5 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Immune System
01 Veggies Eating more low-risk foods like fruits and vegetables promotes health and reduces the chance of disease by helping the systems in your body to maintain their functions. However, our vegetable intake is often inadequate — it is recommended that you eat 5 servings of vegetables each day (one serving is the size of a small fist). You can boost your intake by drinking vegetable juice every time you have access to it — it’s a quick way to add a lot of nutrients at once. Another way is to make vegetable soups — they’re easy to make and filled with nourishing ingredients! Greens like broccoli and spinach are supercharged with vitamins and minerals. Broccoli is packed with vitamins A, C and E, as well as many other antioxidants and fiber — it is one of the healthiest vegetables you can put on your table! Similar to broccoli, spinach is healthiest when it’s cooked as little as possible so that it retains its nutrients; light cooking enhances its vitamin A and allows for other nutrients to be released. Another super veggie is the red bell pepper. They contain twice as much vitamin C as citrus and are a rich source of beta carotene, which helps keep your eyes and skin healthy. 02 Herbs It's a Title Herbs are excellent kitchen remedies for your health! These three foods have antibacterial properties and can be an effective treatment against many forms of bacteria. Garlic – antimicrobial and antiviral. Oregano – powerful antiseptic and antibiotic properties. Thyme – an excellent remedy for respiratory infections and coughs. 03 Citrus fruits It's a Title Vitamin C is an essential nutrient for fighting off infections and helps build up your immune system. It is recommended that you consume vitamin C daily, because your body doesn’t produce or store it. Popular citrus fruits include: Grapefruit – high in powerful antioxidants. Oranges – includes lots of vitamin C, folate and calcium. Lemons – full of vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and antioxidants. 04 Sleep It's a Title Researchers say adequate sleep helps T-cells in your body fight off infection. Most adults need a minimum of seven hours for improved health and well-being. 05 Exercise It's a Title Exercise improves your overall fitness, which can help boost your immune system. Since gyms are currently not open for business in China, think about other ways to get your exercise in, like taking a brisk walk, doing yoga at home, or going for a jog. 来源：https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/xVKVOpLZjvCjD7bngeEb7w
