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10 foods to help boost your immune system as Covid and other illnesses spread - South Wales Argus

Last updated Tuesday, December 28, 2021 05:00 ET , Source: NewsService

AS MORE people are vaccinated against Covid amid the spread of cases this Christmas, it is still important to look after our bodies to give it the best chance of fighting off illness, whether that be coronavirus or even the common cold.

While eating certain foods won't prevent you from getting coronavirus, it may help to boost your immune system, thus making it easier to fight off the virus.

So, as you head to the supermarket for your next shop, it might be worth picking up a few of these immune system boosters.

A word of warning, however - if you fall into the high risk category, have an underlying illness or are concerned about your health - always speak to a medical professional before dramatically changing your diet.

  • Citrus fruits

According to health guidance website, Healthline, most people turn to vitamin C after they've caught a cold. That’s because it helps build up your immune system. Vitamin C is thought to increase the production of white blood cells. These are key to fighting infections.

Popular citrus fruits include grapefruit, oranges, tangerines, lemons, limes and clementines.

  • Zinc

“Zinc is necessary for a healthy immune system," according to Melissa Snover, founder and CEO of Nourished.

"A lack of zinc can make a person more susceptible to disease and illness.

"This essential nutrient helps maintain the body’s ability to make new cells and enzymes, process carbohydrate, fat and protein in food and also increases the speed of healing muscles and...



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