immune system.
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Some important facts
- Vitamin A plays important role in boosting immune function, regulating the cellular functioning and immune response.
- Vitamin C is helpful for the antibodies formation in the immune system. Studies show that Vitamin C deficiencies may impair immunity, while extra doses can reduce the duration of sickness.
- Vitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient that is important for the growth and proper functioning of immune system. Mostly people are deficient in Vitamin D, especially in the winter months, it become more important to take Vitamin D food sources in your diet or consider supplementation. Low Vitamin D level can increased risk of upper respiratory tract infections.
- Vitamin E acts as natural antioxidant agent that helps to fight free radicals and inflammation in the body. Vitamin E also helpful in the formation of red blood cells and is important in the overall immune system and response.
- Omega 3 Fatty Acids helps to reduce inflammation in the body they are helpful to improve immune function.
- Zinc helps to support the immune system by reducing chronic inflammation that can be damaging. Zinc also helpful to fight against several infections and healing of wounds by aiding white blood cells production.
Immunity boosting Winter Foods
Taking foods that are high in these nutrients can help to increase your immunity naturally and enhance overall health. So you can include these winter foods into your diet to strengthen immunity, you must go for it. These foods include
Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes contain both Vitamins A and C in high quantity. Including one medium sized sweet potato helps to meet your daily requirement of Vitamin A and also provides other nutrients like manganese, potassium, B Vitamins, various antioxidants, and over 50% of your daily Vitamin C needs.
Beets
Beets are very good source of carbohydrates and provide Vitamin C also and immune supporting nutrients like B vitamins, folate and iron. Beets also contain nitrates in good amount, which improve oxygen consumption and energy production in cells. These can be used by adding to your salad, or throwing some beets in your pre-run smoothie.
Broccoli
Taking raw broccoli have high amount of bioavailable Vitamin C while cooked broccoli is source for Vitamin A. Broccoli contains vitamins A, C and E in high quantity. You can have broccoli in your fry meals, salads or as vegetable.
Squash
There are many varieties of winter squash that are available like Butternut, acorn and spaghetti squash are rich sources of antioxidants like alpha-carotene and beta-carotene, Vitamins like A, C, B6, fiber, manganese, potassium and many more.
Eggs
Eggs are very good source of protein and many other micronutrients. When it is taken with the yolk, eggs offer Vitamins A, D and zinc. Eggs can be taken any time in a day. Eggs are also a great dietary source of leucine that helps in growth of muscles and their repair.
Leafy Greens
Dark green vegetables like spinach, kale and arugula are good for your health. Leafy green vegetables have high amount of Vitamins A, C and several antioxidants also which help to reduce inflammataion naturally .
Fatty Fish
Fishes are excellent sources of the omega-3 fatty acids, DHA and that help to reduce inflammation and activate certain immune cells. Fatty fish are natural sources of zinc, selenium and Vitamin D.
Citrus Fruits
Citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits are high in vitamin C content. Orange juice can also be a great, quick acting to hydrate your body. Juices of fruits or adding them into your salads can help to make healthy diet
Raw Honey
Honey is source of many antioxidants and antibacterial compounds. These compounds help to stimulate immune cells and fight with allergies. You can consume honey by taking it in your morning bowl of oatmeal or yogurt, or you can also use it to make a delicious salad dressing.
Pumpkin Seeds
These are good source of Vitamin E and magnesium content, pumpkin seeds also contain omega 3 fatty acids and zinc. Pumpkin seeds can be taken as snack, or used as topping for salads, oatmeal or yogurt parfaits.
Beside this many other healthy lifestyle habits and activities will also be very beneficial in improve overall health. Staying hydrated, taking good quality of sleep, doing exercise are other important parts of the immunity boosting. These will help to keep your brain relax, repair muscles, and boost immunity naturally.
Immuno boosting Herbal products
Chandigarh Ayurved Centre made “Immune-Booster Kit” which has proven the result to enhance immunity naturally. Our kit is made up of purely herbal ingredients that are free from any kind of side effects. This is effectively used to treat low immunity.
Description of medicines
Detox Juice
Detox juice is a nutritious juice that is extracted from berries and is a powerful cleanser of the blood. The juice contains many natural nutrients that increase the immunity of a person and prevent it from occurring any kind of disease. Regular intake of detox juice will improve the stamina, & strength of the individual.
Amrit tulsi ras
Amrit tulsi ras is Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) or tulsi is a powerful herb that has been used in Ayurveda. It was believed that the holy basil leaves had potent powers to flush out toxins from the body.
Immuno Boster Tablet
It is a pure herbal combination that helps to build up immunity. It consists of effective levels of antioxidants. vitamin C and E circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. It has natural immunity-boosting properties to prevent and ease cough, cold, headache, and infections. it provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness.
Giloy Capsules
Giloy Capsules are herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It can be used in the form of capsules, juice and powder. But CAC capsules are highly effiecient as they contain required amount of Giloy in them and are 100% natural and safe. It is one of the best Rasayan of ayurveda that help Rejuvinate your body in all aspects.
Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh is the younger Vaidya in Chandigarh Ayurved & Panchakarma Centre. He is the fourth generation in his family who is practicing as a general consultant in Ayurved & Panchakarma treatment at Chandigarh. In his practice, he had treated more than 1 Lakh Plus patients worldwide.