#HealthBytes: Top 5 tasty veggies that help in building immunity
In order to steer clear of health-defying conditions and stay healthy in the long run, a strong immune system is extremely important. For that, your diet is one of the most important factors. One must have a balanced diet, on a regular basis, rich in varied vitamins and minerals. Here are top 5 veggies (and other helpful tips) to boost immunity.
Spinach and Carrots
Spinach: Well, looks like Popeye wasn't just fooling around- the man knew his diet right. Packed with essential vitamins, zinc, magnesium, iron, and amazing antioxidant properties, spinach is great for slowing-down aging, improving vision, and boosting immunity. Carrots: Packed with many essential vitamins and nutrients, carrots give a considerable boost to your immunity. They help boost eyesight, prevent cancers and diabetes, improve heart health.
Beetroot and Sweet Potato
Beetroot: Containing iron, Vitamins B6 and C, and essential minerals, beetroot is great for boosting your immunity. On top of that, it helps lower risk of diabetes, obesity, heart disease, fights inflammation, thus making for a great guest in your kitchen, during the ongoing season-switch period. Sweet Potato: Rich in fiber, beta-carotene, vitamins and antioxidants, tasty sweet potatoes will help strengthen your immunity.
#5: Broccoli
Loaded with beta-carotene, broccoli is great for boosting your immunity. It's high in calcium, vitamin C, K, zinc and selenium. Additionally, the high fiber content makes it ideal for helping you lose fat. So, add some to your soups, salads and rice.
Other tips to improve immunity
Here are other general tips to improve immunity: 1) Get your 7-9 hours of daily night-time sleep. It will help in repair and renewal of cells in the body, thus improving your immunity. 2) Exercise on a daily-basis to strengthen body and acquire better immunity. 3) Reduce your stress levels. Engage in relaxing activities like meditation, walking etc. 4) Get plenty of sunlight regularly.
