5 healthy comfort foods for flu season

29 Apr, 2022 - 00:04 0 Views
5 healthy comfort foods  for flu season

eBusiness Weekly

In the midst of the autumn and winter seasons, we tend to crave hearty, comforting meals to make it through the cold and dark periods.

While the best thing you can do to prevent illness is to stay warm and get your flu shot, some foods can help to boost your health and immunity.

The five immune-boosting foods we have listed below can help strengthen your body’s natural defence system.

Citrus fruit
Citrus fruits like oranges, lemons and clementines are rich in vitamin C, which your T-cells need to function properly. Unlike powdered vitamin C drinks, these fruits are also rich in phytonutrients that work as strong antioxidants to fight off harmful bacteria.
Even if you supplement your diet with vitamin C capsules, eating citrus fruits during the cold seasons should still be a top priority.

Spices and spicy foods
According to health experts, spices promote sweating and are often used to help break a fever. Y
ou may also be able to unclog your stuffy nose by generously spicing up some dishes.
Experts reveal that each of these condiments can shrink the blood vessels in your nose and throat to temporarily relieve congestion.
You should aim for as much of the spicy hot stuff as you can comfortably stand.

Hot tea
Hot tea can also help clear your sinuses and keep you hydrated. Varieties of tea have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can support your immune system while you are sick. You can choose a tea formulated for a cough or cold, or a traditional black or green tea if you prefer.

Sweet potato
While sweet potatoes may not be considered a traditional cold-fighting food, they are a great source of vitamin A, which plays a key role in maintaining the health of your mucosal surfaces. that includes the inside of your nose and your gastrointestinal tract as well as your skin.
You might not think of your skin as part of your immune system but it keeps infections from entering your body. It is your first line of defence.

Honey
Raw honey is naturally warm and eating it regularly helps to keep the body warm, too. Honey is good for keeping colds, coughs and flu at bay as it strengthens the immune system.
So sip on some honey in hot water or have a spoon of honey daily, first thing in the morning for an extra bit of warmth on those extra cold autumn and winter mornings.— IOL

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