As of noon on March 19, 2020, there were 219,674 cases of people tested positive for coronavirus (2019-nCoV) worldwide with 8929 deaths. According to Health World Organization, the disease can be spread by exposing to coronavirus infected patients (through coughing, sneezing, shaking hands, etc.).
In facing the severity of the epidemic, what have you done to protect yourself and your family? That choosing healthy foods in this period of time to boost immune system is very important, which is also the advice WHO expect to give to people around the world.
Mushroom
white blood cells to make them more active. These cells assume the task of protecting the body, fighting inflammation and virus invading. Therefore, it is great to make a list of foods with mushrooms to cook for your loved ones in this period of time.
Beef
Black Tea
A study conducted by Havard University, USA found that people drinking daily 5 cups of black tea for 2 weeks have the amount of interferon in the blood 10 times higher than those who took placebo. Interferons is natural cytokines that both fight viruses and boost the immune system, prevent aging. This must be very neccessary for you to protect yourself in this coronavirus season.
Lobsters and Crabs
Selenium is an ingredient contained in shellfish such as oysters, lobsters, and crabs to help white blood cells produce cytokines. This is a protein capable of pushing flu viruses out of the body.
Chicken
Chicken contains vitamin B6 that is an important factor for many chemical reactions that occur in the body. It is also very essential for the formation of new red blood cells. When you suffer from fever or cold, it would be much better to have a cup of chicken soup. The broth of chicken contains gelatin, chondroitin and other nutrients useful for healing and intestinal immunity.
Yogurt
Probiotics found in yogurt is very beneficial in helping the intestinal tract and digestive system stay healthy and work effectively. In order to protect your family from coronavirus, you should choose yogurt with the function of increasing resistance to better disease prevention.
Carrot
When you ingest beta-carotene-rich foods, they will convert into vitamin A that is good for the skin. It is a fact that our skin acts as a shield against bacteria, viruses and other harmful external factors. In keeping the skin healthy, carrot is a great beta-carotene-rich food. In addition to it, some like sweet potatoes, pumpkins, cantaloupe are also good choice.
Garlic
Garlic contains allicin that is a compound that fights pathogens. Researchers show that people with the habit of eating garlic are 30% less likely to get colds than others. Especially, people who eat about 6 cloves of garlic per week can reduce 30% risk of colorectal cancer and a 50% risk of stomach cancer. Many people are now using garlic as a very effective food to prevent coronavirus.
Foods with Vitamin C
Vitamin C will help to boost immune system, stimulate the production of many white blood cells that help us prevent the flu. The body cannot produce or store vitamin C on its own, so you must take a daily supplement to ensure good health.
Fruits rich in vitamin C: oranges, lemons, grapefruit, tangerines...
Ginger
Ginger is effective in reducing sore throat, cough and cold... but people with high blood pressure should be careful when using.
When blood pressure is high, using ginger will stimulate the blood pressure to rise even more, which can cause artery rupture leading to a stroke...
Papayas
In addition to being high in vitamin C, Papayas also contain a digestive enzyme called papain that has anti-inflammatory effects.
Additionally, this fruit has abundant amounts of potassium, vitamin B and folate, which is beneficial for overall health.
Prevention is better than cure, so you should add these foods to stay healthy. Hop that the post of 11 best foods to boost immune can be helpful for you. Wishing you all good health!
