NATURAL WAYS TO BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY!
Right now, no one wants to get sick. There are things that are in our control to reduce the risk of infection. We all know that washing our hands is a key component at this time. Continue to follow the advice of our public health agencies, as they strive to keep us updated. It is good to note that we are able to impact our resilience and healing capabilities by boosting our immunity through diet and supplements. I have compiled a list of some great supplements and foods for this purpose: VITAMIN C is always a great supplement to take to boost your immune system. Vitamin C helps your body boost its production of the antioxidant which is required by the immune system to function optimally. Vitamin C also boosts your body’s production of interferon, which is anti-viral. Vitamin C has been proven effective with viruses, from the common cold to the flu. VITAMIN D is another effective supplement to help boost your immune system. In a study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers conducted a double-blind placebo study where participants were given 1,200 IUs (international units) of vitamin D or a placebo. The participants that were given the vitamin D had a 58% reduced risk of flu. VITAMIN B6 is vital for supporting biochemical reactions in the immune system. A B6 deficiency can reduce your body’s production of white blood cells. Additionally, B6 helps your body make interleukin-2 which helps direct the actions of your white blood cells.
MUSHROOMS are a great addition to an immune boosting protocol. Mushrooms can help augment the immune system and reduce fatigue and stress. They also provide polysaccharides to increase the activity and impact of natural killer cells and macrophages which are your body’s first line of defense against infection. Food really can be medicine, and eating a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables can really help your immune system function at its best. Bone broth is an excellent superfood for boosting immunity. It contains amino acids, like arginine, cysteine and glutamine that can help to shorten and prevent viral infections. Eating chicken noodle soup for a cold is not just an old wive’s tale, research has proven that the nutrients in chicken noodle soup can help prevent white blood cells from crossing the mucous membranes to reduce congestion and ease the duration of a cold. Many fruits, vegetables and herbs provide anti-viral properties such as: oranges, pomegranates, wild blueberries, kale, garlic, fennel, parsley and turmeric. AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST, WASH YOUR HANDS!
Healthy Recipe: Immunity Boost Green Goddess Soup
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DEAD BUG | HEEL TOUCHES Lie on your back with your hands and knees raise upward, keeping your core engaged. Slowly lower one heel to the ground, then alternate sides, keeping your core engaged. Repeat 6-10 times on both sides.
INGREDIENTS : • 3 cups baby spinach or super greens blend • 1 clove whole peeled garlic • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, sliced • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper • 1/4 tsp ground turmeric • 1/4 tsp wasabi powder (optional) • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup coconut milk • Salt & pepper to taste • Squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice FOR GARNISH: • broccoli florets, lightly steamed • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, thinned with milk • Chia seeds
INSTRUCTIONS: Mix all ingredients (except those for the garnish) together using a high speed blender. Heat over stovetop until steaming hot. To serve, pour into a bowl and garnish with broccoli florets, a swirl of yogurt, and chia seeds.
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