BOOST UP YOUR IMMUNITY.
We are living a hectic life. Life style is not easy. We know about Nutrients, but can’t get time to provide enough nutrients to our body. Because of these we loose our immunity and get ill soon.
Everyday our body faces an endless barrage of infectious agents. The immune system has to fight aggressively to get rid of it. An overburdened immune system or a deficiency in its arsenal may compromise the body’s ability to fend off illness.
Due to this situation immune system may stem from poor diet, stress, genetic factors, age, and insufficient rest, obesity, medication, chemotherapy, short term infections or chronic illness.
Researchers are uncovering powerful links between a nourishing diet and strong immunity. Adequate Protein and calories are vital for maintaining the immune system.
A low fat diet with small amount of saturated fat is preferable .It is also believe that essential fatty acids can enhance immunity.
A diet rich in Iron, Zink, Vitamin –C and vitamin-E can strengthen the infection fighting cells and may revitalizing an aging immune system. Also vitamin B group helps maintain immunity and antibody production.
It is also studied that Probiotic –bacteria can combat pathogens by crowding them out of the body. These types of friendly bacteria also manufacture infection fighting compounds.
Sulfur compounds in onions and garlic may stimulate fighting power of macrophages and T-cells .These can also block enzymes that allow organism to invade healthy issues.
Flavonoids and carotenoids can enhance resistance power –Whole grains, Pomegranates, Carrots, Tomatoes, Sweet potatoes contain these Phytochemicals.
It is suggested by the researchers that 6 ounces of milk supplemented with yogurt –derived bacteria improved immune system. This could protect against viruses and the development of Cancer cells.
Some Foods are helpful to prevent this deficiency.
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Carotenoids-Protect immune cells from destructive free radicals .Sources -Carrot, Tomatoes and sweet potatoes.
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Essential fatty acids-Vital for wound healing and optimal function of T-cells. Sources-Flax seeds, fatty fish.
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Iron-Manufactures B-cells and T-cells. Sources-Lentil, rice flax, turmeric, green leafy vegetables, poultry.
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Probiotic-improve immune responses against viruses and cancer cells.-Yogurt.
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Vitamin-C-Protects against oxidative damage. Sources-Citrus fruits, berries, pepper.
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Vitamin-E-Assist in production of antibiotics. Sources-Olive oil, Seeds.
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Zink-works with enzymes and heal wounds, also enhance body’s response against cold virus.
By taking such types of foodstuff regularly we can prevent immune deficiency.
