Foods For The Immune System

 

 

Carrot :

  • Vitamin K, beta-carotene, folate; calcium, chromium, iron, zinc; fiber
  • Rich in beta-carotene, which is converted by the body into the antioxident Vitamin A. 
  • Helps to strengthen cells against viruses, fight cancer, helps prevent heart disease, and strengthens vision.
  • Good source of fiber.
  • Chromium found in carrots helps to stabilize blood sugar levels.

 

Potato:

  • Vitamins B1, B3, B6, C, folate; copper, iron, potassium, fiber.
  • Good source of Vitamin C.
  • Fibre, which aids in digestion and lowers cholesterol, is found mostly in the skin.
  • B6 helps make immuinty boosting amino acids.

 

Sweet Potato:

  • Vitamins B6, C, E, beta-carotene; iron, potassium; fiber
  • Good source of Vitamin C.
  • The orange varity contains beta-carotene, which has anti-viral, anti-cancer, and antioxidant properties.
  • Vitamin E, which is vital for healthy skin.
  • Fiber in the skin of the potato can help lower cholestoerol and aid in digestive function.

 

Onion:

  • Vitamins B1, B6; flavanoids.
  • Onion has an exceptionally high level of the flavanoid quercetin, a strong antioxident that can block the fomation of cancer cells.
  • Quercetin is an anti-inflammatory and is not destroyed in cooking.
  • Can help lower cholesterol.

 

Red Bell Pepper:

  • Vitamins B6, C, beta-carotene; fiber.
  • One of the best sources of Vitamin C.
  • High levels of beta-carotene, which the body turns into anti-viral, immunity-boosting Vitamin A.

 

 

 

Beet:

  • Folate; iron, manganese, potassium, betanin, fiber, protien.
  • Rich in iron – beets enhance the production of disease-fighting antibodies, & white blood cells.
  • Stimulates red blood cells and improves the supply of oxygen to cells.
  • Mangnese – which is needed for the formation of interferon – a powerful anti-cancer substance.
  • Betanin – an anti-oxidant anthocyanin which can help prevent cancer and heart disease.

 

Tomato:

  • Vitamins B3, C, E, beta-carotene, lycopene, potassium.
  • Tomatoes are full of Vitamin C!
  • Lycopene helps prevent cancer, particularly cancer of the prostate.
  • Beta-carotene, which is necessary for the production of Vitamin A.
  • Vitamin E, which helps protect the body from toxins.

 

Chili Pepper:

  • Vitamin C, beta-carotene, capsaicin, fiber.
  • Just one small chili containshigh levels of the anti-viral, anti-cncer and antioxidant carotenoid beta-carotene which helps prevent damage caused by toxins in the body, premature aging, and can help ward off cancer.
  • Chilis contain capsaician, a plant chemical that has natural analgesic properties.

 

Avacado:

  • Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, E, K, biotin, cartenoids,m folate; potassium, zinc; beta-sitosterol, glutathione,; omega-6 fatty acids, fiber.
  • Contains monounsaturated fat which can help lower cholesterol.
  • Good source of Omega-6 fatty acids, which the body converts to gamma-liolenic acid (GLA), a substance that helps to soothe inflamation and improve blood -sugar balance.
  • Rich in Vitamin E, which boosts resistance to infection and neutralizes the damaging effect of toxins in the body.
  • Vitamin B levels help the immune cells to destroy harmful invaiders.

 

Spinach:

  • Vitamins B2, B3, C, E, carotenoids, folate; calcium, magnesium, zinc, fiber.
  • The body converts cartenoids into antioxident Vitamin A, which helps fight infections.
  • Helps prevent lung, breast, and cervical cancers as well as fights heart disease. 
  • Vitamin B improves energy and nervouse system conditions.
  • Zinc, which is required to promote T-Cell activity.

 

Asparagus:

  • Vitamins B3, C, beta-carotene, folate, potassium, zinc, asparagin, flavanoids, fiber.
  • A natural diuretic that encourages the body to flush out toxins.
  • Anti-inflammatory properties make it useful for easing digestion, IBS, and rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Helps lower the risk of heart disease and cancer.

 

Globe Artichoke:

  • Vitamins B3, B5, biotin, tolate; potassium, zinc, cynarin.
  • Contains cynarin, a compound that supports the liver.
  • Detoxifying qualities that may help ease IBS
  • High levels of Vitamin B which helps boost mental alertness, energy levels and help strengthen the immune system.

 

Brussels Sprout:

  • Vitamins B2, B5, B6, C, folate, beta-carotene, potassium, glucosinolates, fiber.
  • One of the best sources of glucosinolates, which help the body to produce cancer fighting enzymes.
  • High in Vitamin C and folate, which help the body heal itself.
  • Vitamin B5 is an immune stimulant that triggers the production of antibodies. 
  • Dense in fiber, Brussels sprouts keep the digestive system healthy and cholesterol low.

 

Broccoli:

  • Vitamins B3, B5, C, E, folate, beta-carotene; calcium, iron, zinc, sulforaphanes.
  • One of the biggest weapons against disease, broccoli has more powerful nutrients than other vegetables.
  • High amount of Vitamin C – anioxidant which is crucial for immune response.
  • Carotenoids are important for the thymus gland that regulates the immune system.
  • Vitamin B – good for the immune system as well as the nervous system.
  • Sulforaphanes ar epowerful anticarcinogenic chmicals that fight the development of tumors.
  • Fiber helps the digestive system and helps detoxify and cleanse the liver.

 

Kiwi:

  • Vitamins B3, C, beta-carotene; fiber.
  • Superdoses of Vitamin C – one fruit contains about 120% of an adult’s daily recommended intake.  Unlike many other fruits, the nutrients remain intact long after harvesting.

 

Pineapple:

  • Vitamins B1, B2, C; manganese, bromelain, fiber.
  • Bromelain – an enzyme which helps reduce inflammation in conditions such as sinustitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and gout.  Helps speed along recovery from surgery.