More than 800,000 people are infected worldwide
The World Health Organization (WHO) has already declared the disease a serious respiratory syndrome as a global public health threat.
As CNN reports, there is no specific magic food or tablet that can safely enhance immunity and protect people from Coronavirus, but some methods have a positive effect on the optimal functioning of the immune system.
As you know, quiet sleep, less stress, healthy eating and physical activity are very beneficial for immunity. Of course, it is important to protect your personal hygiene by washing your hands frequently.
Here are some key nutrients that play a role in immunity, and food sources of them:
- Good sources of beta carotene include sweet potatoes, carrots, mangoes, apricots, spinach, kale, broccoli, squash and cantaloupe.
- Vitamin C, containing citrus, broccoli, strawberries may slightly reduce the duration of cold symptoms.
- Eggs, cheese, tofu and mushrooms for Vitamin D
- Eat beans, nuts, cereals, seafood, Turkish peas, lentils, yogurt. This food contains zinc, which is very important for cell regeneration, immune system function, inhibition of growth of bacteria and viruses;
- Milk, eggs, nuts, fish, beef, yogurt, cottage cheese and more for protein
- Enrich your body with prebiotics if you eat bananas, dairy products, whole grains, onions, garlic, beans;
- Water, fruit, soup and more for hydration – Stay Hydrated
Source:
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/03/25/health/immunity-diet-food-coronavirus-drayer-wellness/index.html
