Supporting A Healthy Immune System
Are you searching for the perfect food to boost your immune system?
Yeah, sure there are many foods with a ton of beneficial nutrients, but you won’t find one with all that power! Also, did you know there is no such thing as boosting your immune system?
It’s all about maintaining a healthy immune system through consuming a variety of foods packed with those key nutrients to help our bodies fight off those germs.
Keeping in mind this list is not all inclusive, so feel free email me you have questions.
Vitamin A - broccoli, carrots, squash, salmon, cantaloupe, apricots, & dairy
Vitamin C - citrus fruits, Brussels sprouts, strawberries, peppers, lettuce, tomatoes, potatoes, broccoli, & kiwis
Vitamin E - leafy green vegetables, heart healthy fats (soybean, corn, & canola oils), seeds, sweet potatoes, nuts, tofu, & wheat germ
Folate - leafy green vegetables (spinach & turnip greens), legumes, & fortified grain products
Iron - various meats & legumes
Selenium - breads, cereals, & various meats
Zinc - various meats, dairy, & legumes
Food is just one way, but here are other ways to keep it strong too!
Exercise regularly
Get plenty of rest
Drink plenty of water
Minimize stress
Smoking cessation
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