Fight the Flu Naturally!

In the fight against the flu, building your immunity naturally can be your best line of defense. A diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, beans and seeds, enjoyed raw as much as possible is a great start. Here are a few ways to eat your way to better health….

Make it cleaner and keep yourself stronger throughout the season. Eating refined fats, sugars and other processed foods can actually have a negative impact on your immune function – so pass on that second slice of pie. Good stuff in means you’re not on the sidelines for R.I.P.P.E.D! - From the Eat Cleaner gang.

Vitamin C- Why? Vitamin C strengthens your immune system by stimulating antibodies and cells in the immune system.  How do I get it? Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, including red & green sweet peppers, kiwi, oranges, grapefruits, strawberries, papaya, mango, guava, pineapple and berries.

Vitamin E- Why? Vitamin E strengthens the immune system because of its antioxidant properties. How do I get it? Vitamin E rich foods include sunflower seeds, almonds, hazelnuts, sunflower oil, safflower oil, corn oil, wheat germ oil and pine nuts.

Carotenoids-  Why? They give carrots, apricots and sweet potatoes their orangish hue and are also powerful antioxidants How do I get them? Foods rich in carotenoids include carrots, apricots, mangoes, squash, sweet potatoes, spinach, kale, collard greens, tomatoes, guava, and pink grapefruit.

Bioflavenoids- Why?  They have super antioxidant powers and also support the performance of vitamin C.  How do I get them?  Bioflavenoid rich foods include peppers, grapes, onions, garlic, berries, green and white herbal tea and buckwheat. 

Echinacea-  Why?  Phenol compounds in Echinacea are natural immunity boosters.  How do I get it?  Echinacea can be taken in supplement form (we like the liquid) of 300 milligrams, three times per day, at the first sign of a weakened immunity function.  Popular recommendations are not to take Echinacea for more than 10 consecutive days.

Probiotics-  Why?  Many naturopathic doctors believe that the health of your immune system and your ability to fight off infection is determined by the health of your digestive system.  How do I get them?  Populating your digestive system with good bacteria found in yogurt and a number of other cultured foods such as kefir and sauerkraut will boost immunity.  Nutrition

Sources: Prevention, Healthy Living

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