5 Eating Tips To Protect You From Getting Sick

5 Eating Tips To Protect You From Getting Sick

1. RED PEPPERS - They contain vitamin B6, which is necessary for production of several important immune system cells. Other good vitamin B6 sources such as tuna, spinach, cod, bananas, soy, and beans.
   
   
2. PUMPKIN - It is rich in vitamin A, which enhances immune functions, such as white blood cell activity. Vitamin A also has antioxidant properties, and studies have shown that a deficiency increases risk of infectious disease. Carrots, sweet potatoes, collards, spinach and kale are all high in vitamin A.
   
   
3. OYSTERS - Are the richest source of zinc, an antioxidant mineral thats essential for immune cell function. It has shown that even mild zinc deficiency depresses immunity. Beef, crab, turkey and kidney beans are other great sources of zinc.
   
   
4. BRAZIL NUTS - They are high in selenium, a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to improve immune response. Other good sources for selenium are halibut, turkey and sardines.
   
   
5. SUNFLOWER SEEDS - They are rich in vitamin E, essential for overall immune function. Other good sources of vitamin E are almonds, turnip greens, spinach and beet greens.

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